Dijon

We really had little idea of what to expect in Dijon. The choice to come here was mostly had because of Mel's love of Burgundy (pinot noir) wines and the relative proximity; being located half-way between Lyon and Paris for our return trip. 

Dijon has been an exciting and relaxing town. Amazing medieval history abounds and the hotel (Hotel Philippe Le Bon) in which we are staying is no exception. It is a 14th century building (mostly gothic) and while the rooms are modern and beautifully decorated, the courtyard is ancient. 

The buildings throughout the town are thoroughly old and intriguing. The architecture is varied but a lot of gothic and Renaissance remains. We have walked up towers to get brilliant views of the city, and even did our first galley visit of the entire trip (Musee de Beaux Arts). 

Today we enjoyed a relaxing picnic in the park with lots of great produce. Cheese, terrine, saucisson, raspberries, cherry tomatoes and bread. Oh, and Champagne. Delicious!!

Dijon is a wonderful place to walk around. And we have been doing a lot of that. We have picked up little gifts here and there for family. No surprises that mustard may feature heavily. 

I finally bought my birthday present, a new leather wallet. Grey leather, so not as colourful as I was originally looking for, however it has a royal blue interior which adds a splash of colour. It was from Longchamp and very French. Thank you to everyone who contributed to it. 

And while we were walking around the city we saw another thing which we think Acey would love...an aeroplane on a carousel. It even raised up and down!!

We have eaten lots of traditional dishes. Tonight Mel had snails and Clinton had eggs poached in red wine sauce. Tomorrow we head south through Burgandy for a wine tour and have lunch in Beaune. The following day we head to Paris for the final stretch.