The Beaujolais is a French region well-known for its wines, but we were amazed by how its beautiful hilly landscapes remain largely unknown to the wider public. We hardly passed any other walkers all week on our self-guided walking holiday. We went with High Point Holidays – a new company - who have created a circuit with lots of interest with chateaux, beautiful villages, secluded valleys and breathtaking ridges. The greatest surprise was the variety of the landscapes over such a relatively short distance as we walked between guesthouses. The walking was never difficult, but included enough up and down to make you feel like you had earned your dinner (and wine.
We also got to walk through the vines and try the local wines in our small guesthouses, some of which were set on vineyards. Each guest house had its own particular character where we received an amazingly warm welcome. A special mention must go the Ferme de Planay, a lovely restored farm set deep in the hills which is full of rustic charm. Laurent and Valerie made our stay extra special with lovely home cooked dishes.
This tour was in the north of the Beaujolais which passes through the classic wine region.
We liked it so much we may do their other tour in the south of the Beaujolais. So watch this space.

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Beaujolais tour starting from Ferme de Planay. Pickup from Lyon train station

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