Hotels in Dijon

Immerse yourself in history at the Palace of the Dukes and Estates of Burgundy. Located in the heart of Dijon, the Palace of the Dukes and Estates of Burgundy is worth the visit. From your Campanile hotel Dijon Centre Gare, head toward the historic pedestrian center to admire this monument that changed over the centuries. First erected as a rampart against Barbarian invasions, it was rebuilt in 1366 by the first duke of Valois, Philippe le Hardi. The palace served as the ducal residence, before becoming the seat of the governor of the assembly representing the province under the former regime. Work on the palace started in 1681 and was staggered over more than a century. Several architects participated in its construction, including the royal architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart. The Philippe le Bon Tower, preserved in the center of this construction, remains the symbol of power over the city. The palace is now home to the City Hall and the Musée des Beaux-Arts, which has some 137,000 works of art. Paintings, sculptures, furniture and tableware are kept in this palace from the Middle Ages. It is one of the oldest museums in France. Don’t miss the magnificent hall that houses the tombs of the Dukes of Burgundy. It’s a good introduction to the history of the region, especially the history of the dukes with evocative names: Philippe le Hardi, Jean sans Peur, Charles le Téméraire, etc.

Attend events at the Dijon Exhibition and Convention Center. Enjoy your stay in Campanile hotel Dijon Congres Clemenceau and attend one of the big annual events at the Dijon Exhibition and Convention Center. The Foire Internationale et Gastronomique de Dijon takes place over 12 days in November. It is one of the largest economic events in the region, gathering more than 600 exhibitors. Every year, one country, invited as guest of honor, shows off its culinary specialties, tourist attractions, folklore, crafts and economic resources. Follow the trends in about fifteen sectors, from gastronomy to crafts and including home interior, furniture, health and beauty, and new technologies. If you prefer interior decoration, go to the Salon des Antiquaires et de la Brocante, which takes place every November. With professionals in the art market having taken it over is a small revolution in the landscape of antique fairs and trade shows. The event brings together some forty antiques dealers, gallery owners and brocante dealers, who exhibit furniture and objets d’art from the Haute Epoque to the 20th century.