Vezelay

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Historic town of Vezelay with famous Abbey, Burgundy, France
Historic town of Vezelay with famous Abbey, Burgundy, France
Vézelay Abbey or Abbaye Sainte-Marie-Madeleine de Vézelay is a Benedictine and Cluniac monastery in Vézelay in the Yonne department in northern Burgundy, France. The Benedictine abbey church, now the Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, with its complicated program of imagery in sculpted capitals and portals, is one of the outstanding masterpieces of Burgundian Romanesque art and architecture. Sacked by the Huguenots in 1569, the building suffered neglect in the 17th and the 18th centuries and some further damage during the period of the French Revolution.

The church and hill at Vézelay were added to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites in 1979.
The famous tympanum of the basilica dates back to the 12th century. It represents the origins of the Church, with Christ who blesses the apostles and instructs them to convert the nations. (The basilica is Unesco World Heritage). #Culture  #LocalSecrets  #Trovember  #History
Vezelay

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Where to stay in Vezelay

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Le Verger

While Le Verger isn't home to many top sights, Vezelay Abbey and La Maison du Visiteur are some notable places to visit nearby.

Le Verger
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Corbigny

While there might not be top attractions in Corbigny, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Vezelay Abbey and La Maison du Visiteur.

Corbigny
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Les Creuses

When in Les Creuses, you can plan a visit to Vezelay Abbey and Eternity's Hill, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Les Creuses
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Le Clos

Travelers enjoy Le Clos for its monuments and historic sites. Consider checking out Eternity's Hill while you're in the area.

Le Clos
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Le Cotat Berlin

While Le Cotat Berlin might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like La Maison du Visiteur and Vezelay Abbey.

Le Cotat Berlin
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Le Poiron

Le Poiron might not have many top sights, but Vezelay Abbey and La Maison du Visiteur are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Le Poiron
Hôtel & Restaurant SY La Terrasse

Hôtel & Restaurant SY La Terrasse

2 out of 5
2 Place de la Basilique Vezelay
The price is AED 342 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
AED 342
AED 384 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Vezelay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Eternity's Hill and Vezelay ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
Lovely spot to stay in Vezelay, wonderful romantic spot. Staff were lovely and helpful. We ate at the restaurant which was very nice.

Reviewed on 6 August 2025

Hôtel & Restaurant SY La Terrasse
 Hôtel Les Glycines

Hôtel Les Glycines

2 out of 5
Rue St Pierre Vezelay
The price is AED 531 per night from Mar 20 to Mar 21
AED 531
AED 592 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vezelay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Eternity's Hill and Vezelay Abbey are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
The room was large and well accommodated, with a small but reasonable bathroom. The breakfast was fantastic and the staff very helpful.

Reviewed on 26 October 2025

Hôtel Les Glycines
Hôtel Restaurant de la Poste et du Lion d'Or

Hôtel Restaurant de la Poste et du Lion d'Or

4 out of 5
Place du Champ de Foire Vezelay Burgundy
The price is AED 664 per night from Mar 19 to Mar 20
AED 664
AED 751 total
19 Mar - 20 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Vezelay. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hôtel Restaurant de la Poste et du Lion d'Or
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
house in the middle of nature

house in the middle of nature

Lormes
Stay at this vacation home in Lormes. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attraction Narvau Waterfall is located nearby.
9.8/10 Exceptional! (107 reviews)
Nice house for a peaceful stay
The house is located rural, next to a unpaved road en a small stream. It is not luxury but wel equipped and comfortable. It offer a lot value for money. Due to the trees it is relatively cool on hot summer days. In Lormes , which has a nice atmosphere, there are supermarket, several good shops for ...

Reviewed on 22 July 2023

house in the middle of nature
Gîte des Tannières ideal for a successful stay

Gîte des Tannières ideal for a successful stay

Pouques-Lormes Nièvre
Stay at this cottage in Pouques-Lormes. Enjoy private pools and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Château de Bazoches and Narvau Waterfall are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Le gîte était parfait pour notre groupe de 20 personnes. Beaucoup de chambres, avec salle de bain. Endroit calme avec belle vue sur la campagne environnante

Reviewed on 26 December 2025

Gîte des Tannières ideal for a successful stay
gîte des croisettes, in the Morvan regional park

gîte des croisettes, in the Morvan regional park

Dun-Les-Places Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Stay at this cottage in Dun-les-Places. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Magical stay
I was hoping for a few days of quiet in nature, and that is exactly what I got. I remembered what stars look like, fell asleep to the sound of a river, and read to my heart's content, warmed by a real fire. The hosts were incredibly thoughtful and responsive. The cottage isn't too far from wine chateaux ...

Reviewed on 14 February 2024

gîte des croisettes, in the Morvan regional park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vezelay

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Vézelay was a perfect size to explore with it also being a great location to explore outside the city too. Beautiful cathedral and charming village full of beauty and history.