Walk in Bourbon-Lancy

Bourbon-Lancy is a small spa in the southwest of Burgundy.

Bourbon-Lancy is a charming little spa in the southwest of Burgundy. It is located at the western end of the department of Saône-et-Loire, on the border with the Allier and the Nièvre. The baths of Bourbon-Lancy are famous since the antiquity to look after the rheumatisms. There are several hot springs. The station is located in a small medieval city.

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Duration: 3 h.
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Medieval city

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Medieval city
The house of Wood (XVIth century), the marquise of Sevigne would have stayed there. In the background the belfry. The city has kept its authentic aspect.

Medieval city

Medieval city
Fountain of the medieval city

Belfry

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Belfry
Old door of the city. Inaugurated by Philippe le Hardi, Duke of Burgundy, in 1385.

Le Beurdin

Le Beurdin
Automaton that rings the hours while pulling your tongue out (Work by G. Kirsch).

Medieval city

Medieval city
View of the medieval city

The Spa

The Spa
The thermal baths, known since Roman times, are renowned for the treatment of rheumatism. The cure lasts 3 weeks, to be done 3 years in a row.

The big hotel

The big hotel
The grand hotel of Bourbon Lancy.

Parc thermal

Parc thermal
View of the thermal park.

Aligre Hospital

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Aligre Hospital
In the 19th century, the Marquis Étienne Jean François d'Aligre built a hospital, out of philanthropy, disbursing four million gold francs; a statue of the Marquis and his wife recalls their gift.

Aligre Hospital

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Aligre Hospital
View of the Chapel and the Hospital. The Chapel occupies the central part.

View of the water

View of the water
Swimming is allowed in this small lake. Very pleasant in summer

The beach of the water level

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The beach of the water level

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