Mâcon

　　Mâcon is a small city in central France, located in the Saône-et-Loire department of the Burgundy region, 65 kilometers north of Lyon. It is also the capital of the department and is renowned for its wine production and the annual wine fair. The city is also the birthplace of the famous French writer and poet Alphonse de Lamartine.

　　The Mâcon Cathedral, built between 1808 and 1818, the Old Saint-Vincent in the town center, the towering Town Hall, Saint-Pierre Church, Saint-Pierre Square, the ancient castle, the Ursuline Convent, and many wooden houses are all must-see attractions in Mâcon. The art gallery and Lamartine Museum located within the Ursuline Convent, as well as the archaeological site of Saint-Clément, are important places to learn about the area’s history, archaeological findings, and art. Additionally, visitors can take boat trips along the beautiful Saône River, enjoy a variety of outdoor activities, visit vineyards, and sample local wines.

　　Mâcon Reason to visit: Capital of the Saône-et-Loire department in France Continent where the attraction is located: Europe Country/Region where the attraction is located: France Province/State where the attraction is located: Burgundy Region City where the attraction is located: Mâcon