Rent Apartments Paris And Dash Over To The Annual "vente Des Vins" In Beaune, France

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On November 18th 2012, the 152nd annual "Sale of the Wines" which is also known as "Vente des Vins" took place in the quaint area of Beaune, in France. This charity auction has been arranged since 1851 and is now the oldest and most traditional wine auction in the world. The three-day celebration is devoted to the food and wines of Burgundy, where it begins with a street festival and numerous wine tastings from some of the latest wines. The second day consists of half-marathon races through the vineyards that surround Beaune, and the third day is the main feature, which is the world-famous wine auction. This year at the wine sale, there will be 44 wines, which are known as Cuvees in the sale. Of these wines, 31 are red, and 13 are white. Along with these bottles of wine, 512 barrels are being offered for auction, with 401 being red and 101 being white wine barrels. A portion of the proceeds is donated to a different charity every year, and the auction as a whole brings in over 1 million euros. The "Sale of the Wines" is an incredible festival that is enjoyed by everyone.

Many of the attendees come from all over ...
... France for this event. Whether you want to stay within Beaune, or go a short distance, there are fantastic places to stay, including in Paris where you can rent apartments Paris. Just a short thirty-minute drive is the L'Abbaye de la Bussiere, which is located in Cote d'Or, France. This incredible Abby, dating back to 1130, has been renovated as only the French can do, mixing contemporary and authentic historic details. The rooms are elegant, the grounds amazing, and the Michelin one star restaurant delicious. If the Abby does not spark your interest, the fantastic city of lights, Paris, is a quick three-hour drive from the festival. Here, the possibilities are endless. Between the hundreds of beautiful and historic hotels to chic and contemporary apartments, the choice is yours. Handsome Properties International has numerous options if you want to rent apartments Paris.

Traveling by car is not the only option, however, to quickly get to the wine auction from Paris. The train is always a reliable source. If taking the train, have a stop in Dijon and discover the town center, which is just a short five-minute walk from the railway station, and then get back on the train for a short ride to Beaune. The total time for the train ride is approximately an hour and half to two hours at most. If visiting France for the first time, the best solution would be to visit during the weekend of the Sale of Wines, rent apartments Paris take a train to Beaune and experience the different areas of France. Each region is different in its culture and atmosphere but also very unique. Whether you rent apartments Paris or stay in the luxurious and historical Abbys, the possibilities are endless and the experiences will be unforgettable.

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