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Saint-Apollinaire
ℹ️Practical info — Saint-Apollinaire
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
📍 Nearby
Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Parking here is much easier than in the center of Dijon, making it a great base if you are traveling by car.
- The Divia bus system connects the town seamlessly to Dijon, so you can explore the city without driving.
- Visit the Redoute de Saint-Apollinaire, a 19th-century military fort that has been transformed into a lovely recreation area.
- The town provides quick access to the start of the famous Route des Grands Crus if you plan to explore Burgundy's vineyards.
🍽 Food
Savory cheese choux pastries, excellent as an appetizer, available at local bakeries.
A traditional Burgundian ham terrine with parsley and garlic, found at local butchers.
The classic beef stew braised in red wine; try it in traditional brasseries in the area.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
Authentic Dijon mustard can be found in nearby local grocers and specialty shops.
The local blackcurrant liqueur, essential for making a Kir, available in wine shops.
The green space surrounding the old fort is great for a relaxing walk or a picnic.
Small, peaceful public gardens within the town center offering a quiet retreat.
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Saint-Apollinaire is a thriving commune in the Côte-d'Or department, located just to the northeast of Dijon. Originally a separate village centered around its historic 11th-century Romanesque church, it has grown into one of the most desirable suburbs of the Dijon metropolitan area. The town perfectly balances its rich history with modern urban development, offering extensive public parks and state-of-the-art community facilities. Its proximity to the Burgundy wine region and the regional capital makes it a strategic hub for both residents and businesses. Economically, Saint-Apollinaire is home to diverse commercial zones that provide employment for many in the agglomeration. The town is known for its high standard of living, excellent schools, and a bustling cultural scene hosted at venues like 'La Redoute'. It remains a primary example of how French suburban communes can maintain a distinct local identity while being fully integrated into a larger metropolitan economy.
- Location: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
- Top sights: Église Saint-Apollinaire · Redoute de Saint-Apollinaire · Parc de la Redoute
- Nearby: Dijon-Centre (4 km)
- Population: ~7.587
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 1 | 2 | 6 | 10 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 19 | 15 | 11 | 5 | 2 |
| Rain mm | 64 | 51 | 59 | 57 | 79 | 70 | 65 | 72 | 53 | 77 | 76 | 74 |
Geography
Facts
- Population: approx. 7,600 inhabitants
- Main landmark: 11th-century church
- Affiliation: Dijon Métropole
- Postal code: 21850
- Economy: Diverse service sector
- Elevation: 232m to 278m
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