Tourist Attractions

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The Morvan (from the Celtic: Mar (=black) and Vand (=mountainous)) is a mountainous region located in the center of Burgundy, in French. The region is located at 200 kilometers South-East of Paris. The mountainous chain of the Morvan is a branch of the Massif Central and is mainly composed of granitic rocks. The highest peak is the Haut-Folin at 901 meters of altitude, followed by the Mont-Préneley at 855 meters altitude.

On the Mont-Beuvray, situated at an altitude of 821 meters, you can visit the ancient Celtic cities of Bibracte and Alésia and their museums and archeological digs.

Since 1970, the region has been protected because of its integration in the Regional Natural Parc of the Morvan.

The Morvan is a vast expanse of forest interspersed with large meadows. The Morvan has numerous water sources, including reservoirs such as the Chaumeçon lake, the Crescent lake, the Pannecière lake and the Settons lake, as well as several rivers such as the Yonne, Cousin, Cure and Chalaux. Due to the absence of industry, air pollution is nearly non-existent. There is also little light pollution, so you can see the Milky Way at night when the sky is clear.

The Morvan is a holiday region where there's something for everyone. The region offers a wide range of sporting activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, tree climbing, rafting and canoeing, as well as cultural and historical sites with numerous castles and authentic historic towns. From Easter to the All-Saints’ Day holidays, there are many lively French markets and festivals in the area, ranging from medieval to French chanson, to typical French fairs and flea markets.

In short, the Morvan is a wonderful holiday region that offers you the opportunity to relax, enjoy the beauty of nature, go on beautiful walks or canoe trips, taste fine French wines on a cozy terrace, browse various markets or take a historic and iconic tours including an old church.