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Mont Saint-Cyr is located in southern Burgundy (Département Saône-et-Loire) in the municipality of Montmelard and, at 771 meters, is the highest point in the Mâconnais mountains. From the summit, there is a wide panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes of Charolais, Brionnais, and Clunisois. In very clear weather, the view to the east even extends to Mont Blanc in the Alps. On the mountain are the historical remains of a 10th-century monastery that was destroyed during the Huguenot Wars. There is a picnic area in the forest, as well as orientation panels that are helpful in identifying the surrounding peaks and valleys.

Mont Saint-Cyr is located in southern Burgundy (Saône-et-Loire department) in the municipality of Montmelard and, at 771 meters, is the highest point of the Mâconnais mountains. From the summit, there is a wide panoramic view of the surrounding landscapes of Charolais, Brionnais, and Clunisois. In very clear weather, the view extends eastwards to Mont Blanc in the Alps. On the mountain are the historical remains of a 10th-century monastery, which was destroyed during the Huguenot Wars. There is a picnic area in the forest as well as orientation panels that are helpful in identifying the surrounding peaks and valleys.

Impressive views over southern Burgundy and Haut-Beaujolais

Bois-Sainte-Marie experienced a commercial boom from the 11th century. It once had a wall and became a royal castellany at the end of the 12th century. Its Romanesque church dates from the 11th century. The building occupied today by a retirement home was an asylum and orphanage which in the 19th century accommodated 60 old people and 100 orphans.

This priory church is classified as a historic monument. It was built between the end of the 11th century and the beginning of the 12th. Its octagonal bell tower is characteristic and the church is among the most beautiful expressions of Romanesque art in the department. The sculptures are particularly numerous.

A very steep climb from Montmelard, not much fun by bike. View is good, best very early or in the evening.

Mont Saint-Cyr, with its 771 m, is the highest point of the Mâconnais mountains. From its summit, you can enjoy a 360° view of the surroundings and even of the Alps when the weather allows it.

Mont Saint-Cyr, at 771 m, is the highest point of the Mâconnais mountains. From its summit, you can enjoy a 360° view of the surroundings and even of the Alps when the weather allows it.