Explore Charcenne through its architectural history, winegrowing and food production. Two chapels offer different historical perspectives; there is also the château, vineyards on the slopes of the Monts de Gy and Cancoillotte from Fromagerie Milleret. So you can choose whether to focus on cultural history, wine or cheese production during your trip.

Chapels and château: architectural history across several periods

The Chapelle du cimetière and the cemetery enclosure are both fully protected as historic monuments; the protection order dates from 5 June 2002. The main construction phase of the Chapelle du cimetière dates back to the 14th century. In 1867, it was altered after its nave was demolished. The date 1867 therefore refers not to the construction of the chapel, but to its later alteration.

The Chapelle Notre-Dame de Leffond offers a different historical perspective. It stands on a small rise at the edge of the village, above the Colombine stream. It houses one of the rare stained-glass windows in Haute-Saône dating from before the 16th century. Thus, two distinct points of interest sit side by side: the construction history of the Chapelle du cimetière and the setting and historic window at Leffond.

Today’s Château de Charcenne adds another period to the architectural history: it was built in the 18th century and restored during the Second Empire.

Winegrowing, hiking and cycling route

Domaine Guillaume has more than 43 hectares of vineyards on the slopes of the Monts de Gy. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are among its main grape varieties. The vineyard area and varieties may change gradually; if you are planning your trip specifically around them, check the estate’s latest information beforehand.

In summer, the estate organizes vineyard walks starting from the wine cellar. These include a snack break and a wine tasting at the estate’s caborde. Check the latest arrangements before planning this seasonal activity around your travel dates.

Another perspective is offered by cycling loop no. 19, “des vieilles vignes” (of the old vineyards). It lies in the Ognon Valley, between the Val Marnaysien and the Monts de Gy, and highlights Charcenne’s winegrowing. While the seasonal vineyard walk includes a snack break and tasting, the cycling route features winegrowing as a regional theme.

Cheese production and finding accommodation

The family-run Fromagerie Milleret specializes in soft cheeses and makes Cancoillotte. Its range may change; check the latest product information if you are planning specifically to try a particular cheese. In summer, the dairy offered a free guided tour with tasting on Tuesdays at 10 a.m.; booking was required. Check in advance whether the tour is currently taking place.

Confirm time-specific activities before comparing your accommodation with your planned stay based on the details of a particular offer.

Discover more destinations: Polaincourt-Et-Clairefontaine, Genevreuille, Corravillers, Delain, Bourbévelle, Passavant-La-Rochère, Brotte-lès-Ray, Gray-La-Ville.

For the broader travel overview: Haute-Saône.