Hospices de Beaune

Hospices de Beaune is a medieval hotel for the poor, the well-preserved to this day. They were built on the orders of the Duke of Burgundy, Nicolas Rolin in 1443. These hospices has been a relief for citizens who suffered from cold and hunger after the devastating Hundred Years War. 

For construction hospices Nicolas Rolin hooked best architects and artisans of the city, which created a unique palace with Gothic facade and rich interior. 

Since its inception and until the early 20th century, took a huge number of hospice patients. In 1971, all the staff and patients of the hospital were moved to a more modern building. However, until the present time in the hospice conduct extensive wine auction, which attracts lovers of this drink from around the world. 

Reach the town of Beaune can by plane, train or bus from Paris and many other cities in France.