The best part of this Burgundy experience is simple: you get the keys to a classic Citroën 2CV, then set off on your own through vineyard roads, small towns, and countryside. This is not a bus tour with a fixed script. It is a slow, cheerful way to see Burgundy from the driver’s seat.

I like the freedom to choose your route, and I like the picnic, which includes cheeses, charcuterie, breads, salads, Burgundy wine, fruit nectar, and an electric cooler for the trunk. The main catch is that fuel costs extra, and you should be comfortable handling an older manual-style car before committing.

Key points to know before booking

• A real 2CV, not a modern car dressed up for photos: Expect a clean, well-maintained vintage Citroën with a very different feel from a newer rental.
• Your day is self-guided: You can head toward Beaune, Dijon, Châteauneuf, Semur-en-Auxois, Pommard, or the Morvan Natural Park.
• The picnic is a major part of the value: It includes Iberian cheeses and charcuterie, gourmet breads, mesclun salads, Burgundy wine, water, fruit nectars, and salted butter caramel popcorn.
• The car can carry your lunch: An electric cooler in the trunk keeps the picnic practical during the drive.
• The price is per couple: The listed rate is $372.49 for up to two people, with fuel charged separately.
• You need to collect and return the car at the same meeting point: The stated start point is in Jouey, in Côte-d’Or, and the activity ends there.

Why a 2CV is the right car for Burgundy

A Citroën 2CV is not built for speed. That is the point. Its soft suspension, simple cabin, and unmistakable shape make you slow down and notice the road.

You will need to relearn the rhythm of the car. One person described having to get used to driving it again, while still finding the experience funny and rewarding. That is useful advice. If you expect the quiet ease of a recent automatic rental, this may feel fussy at first.

Once you settle in, the car turns an ordinary road into part of the outing. Passing through a stone village or along a vineyard lane becomes more social because the 2CV attracts attention. In Semur-en-Auxois, for example, the little car reportedly made quite an impression on the cobbled streets.

I also like that the car is described as very clean and in good working order. That matters with a vintage rental. A charming old car is only fun if the mechanical side feels dependable.

Picking a route from the Burgundy countryside

The experience gives you room to shape the day. You can aim for famous wine country, medieval villages, châteaux, or the Morvan Natural Park. Since the car is yours for the rental period, you are not tied to a guide’s timetable or a group’s pace.

The Beaune area is an obvious choice. You might combine a drive through the vineyards with a stop at Château de Pommard. This works well if wine is central to your visit and you want the drive to connect with a known Burgundy estate.

Châteauneuf is another strong option. It is described as one of the most beautiful villages in France, and the route gives you a reason to leave the main wine towns for a change of scene. You can also stop at the local bistro in Châteauneuf, an option specifically praised for a good meal.

Semur-en-Auxois offers a different mood. Its cobbled streets and old-town setting suit the 2CV perfectly, though you should remember that an older car and tight historic streets require patience. The point is not to cover ground quickly. The point is the road, the village, and the odd pleasure of arriving in a car that belongs in another era.

For a greener day out, point the car toward the Morvan Natural Park. One full-day outing included the roads of the Morvan and the crossing of Semur-en-Auxois, with beautiful views along the way. The supplied information does not give a fixed route, so you should ask the local staff for current advice when you collect the car.

You can also head toward Dijon or Pouilly-en-Auxois. These options make the rental useful for repeat visitors to Burgundy who have already seen Beaune’s central sights and want a more open-ended day.

The gourmet picnic in the trunk

The food is not an afterthought. It is built into the experience and gives you a practical reason to stop somewhere scenic.

The included meal contains a selection of Iberian cheeses and charcuterie, gourmet breads, mesclun salads, Chardonnay or Burgundy rosé white wine, St Georges mineral water or Orezza sparkling water, fruit nectars, and salted butter caramel popcorn. The wording around the wine is slightly unclear, so ask at pickup which bottle or style is supplied that day.

The picnic is described as both very good and hearty. That makes sense for a long drive. You are not simply carrying a small snack between stops. You have enough variety to make lunch feel like a proper part of the day.

The electric cooler in the trunk is a particularly useful touch. It means the food is easier to carry while you explore and gives you more choice about when to stop. You are not forced to eat immediately after collecting the car.

The picnic also shifts the value of the rental. Part of your payment covers transport, but part covers a ready-made Burgundy-style break with local products and drinks. If you were planning to buy lunch separately, this can make the package more appealing.

Still, the experience is better for people who enjoy making their own picnic stop. There is no stated restaurant reservation or hosted tasting included in the basic rental. You choose the place and the timing.

Stops worth considering on your day

Château de Pommard

Château de Pommard gives you a natural wine-country target. It is close enough to fit into a shorter outing, yet distinctive enough to give the drive a purpose.

A tasting there was described as very well organized in connection with a 2CV day. The supplied details do not state that a Château de Pommard tasting is included in the $372.49 price, so treat it as a possible add-on rather than part of the standard package.

Châteauneuf

Châteauneuf is a good choice if you want a village visit rather than a day spent only among vineyards. Its character comes from the old streets and setting, and the drive there helps make the village part of a wider countryside outing.

You may also stop at the bistro in Châteauneuf. That is useful if your picnic is not enough for the day or if you want another meal. Do not assume it is included in the rental. It is a separate stop.

Semur-en-Auxois

Semur-en-Auxois is especially well suited to the vintage-car theme. The cobbled streets add atmosphere, and the little Citroën fits the setting in a way a standard rental car would not.

This is also a place where you should take the driving slowly. The car is made for relaxed touring, not quick progress through narrow streets.

The Morvan Natural Park

The Morvan offers the broadest change of scenery among the suggested routes. The roads and views give you a full day’s reason to keep driving, especially if you want time away from the main wine towns.

Because the rental can last from about one to ten hours, the Morvan makes more sense for the longer end of the time range. Confirm the suggested route and fuel needs before leaving.

Beaune and Dijon

Beaune is the most obvious base for a Burgundy outing, and Dijon gives you a larger city destination at the other end of the region’s wine roads. The exact meeting point is in Jouey, so check the driving distance and return plan before choosing a far-reaching route.

The activity ends back at the meeting point. That makes route planning important. A beautiful detour is only useful if you leave enough time to return the car.

What the price means for two people

The listed cost is $372.49 per group of up to two people. That is not a cheap car rental for a few hours, but it is not just a car rental either.

You are paying for access to a collector’s car, the picnic, the cooler, and the pleasure of choosing your own Burgundy route. For a couple who wants a memorable day rather than basic transport, the package can make sense.

The value is strongest if you use the car for most of the available day and make several stops. A short one-hour outing would make the per-hour cost feel high. A longer drive with a picnic, village visit, and wine-country stop spreads the price across a full experience.

Fuel is not included. Budget for that separately, and ask how the surcharge is handled before departure. The supplied details call it a fuel surcharge but do not give an amount.

The booking pattern also suggests you should plan ahead. This experience is booked about 62 days in advance on average, and confirmation arrives within 48 hours, subject to availability. Do not leave it until the last moment if the 2CV is a key part of your Burgundy plans.

Timing, pickup, and driving practicalities

The published duration is flexible, from about one to ten hours. Opening hours are listed Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for the stated operating period, June 17, 2022 through December 7, 2026.

Those hours appear to describe the pickup window rather than the full time you must spend driving. Confirm the exact collection and return time when booking, since the information does not spell out a single fixed departure slot.

The start point is listed as Côte-d’Or 21230 Jouey, France. The activity returns to the same meeting point. This is an important detail if you are staying in central Beaune or planning to connect the outing with another appointment.

The car is vintage, so allow a few minutes for an introduction and basic instructions. You should also check the controls, the fuel arrangement, the picnic cooler, and the return expectations before setting off.

Service animals are allowed, and most people can participate. No special physical requirement is listed. The more relevant question is driving comfort. If you dislike manual cars, old controls, or slow rural driving, this may not be your ideal rental.

Who will enjoy this most

I would choose this for a couple who wants an outing with personality. It works especially well for a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon day, or gift, though the supplied information does not include a special celebration service.

It also suits people who have already seen the main sights of Beaune and want to make the road itself part of the day. The open route lets you combine familiar places with lesser-known villages and countryside.

The experience is less suited to anyone seeking a guided history tour. You will not have a guide narrating each stop, and no fixed itinerary is supplied. You get advice from the Burgundy Chic staff, but the day remains your own.

Families and friends should note the listed price covers up to two people. The information does not state that larger groups can share one car, so assume the standard booking is for two unless the provider confirms otherwise.

Small drawbacks to keep in mind

The biggest limitation is the old car itself. A 2CV is charming because it is basic, slow, and unusual. Those same traits can become tiring if you want a smooth, fast ride.

The meeting point may also require extra planning. The listing identifies Jouey rather than a central Beaune pickup, and the activity returns there. Check the location carefully before booking.

The fuel surcharge adds uncertainty to the final cost. Ask for the current arrangement, especially if you plan to drive as far as the Morvan or Dijon.

Finally, the flexible route is both a strength and a responsibility. You must decide where to go, watch the clock, and return the vehicle on time. I see that as part of the fun, but it will not suit someone who wants every detail handled.

Cancellation and booking details

You can cancel free of charge up to 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the experience are not accepted for a refund.

Confirmation is sent within 48 hours, subject to availability. Since the rental is often booked well in advance, secure your preferred date early and wait for confirmation before making firm plans around it.

Should you book the Burgundy 2CV picnic?

Book it if you want a playful, self-guided day where the car matters as much as the destination. The clean 2CV, the generous picnic, the electric cooler, and the choice of routes make this more personal than a standard sightseeing transfer.

I would book the longer version, leave room for Châteauneuf or Semur-en-Auxois, and ask about a Château de Pommard tasting if wine is part of your plan. I would skip it if you need an automatic car, a guide at every stop, or a tightly timed itinerary.

For the right pair, this is a memorable way to see Burgundy slowly, with good food in the trunk and a car that turns heads on the road.

FAQ

Where does the Citroën 2CV experience start?

The listed meeting point is Côte-d’Or 21230 Jouey, France.

Where does the experience end?

The activity ends back at the meeting point in Jouey.

How long does the rental last?

The stated duration is approximately one to ten hours, depending on the option and schedule confirmed for your booking.

How much does the experience cost?

The listed price is $372.49 per group of up to two people.

Is fuel included?

No. A fuel surcharge is not included in the listed price.

What food is included in the picnic?

The picnic includes Iberian cheeses and charcuterie, gourmet breads, mesclun salads, Chardonnay or Burgundy rosé white wine, St Georges mineral water or Orezza sparkling water, fruit nectars, and salted butter caramel popcorn.

Is the picnic kept cold?

Yes. An electric cooler in the trunk is provided for carrying the picnic.

Can I choose my own route?

Yes. The experience is designed as a free outing, with possible routes toward Beaune, Dijon, Burgundy vineyards, Château de Pommard, Châteauneuf, local gourmet sites, or the Morvan Natural Park.

What is the cancellation policy?

You can cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time for a full refund. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refunded or accepted.