Burgundy Pictures

Fall is a golden time to visit Burgundy. Matteo Colombo Getty Images

The grounds and gardens of Le Château d'Ancy-le-Franc rival the art and architecture of the château.  Courtesy Château d’Ancy-le-Franc

The Hospices de Beaune was originally used as a hospital for the poor and needy.  nikitje Getty Images

Les Halles, a market in Dijon that sells regional produce and food, is another stop along the Owl's Trail. AnkNet Getty Images

Look up while visiting the Hospices de Beaune and you'll notice the property's beautiful tiled roofs.  nikitje Getty Images

The Cathédrale Saint-Lazare d'Autun is one of the distinguishing establishments of the Burgundy region.  Philippe Paternolli Getty Images

Dijon is the capital of the Burgundy region.  Henryk Sadura Getty Images

The Cathédrale Saint-Lazare d'Autun, which is also called the Autun Cathedral, sits in the heart of its namesake town. digital_eye Getty Images

Canals are a major element of Burgundy's geography. Yann Guichaoua-Photos Getty Images

Taking time to admire the brilliant stained glass is a must-do at the Autun Cathedral.  Daniel Jolivet Flickr

Among the treasures housed within the Hospices de Beaune are its curtained box beds, which were positioned so that the bedridden could still attend Mass. tony740607 Getty Images

If you get hungry during your hunt to find the owls along the Owl's Trail, some travelers recommend finding a restaurant around Plaza de la Liberation. tupungato Getty Images

The Église Notre-Dame is one of the sites along the Owl's Trail. Built in the 13th century, the church features a collection of gargoyles. Mats Silvan Getty Images

According to recent visitors, you can't leave La Basilique Sainte Marie-Madeleine without checking out the view from atop the abbey's terrace.  Feifei Cui-Paoluzzo Getty Images

La Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979 in part because of its Burgundian Romanesque art and architecture. Philippe Paternoll Getty Images

For a little bit of Italian Renaissance in France, travelers should head to the resplendent Château d'Ancy-le-Franc.  Jacqueline Poggi Flickr

The hilltop Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine is the crown of Vézelay. TablinumCarlson Getty Images

The château, designed by Italian architect Sebastiano Serlio, was completed in 1550. Laurent Lenotre Flickr

Beaune is the wine capital of the Burgundy region. If you're hoping to take a wine tour, consider heading here. Thomas Pragassam / EyeEm Getty Images

At the Chantier Médiéval de Guédelon, travelers can watch as a castle is built from the ground up using ancient tools and construction techniques. mksfca Flickr

Biking is becoming an increasingly popular way of exploring Burgundy.  Courtesy Destination Beaune & Pays Beaunois Flickr

Château de Pommard is yet another beautiful Beaune winery. Courtesy Destination Beaune & Pays Beaunois Flickr

Burgundy is filled with idyllic villages, such as Paray-le-Monial.  thelinke Getty Images

Medieval villages like Semur-en-Auxois define Burgundy's landscape.  thelinke Getty Images