Sentier du Tacot
At the end of the 19th century, the project of a tramway linking Dijon to Beaune was born. The route chosen by the Hautes-Côtes was to allow the development of a very isolated region and to avoid the delicate passage through the vineyards between Gevrey-Chambertin and Beaune. Important works are necessary, in particular between Gevrey-Chambertin and Morey-Saint-Denis. They were interrupted several times because of the war.
At the end of the 19th century, the project of a tramway linking Dijon to Beaune was born.
The route chosen by the Hautes-Côtes was to allow the development of a very isolated region and to avoid the delicate passage through the vineyards between Gevrey-Chambertin and Beaune. Important works are necessary, in particular between Gevrey-Chambertin and Morey-Saint-Denis. They were interrupted several times because of the war.
It was not until 1921 that the railroad reached Chamboeuf, Semezanges, Ternant, l?Étang-Vergy, Messanges and Beaune.
The tacot is steam-powered on the section from Gevrey-Chambertin to Beaune, the line not being electrified. The travel time from Dijon to Beaune is then 4 hours. The operation was short-lived. In 1936, the train stopped, replaced by a bus.
For the link Dijon ? Gevrey, an electric tramway operated from 1908 until 1953.
Important : The forests crossed by the Tacot trail are home to a wide variety of forest flora, especially in the Combe Grisard, where you can observe the Wolfsbane, a rare species found in cool mountain valleys in areas where the forest is not very well used.
The winegrowers are proud and happy to help you discover their profession and their land. The landscapes that you will cross require a lot of care and attention throughout the year. For your safety and a good cohabitation, be vigilant near the machines that you will cross and respectful towards the people you will meet and who work in the vineyards.
Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.
