Macon

The landscape around Mâcon is defined by the broad Saône valley and the vine-covered slopes of the Mâconnais, which have shaped both its riverfront form and its wine economy. The town stands in southern Burgundy, where the Saône has long provided a north–south route through eastern France. Mâcon is closely linked to the white wines sold under the Mâcon and Mâcon-Villages appellations, drawn from vineyards across the surrounding district. Alphonse de Lamartine, the 19th-century poet and statesman, was born here, and his name remains part of the town’s civic identity. The Pont Saint-Laurent crosses the Saône towards Saint-Laurent-sur-Saône, while old streets and waterside quays mark the historic centre. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Mâcon and southern Burgundy.

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