Marvellous, a walk through town, the ambience. Just great. A must visit, Don't miss out.

The magnificent basilica is worth more than a visit. It is profound place that may change something within you.

This basilica and the village it is located in are worth a very large detour. We stayed there in middle October, with still great weather, very quiet but impressive.

The Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in Vézelay is absolutely breathtaking. Its Romanesque architecture and peaceful light fill the space with a sense of awe and serenity. Walking up the hill to the basilica feels like a quiet pilgrimage through history. The view over the Burgundy countryside is unforgettable. A truly spiritual and moving place to visit.

A quiet, un spoilt hilltop town with a beautiful basilica. Free to wander round and take in the atmosphere. The start for many pilgrims. I am not religious but I was strangely moved by the experience of wandering round this place of pilgrimage. A relic of Mary Magdalen is on view in the beautiful crypt.

Wonderful Romanesque/Gothic structure. It was empty when we arrived at 9 am on a Mondy. Striking nave in its simplicity. Don't miss the crypt under the altar where they claim to have some of Mary Magdeline's remains. The viewpoint at the back of the building is also worth the short walk.

Such a beautiful Basiliek. Extremely nice colors and details.

Today we have visited “la basilique de Sainte Madeleine” in Vezelay. Our guide was Christopher of “La Maison du Visiteur de Vezelay”. It was for us the third time we’ve visited Vezelay and we thought we knew already a lot about the basilique but today we have learned a lot of very important things about the architecture and the meaning of various symbols that were used hundreds of years ago. Christopher had a well structured explanation, took his time for all our questions and showed us “the path of light”. Really impressing. Afterwards we went back to “La Maison” and there we had a very instructive lightshow and an amazing film. We are so glad that we’ve decided to let us been guided by Christopher. It is absolutely worth while. In one word: Great! Bart & Mariken Lips Oirschot, Holland

We had a fabulous tour with Christopher, he brought alive the intricacies of the Basilica and had us totally absorbed. We would thoroughly recommend taking a tour, the building is amazing and a guided tour showed us details we would never have learnt about ourselves. The afternoon flew past and our guide was very generous with his time and knowledge.

It was surprising to experience the guides of 'La Maison du Visiteur'. Christopher in particular guided us with great passion in a world of symbolism, wisdom, light and love in an accessible warm hearted en calm way. He broadened our understanding of the Basilica of Light wich made me feel how heaven and earth are intertwined in this building and although the Basilica dates back to the 12th century, it is so alive and 'up to date' in our contemporary world. An absolute must to be immersed in this world by the guides of 'La Maison du Visiteur' and to be enchanted and amazed. Nadia

I cannot recommend strongly enough a stop at La Maison du Visiteur for anyone visiting Vézelay, whether it be for the first or the tenth time. Unlike many traditional guides, the staff at the La Maison understand that visitors need not only to learn about the history of the Basilica, but also to feel a link between the creators of the church and their own lives. And this is exactly what they do: they take us beyond an understanding of the Basilica's marvelous architecture and sculpture, to a place where we sense a personal connection (whatever our own religious beliefs may be) to the sculptural and architectural representations of the inner struggles that all people face in their lives. In this way the visit becomes a journey toward a deeper understanding of ourselves, all while learning about the glories of French Romanesque art and architecture.

We went for a generally informative introduction into the visit to the basilic, but together with that, and completely unexpectedly, we got a magnificent spiritual initiation into the riches and splendeur of this beautiful temple. It’s managed by people who profoundly love and uphold the basilic and are willing to share their love and their passion. It was a deeply moving experience. I should mention, to much of our surprise, our two teenage boys were equally impressed.

I arrived at the centre and met the wonderful Christopher who introduced me to the centre and the wonderful Film Sur le Grand Tympan. I can honestly say it is an incredible experience which brought the facade to life. Music, poetry and the sheer imagery experience is not to be missed a spiritual experience. It played in English which helped greatly.

Awesome time with Christopher discovering the Vézelay Abbey (Basilique Sainte Madeleine). We were expertly guided from the Maison du visiteur to the Abbey and then back for a very nice lightshow putting everything we learnt into perspective.

Excellent small museum with works of Picasso...

A fabulous small modern art museum in the little burg of Vezelay, France. On display are many works by Picssso, Calder, Giacometti, Dufy, and several others. The museum building itself is ultramodern inside and has an outdoor "contemplation garden" on one floor. The museum is truly a gem!

This was a total surprise. A fantastic collection. Beautifully exhibited.

Did not let us in at 17:21 while closing hour is 18:00

(Translated by Google) A beautiful collection in a beautiful setting. A warm welcome. In short, a must-see. (Original) Une belle collection dans un très beau local. Un accueil souriant Bref à visiter absolument

(Translated by Google) The collection is impressive for a small town like Vezelay. Many works by Picasso. A must-see. Very warm welcome. (Original) La collection est impressionnante pour une petite ville comme Vezelay. Beaucoup d œuvres de Picasso. Incontournable. Très bon accueil.

(Translated by Google) We visited the museum during the Picasso exhibition, which has been extended until early November. The works on display, the setting, and the history of the place captivated us. (Original) Nous avons visité le musée a l'occasion de l'exposition Picasso prolongée jusque début novembre. Les œuvres exposées, le cadre et l'histoire du lieu nous ont conquis.

(Translated by Google) Worth a little detour after or before visiting the basilica a scent of ancient times floats throughout this place very friendly welcome (Original) Mérite un petit détour après ou avant la visite de la basilique un parfum des temps anciens flotte partout dans ce lieu accueil très sympathique

(Translated by Google) Very nice site (Original) Très jolie site

Very unhelpful. The person in the office didn’t provide any information unless we specifically asked for something. It felt like she wanted to get rid of us. It was very different from any other tourist office I have ever visited.

(Translated by Google) Hello, we had a pleasant stay in Vezelay, we visited the abbey with a guide, ate at the restaurant for lunch and dinner, took a guest room and brought back some gifts, in short we made a good contribution to the economic life of Vezelay. We had the unpleasant experience of the parking meter in Vezelay, if we understand the payment for parking we are opposed to double billing. In fact, we were charged 12€ instead of 6€ (the ticket clearly mentioned a duration of 24 hours and not a week) We went to the town hall thinking that this little problem would be resolved...since we clearly see on the ticket that the amount paid does not correspond to the authorized duration... After discussion with the secretary who told us to forward our request. Without return from the town hall we called back after several days and through this same secretary, the response was no refund because it was too complicated to manage despite knowledge of this problem. We are very unhappy with the response because we are really within our rights since the ticket proves it and we really have the feeling of having been extorted. We would like to make this known and warn future visitors. (Original) Bonjour, nous avons passé un agréable séjour sur Vezelay, nous avons visité l'abbaye avec un guide, mangé au restaurant le midi et soir, pris une chambre d'hôte et ramenés quelques cadeaux, bref nous avons bien contribué à la vie économique de Vezelay. Nous avons eu la désagréable expérience du parcmètre de Vezelay, si nous comprenons le paiement du stationnement nous nous opposons à une double facturation. En effet nous avons été prélevé de 12€ au lieu de 6€ (le ticket mentionnant bien une durée de 24h et non une semaine) Nous nous sommes présentés à la mairie en pensant que ce petit problème allait se résoudre...puisque que nous voyons bien sur le ticket que le montant payé ne correspond pas à la durée autorisée... Après échange avec la secrétaire qui nous dit faire suivre notre demande. Sans retour de la mairie nous rappelons celle ci après plusieurs jours et par le biais de cette même secrétaire, la réponse est pas de remboursement car trop compliqué à gérer malgré la connaissance de ce problème. Nous sommes très mécontent de la réponse car nous sommes vraiment dans notre bon droit puisque le ticket l'atteste et on a vraiment le sentiment d'avoir été racketté. Nous tenons à le faire savoir et à mettre en garde les prochains visiteurs.

(Translated by Google) Yonne is a French department. It is crossed, from south to north, by the river that gives it its name, the Yonne, a tributary of the Seine, which joins it at Montereau-Fault-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne). INSEE and La Poste assign it the code 89. Pretty little villages in the countryside... (Original) L'Yonne est un département français. Il est traversé, du sud vers le nord, par la rivière qui lui a donné son nom, l'Yonne, affluent de la Seine, qui la rejoint à Montereau-Fault-Yonne (Seine-et-Marne). L'Insee et La Poste lui attribuent le code 89. De jolis petits villages en pleine campagne ...

(Translated by Google) The tourist office closes between noon and two in the middle of the season, which is a shame for a tourist spot. Friendliness needs to be improved; it's a bit like all the shops in Vezelay, except for the guided tour with Sister Marie Christine. The shop at the foot of the basilica is also very pleasant. The waiters at the restaurant/café next door are not friendly and are almost rude to the customers who had just left, saying, "He's finally gone!" Nice! (Original) Office de tourisme ferme entre midi et deux en pleine saison un comble pour un lieu touristique .. amabilité à revoir , c est un peu dans tout les commerces du vezelay , à part excepté la visite guidée avec sœur Marie Christine . Le commerce aussi au pied de la basilique très agréable , les serveurs du restaurant café à côté sont pas aimables et limite grossier avec la clientèle qui venait de partir en disant il s est enfin barré !!! Sympa !!!

(Translated by Google) A beautiful space and a warm and professional welcome But why the radio silence on Saint Père, its church, and its Salt Fountains? (Original) Bel espace ainsi qu'un accueil chaleureux et professionnel Mais pourquoi le silence radio sur Saint Père, son église et ses Fontaines Salées ?

(Translated by Google) Friendly welcome, very good for obtaining all the information you need to have a good stay in the region (Original) Bon accueil, très bien pour obtenir tous les renseignements pour passer un bon séjour dans la région

(Translated by Google) Very pretty village with a magnificent basilica currently being restored (Original) Très joli village avec une magnifique basilique en ce moment restauration de la basilique

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(Translated by Google) Former hospice for pilgrims. Magnificent place to meet. (Original) Ancien hospice pour pèlerins. Magnifique lieu pour se réunir.

(Translated by Google) Major discovery of a remarkable ensemble of seven sopranos, namely, LES VAGABONDES, giving a superb polyphonic performance in this magical place dedicated to the voice and its spells, early August in Vezelay. (Original) Decouverte majeure d'un ensemble remarquable de sept sopranos a savoir, LES VAGABONDES, donnant une prestation polyphonique superbe dans ce lieu magique dédié a la voix et ses sortilèges, debut Aout a Vezelay.

(Translated by Google) Magnificent place with remarkable services for artists. All this in a former 19th century hospital with much older parts in the basement including a very beautiful room dating from the 12th century. Grand piano, harpsichord and positive organ available to musicians. Remarkable welcome. Thank you very much, really. (Original) Lieu magnifique et doté de prestations remarquables pour les artistes. Tout cela dans un ancien hôpital du 19ème siècle avec des parties beaucoup plus anciennes au sous-sol dont une très belle salle datant du 12ème siècle. Piano à queue, clavecin et orgue positif à la disposition des musiciens. Remarquable accueil. Merci beaucoup, vraiment.

(Translated by Google) A magnificent musical and friendly place. A top team...! 👍👏 (Original) Un magnifique lieu musical et convivial. Une équipe au top...! 👍👏

(Translated by Google) Perfect welcome (Original) Accueil parfait

(Translated by Google) 2018 edition to listen to and share again and again. Superb, well done and thank you for the fall-winter programming. (Original) Edition 2018 à écouter et partager encore et encore . Superbe , bravo et merci pour la programmation automne-hiver.