Auxerre is the capital of the Yonne department in Western Burgundy. It stands on the river Yonne close to the A6 motorway that runs southeastwards from Paris, and also occupies a position alongside the Agrippa Roman Way. Only a 90-minute drive away from Paris, Auxerre is becoming an increasingly popular town from which foreigners decide to launch a weekend of looking for French property for sale in Western Burgundy.
Wine is the major produce of Auxerre. There are world-class vineyards in the countryside all around the town, including the famous vineyards of Chablis a short distance to the east. To the north of Auxerre is Joigny, Burgundy's most northerly vineyard, while the village of Saint Fargeau to the south-west of Auxerre is home to a six-turreted pink brick castle!
Auxerre property in the town itself is a mix of architectural styles. There are half-timbered buildings dating back several centuries as well as 18th and 19th century Auxerre property with wrought iron balconies. In the town centre, many o the older buildings have been converted to apartments. Out in the countryside, a huge array of French property awaits discovery. There are manor houses, chateaux, farmhouses and vineyards available for sale in the beautiful undulating countryside around the town. Property prices are reasonable too - a 4-bed villa in France not far from Auxerre costing less than 150,000 euros.
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