Audio Guide of Place de la Liberation

Place de la Liberation is a public square open 24 hours a day. It is located in the heart of Dijon, a 10-minute walk from the train station. You can easily get there by public transport using lines L4, L5, or DiviaMob (check schedules here).

No, access to Place de la Liberation is completely free, as it is an open public space. You would only pay if you visit the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy located on one side of the square.

We recommend between 30 and 45 minutes to appreciate the architecture, take photographs, and relax by its fountains. If you also include the Palace of the Dukes or the Museum of Fine Arts, allow an additional 2 to 3 hours.

Designed by Jules Hardouin-Mansart, the architect of Versailles, in 1685, it was a key setting for the power of the Dukes of Burgundy. Its unique semicircular shape symbolized the relationship between the people and ducal power. Today, it stands as a symbol of the liberation of Dijon in 1944.

Spring or autumn in the morning hours, from 9 to 11 AM, to enjoy soft light and fewer crowds. On Thursdays and Saturdays there is a local market, ideal for experiencing Burgundian culture. Avoid July and August because of the tourist crowds.

Yes, the square has level access, although it does have historic cobblestones. We recommend checking alternative routes on Dijon’s accessibility map (available here) or calling +33 800 21 3000 for assistance.

Less than a 5-minute walk away you will find the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, the Museum of Fine Arts, Rue des Forges with its medieval architecture, the Hotel de Vogue, and the Church of Notre-Dame. The Owl Trail passes through here.

1) Wear comfortable shoes because of the cobblestones, 2) Wait for the bell tower of Notre-Dame, 200 meters away, to hear the Jacquemart on the hour, 3) At night, the fountains and buildings are spectacularly illuminated, 4) Combine your visit with a wine tasting on nearby Rue Verrerie.