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Auxerre
Spend a full day in Auxerre (walk the old town, river bridge, cathedral) and add a half‑day trip to nearby Vézelay or Chablis if time permits.
Auxerre is a compact historic town on the Yonne River with a walkable centre, a Gothic cathedral and free mini‑bus service. One day covers the main sights; longer stays let you explore nearby wine villages or the Guédelon experimental castle.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
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- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–June, September–October
- avoid July–August (heat, crowds in wine region)
- Airport
- CDG
- Nights
- 1
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What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Auxerre17 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Auxerre, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).France-wide
- SIM or eSIMOrange, SFR, Bouygues Télécom and Free sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at tabacs; ID is required to register.France-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere unless signed otherwise.France-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service is included; leave 5–10% in cash for good service.France-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.France-wide
- SafetyAuxerre is generally safe; petty theft can occur in tourist spots, keep bags close.
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- RestroomsParis has free automatic public toilets (sanisettes); elsewhere use cafés (buy a coffee), museums and stations, where some charge €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).France-wide
- Emergency numbers17 police · 18 fire · 15 Medical (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany national museums close on Monday (Orsay, Versailles, Rodin) or Tuesday (Louvre, Pompidou's temporary sites).France-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckCDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (≈170 km (106 mi) by train (check)).CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (≈106 mi (170 km) by train (check)).
- Getting aroundThe town is best explored on foot; free mini‑bus circles the old centre, suburb bus €1.75 (≈ US$3) per ride.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in café€2–€3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideSuburban bus ticket€1.75 (≈ US$3)
- Museum or sight ticketGuédelon Castle entry€14 (≈ US$17) adult
- Budget bedBudget hotel double, a night, per room€68 (≈ US$80)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel double, a night, per room€85 (≈ US$100)
- High-end bedBudget hotel double, a night, per room€110 (≈ US$130)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €80 (≈ US$95) · High €130 (≈ US$160)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (≈170 km (106 mi) by train (check))CDG Paris Charles de Gaulle (≈106 mi (170 km) by train (check))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
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8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
not flagged
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)), coolest Jan (1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest Jul (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Auxerre: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
12 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
10 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
9 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
5 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
11 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town is best explored on foot; free mini‑bus circles the old centre, suburb bus €1.75 per ride. Bike hire €3‑10 for short trips along the river.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Vézelay
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Train to Larroche‑Migennes (30 min) then bus 15 min
UNESCO basilica, hilltop views.
Chablis
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Car or bus 15 km (9.3 mi) north, about 20 minCar or bus 9.3 mi (15 km) north, about 20 min
Famous white‑wine town, tasting rooms.
Guédelon Castle
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min
Car 45 min west (no public transport)
Check opening days; ticket €14 adult.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Ibis Auxerre Centre
8 min walk from train station, double rooms from €68, breakfast €12
Camping Municipal d'Auxerre
2 km (1.2 mi) from centre, open 1 Apr–15 Oct1.2 mi (2 km) from centre, open 1 Apr–15 Oct
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–€70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–€120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel double1 × 1 night × €85 | €85 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €80 | €160 |
| Train Paris‑Auxerre round‑trip2 × €35 · check | €70 |
| Bike hire half‑day2 × €5 · check | €10 |
| eSIM data (1 week)2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €36 |
| Trip total≈ €196 per person per day, bed included | €391≈ US$500 |
2026 estimate in euros; transport to/from Paris not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee in café | €2–€3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Croque‑monsieur | €8–€12 (≈ US$10–14) |
| Bottle of local Yonne wine | €5–€12 (≈ US$6–14) |
| Suburban bus ticket | €1.75 (≈ US$3) |
| Guédelon Castle entry | €14 (≈ US$17) adult |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Check opening hours of the St. Germain crypt (€8 (≈ US$10) entry).
- Guédelon Castle has no direct public transport; plan a car or taxi for the 45‑min drive.
- Summer heat can make river walks uncomfortable; carry water.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 17
- Fire
- 18
- Medical
- 15
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Emergency
- Police17
- Fire18
- Medical15
Embassy
US consulate in Paris; French emergency number 112.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Paris → Auxerre (TGV): ≈ €35 one‑way, 1 h 30 min (check)
- Auxerre local bus: €1.75 (≈ US$3) per ride
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- Pardon — Excuse me / Sorry (pardon)
- Merci — Thank you (merci)
- C’est combien ? — How much is it? (c’est combien)
- Où sont les toilettes ? — Where is the toilet? (où sont les toilettes)
- Je peux payer par carte ? — Can I pay by card? (je peux payer par carte)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Auxerre. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–June, September–October · avoid July–August (heat, crowds in wine region) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental day to explore riverside villages.
- Combine with a wine‑tasting tour in Chablis for a culinary focus.
Sources
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