Explore the Historic Charm of William Gate

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, the easiest way to reach William Gate (Porte Guillaume) in Dijon from anywhere in Languedoc is to take the A9 motorway towards Montpellier. From Montpellier, merge onto A75 towards Clermont-Ferrand. At the junction near Millau, take the A71 towards Bourges. Continue on A71 until you reach A6 towards Lyon. Finally, take the A38 exit towards Dijon. Once in Dijon, follow signs for the city center. William Gate is located at 13 Pl. Darcy, which is in the heart of Dijon. There are parking facilities nearby, but be aware that parking might incur fees, typically around €1-€2 per hour.

• Train

  To reach William Gate by train, you can board a train from various cities in Languedoc to Dijon. For example, if you are in Montpellier, take a train to Lyon Part-Dieu station, which is a major hub. From Lyon, transfer to a train heading directly to Dijon Ville station. Upon arrival at Dijon Ville, it is a 15-minute walk to William Gate. Exit the station, head towards Avenue de la Gare, and continue straight until you reach Rue de la Liberté, which leads you to Pl. Darcy where the gate is located. Train tickets can vary in price but expect to pay around €30-€60 depending on the time of booking and travel.

• Bus

  If you prefer to travel by bus, you can take a long-distance bus service from major Languedoc cities like Montpellier or Nîmes to Dijon. Companies like FlixBus or Ouibus offer routes that may require a transfer, often at Lyon or another central hub. Once you arrive at the Dijon bus station, you can take local transport or walk to Pl. Darcy. The bus fare typically ranges from €20 to €50, depending on the provider and how far in advance you book your ticket.