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Championnat du monde de l’œuf en meurette

Chefs from around the world compete to poach Burgundy's favourite egg dish at the Clos de Vougeot.

  • Food & markets
  • Vougeot
  • 27 min from Beaune
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Château du Clos de Vougeot
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At a glance

Location 19 km north-east of Beaune · Côte de Nuits
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Paid or by invitation
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Getting there

Private driver from Beaune: 27 min by road (24 km), €100 one way for the whole car.

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About the event

Each autumn the Château du Clos de Vougeot hosts a world championship devoted to oeufs en meurette, eggs poached in a red wine sauce. Over three days, apprentices, amateurs and professional chefs compete, while visitors taste the château's own version and watch the contest.

What to expect

Friday features the apprentices' contest, Saturday the amateurs and Sunday the world championship itself, followed by a gala dinner. Tasting sessions run from late morning, with round-table talks, cooking demonstrations and activities for children in the château's cellar, vat house and courtyard.

History

Oeufs en meurette have been served at every meal held at the château since 1953, whatever the rest of the menu. The championship was launched in 2019, with qualifying rounds abroad, such as a North American heat in Montreal. The 8th edition, from 9 to 11 October 2026, is presided over by the chef Jean-François Piège, and the first world champion was the chef Frédéric Vardon.

Good to know

Tips for the day

In 2026 the tasting ticket costs 39 euros for adults and 19 euros for ages 7 to 18, with free entry for younger children; it includes château access, eggs with a glass of red Burgundy and a dessert. A private driver lets you enjoy the red Burgundy served with the eggs and skip the search for parking in a small village.

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Questions

Championnat du monde de l’œuf en meurette 2026 takes place in Vougeot (Château du Clos de Vougeot): Friday 9 – Sunday 11 October 2026.

Did you know? The château's chef can serve 1,200 perfectly poached eggs in five minutes to 600 guests.

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