Photos: Cephas, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Benjamin Smith, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Ralf Roletschek, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
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Photos: Cephas, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Benjamin Smith, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Ralf Roletschek, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 3.0
The Puits de Moïse, a carved masterpiece
Your local guide
Aurélie Lambert
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Highlights
- A monumental carved well from a former monastery
- Six biblical figures around its base
- A functional well turned sculptural masterpiece
- The technique behind its influence
- A lesser-known corner of Dijon's history
About this tour
This session travels slightly outside the old town to see the Puits de Moïse, a monumental carved well from the former Chartreuse de Champmol. You see the grounds where it stands before the camera settles close on the six carved figures around its base. Aurélie, drawing on her art history background, explains why this work became so influential in Burgundian sculpture.
The call opens with a sound check at the grounds, then moves to a close, steady shot of the carvings. Aurélie takes questions throughout and explains the sculptor's technique in detail when asked. A short list of what was shown follows by message afterwards.
This suits anyone with a specific interest in medieval sculpture. It also suits viewers looking for something beyond Dijon's more obvious landmarks.
Included
- Live video walk with a local guide
- Questions to your guide all the way
- A short list of places to visit later
Not included
- Internet connection
- Travel to the city
Itinerary
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Welcome and sound check 5 min
The guide joins the video call, checks the picture and sound with you, and gives you a quick sense of Dijon before heading out.
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Chartreuse de Champmol grounds 21 min
The camera takes in the grounds of the former monastery, now part of a hospital complex, where the carved well still stands. I explain why a functional water well became one of Burgundian sculpture's masterpieces.
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Puits de Moïse close-up 21 min
You see the six carved biblical figures surrounding the well's base, weathered but still remarkably detailed. I point out the sculptor's signature technique that made the work so influential.
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Your questions 9 min
Time to ask anything about Dijon: prices, safety, food, or whatever you are curious about.
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A short list to keep 4 min
Before you go, the guide sums up with a few things worth remembering: a dish to try: Boeuf bourguignon and Rue de la Chouette quarter, worth a slower look.
Good to know
- A stable wifi or mobile connection makes the picture smoother than a shaky one.
- Any phone, tablet or laptop with a camera works. You watch, the guide does the walking.
- Times are shown in Paris time, so check the time where you are before you book.
- The session is not recorded, and recording it yourself is not allowed. Feel free to take your own notes.
- Ask questions any time, out loud or in the chat. The guide will pause to answer.
- Sessions run in small groups, up to 7 people, so there is room for everyone to ask something.
Questions about this tour
What will the session cover?
The guide walks through Dijon, showing you Chartreuse de Champmol grounds and Puits de Moïse close-up live on camera, plus whatever else you would like to see.
What happens if my connection drops?
Rejoin with the same link within a few minutes and the guide will catch you up on anything you missed.
Can I ask the guide questions during the session, or is it a fixed script?
Anything, any time. Sessions leave room for your own questions throughout, not just at the end.
Do I need any background in art?
No. The guide explains what matters as you go, whatever you already know or do not.
How it works
- You get one join link after booking.
- Join from any device: phone, tablet or laptop.
- We meet on Google Meet; the link comes with your booking. I walk Dijon live with my phone.
Times shown in Paris time (CET)
Cancellation
Flexible
- Cancel up to 24 hours before the start: full refund.
- Cancel less than 24 hours before the start, or no-show: no refund.
- If the guide cancels or the date does not reach its minimum group: full refund.
- Cancel in My Account → Bookings; the refund is calculated from the start time in the tour's local time.
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