Michel Béjeannin - Auberge de Chavannes

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Michel Béjeannin - Auberge de Chavannes, Lons-le-Saunier: Michelin Recommended gastronomic restaurant in the Jura

A Gastronomic Tradition in the Jura

Just four minutes from the A39 motorway and ten minutes from Lons-le-Saunier, the Auberge de Chavannes sits in the quiet village of Courlans. This Logis hotel and restaurant, a landmark of Jura gastronomy, held a Michelin star for 27 years before Véronique and Michel Béjeannin took over in 2012. Today, they continue that legacy with passion, earning a Michelin Recommended award for their consistently refined cooking.

The Cuisine of Michel Béjeannin

Michel Béjeannin’s cooking is described as frank, sincere, and creative. Working with the seasons, he selects the best products – sometimes unexpected – and transforms them with a sure hand. He is not afraid to mix sweet and savoury, or to use rare spices with subtlety. The result is a cuisine that feels both grounded in the Jura’s rich terroir and quietly adventurous. The restaurant’s terrace, garden, and cosy dining room provide a welcoming setting for this gastronomic experience.

A Complete Escape

The Auberge de Chavannes is also a hotel with eleven rooms, each decorated with a travel-inspired theme – from Africa to Asia, Oceania to Paris. The property offers a private car park, a petanque court, and a children’s play area, making it a perfect stopover for travellers exploring the Jura’s wine routes, the Reculée de Baume-les-Messieurs, or the Circuit de Bresse. Whether you come for the gastronomic cuisine or a restful night, the Béjeannins’ warm hospitality makes this auberge a memorable address.