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Old 27th Sep 2006, 19:38
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eyeinthesky
 
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Thanks for your help; just back from the trip.

It was somewhat difficult to get a response from the guy at Dijon who gives permission to land at NSG, but I managed it the day before departure..

Bit of a slow trip down to Troyes at FL80 with a 30kt Headwind. Troyes (LFQB) much recommended: Tarmac runway and fuel, and 6 Euro to land a twin! Thence 45 mins to LFGZ, with an interesting approach into the side of a hill before turning base leg for runway 11.

Chateau de la Berchere www.hotelchateauberchere.com much recommended: peaceful setting with the airstrip 100m away (very little activity due to very small, sleepy club) No landing or parking fee. Superb rooms in XVII century chateau, swimming pool and sauna. Great breakfast but no restaurant, however lots of bistro/restaurants in easy reach. Car loan or cheap car hire available, and lots of vineyards close by to visit (Nuits St Georges, Gevrey Chambertin, Cotes de Beaune etc). Beaune itself very attractive town, with lots of bars and wine shops and expensive couture...

Return trip VFR to Deauville in 90 mins with uninterrupted service from Seine then Paris Info, then across the Channel home. Just over 6hrs total flying in a twin.
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