Live | Arrival of Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel in Côte-d’Or: the two heads of state are expected in Beaune – Bien Public

4:42 p.m.: The public at the rendezvous, the Franco-German couple expected in the next few minutes

According to our reporter present on site, there would be between 500 and 1,000 people in the audience.

4:40 pm: “It’s wonderful for the city of Beaune”, rejoices Pierre Bolze, first deputy

Pierre Bolze, First Deputy in the City of Beaune: “We are very happy to receive a Franco-German meeting. The last is 28 years old and we still remember the absolutely wonderful images of this meeting. It is also the last official release of Angela Merkel in France. That she chose Beaune for the theater of this visit is wonderful for the city. It is also the recognition of heritage, of wine, of everything that the city of Beaune represents and this recognition is priceless. I hope that we will be able to welcome the Chancellor a little later when she has a little more time to make an in-depth visit of our beautiful city. “

4:20 p.m .: what Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel will eat this Wednesday evening at Clos de Vougeot

The menu concocted by the Saône-et-Loirien chef Yohann Chapuis, this Wednesday evening at Clos de Vougeot, for Emmanuel Macron and Chancellor Angela Merkel will consist of typical Burgundy dishes.

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4:14 p.m .: members of the CGT gathered at Place Monge before the arrival of Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel

Protesters gathered at Place Monge in Beaune this Wednesday afternoon before the arrival of Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel. They oppose the announced sale of Vallourec to Montbard and support the employees of Aldi Marché in Beaune, some of whom have been on strike since September 23. “The goal is to be seen and to be heard, we use all the levers. What impact it will have, I don’t know. But in any case, it will be difficult to go higher, ”says Loïc Negri, CGT delegate.

3:50 p.m .: the press is also patient

At the same time, the demining teams are on site to secure the scene before the arrival of the two heads of state.

3:10 p.m.the public present despite the rain

The rain does not seem to stop the public, eager to catch a glimpse of President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel. More and more people are gathering behind the barriers.

3:05 p.m .: Rose-Marie and Catherine (Volnay): “It’s an event!”

Rose-Marie and Catherine, from Volnay: “It’s an event! As pure Burgundians, born in Volnay, such a visit is important for the region. We are there for the two characters who, whatever one thinks about it , are to be respected “.

2:45 p.m .: vehicles can no longer access Beaune city center

Since 2 p.m., the driving ban has been extended to the entire city center, and only pedestrians can move there.

2:40 p.m.: The arrival of the two heads of state attracts visitors

Sandrine, 48, and José, 53, from Saint-Rémy, came “out of curiosity, to see how this type of visit goes. The choice of Beaune is a good thing because it is a beautiful city. It” is a momentous and historic day. ” As for Steve, 50, from Napa (USA), he did not know that there was this visit. He called his wife and intends to stay and see what happens.

Finally, for Pauline, 21, from Montagny-les-Beaune: “It’s going to be impressive. I came there because Angela Merkel and Emmanuel Macron are two great international personalities. Seeing them is something we won’t have. plus the opportunity to see afterwards. “

Children are also present: Charles, Emma, ​​and Anouk, 14, as well as Clara, 16. All Beaunois: “We came to see the President and the Chancellor. It’s incredible that such a visit is happening in Beaune! It doesn’t happen every day! It’s funny.”

2:35 p.m.: Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel are expected at Dijon-Bourgogne airport in the middle of the afternoon

This Wednesday afternoon, the President of the Republic Emmanuel Macron, the Federal Chancellor of Germany Angela Merkel and their respective spouses, Brigitte Macron and Joachim Sauer, will be visiting Côte-d’Or. The two couples must land at Dijon-Bourgogne airport before going to Place de la Halle in Beaune around 5 p.m. A visit to a city “whose historical monuments and wine culture illustrate the richness of French heritage” according to the Élysée.

They should first of all greet the residents who will be behind the barriers installed on site, before a passage at Place Carnot and, if the timing is right, at the bookstore. The Athenaeum and at the Wine Market.

A visit, a decoration, an enthronement and a meal at the Château du Clos Vougeot

They will then visit the famous Hospices de Beaune together at the end of the afternoon, before heading for the Grands Crus route. They are indeed expected at the Château du Clos Vougeot shortly before 7 p.m., where the Republican welcome and the enthronement of the two heads of state in the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin will take place.

On this occasion, the pianist Alexandre Kantorow will give a recital in the “cellar” room where he will perform in particular the sonata n ° 3 for piano by the German composer, pianist and conductor Johannes Brahms.

Finally, Emmanuel Macron will present the insignia of the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor to Angela Merkel for her last official visit abroad, before a dinner in honor of the Chancellor which should be held at 8:30 p.m.

2:30 p.m .: Hello and welcome to this direct dedicated to the visit of President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Angela Merkel to Côte-d’Or, more specifically to Beaune and Vougeot.