Starting a tourism business

Are you an economic player or a project owner in the tourism, culture or leisure sectors? Our expertise and network are at your service to turn your ideas into success.

• Why work with us?
  Recognized expertise: With its many years of experience, the Office de Tourisme du Grand Chalon is a key player in the development and promotion of tourism in the region. We understand local dynamics and the expectations of both French and international visitors.
  A solid network: By working with us, you gain access to a wide network of local, regional and national partners, enabling us to provide you with optimum support in implementing your projects.

The development of local tourism players is a priority for the Office de Tourisme du Grand Chalon. It’s this network of players that gives structure to the region and enables us to offer a range of services adapted to visitor demand. We try to create new tourist itineraries every year (pedestrian, cyclo-tourist….) to enrich our overall offer.

For all your tourism projects, including the opening of furnished accommodation, make an appointment with us and we’ll support you according to your needs (networking, studies, figures, tourism observatory, etc.).

We provide support for players wishing to develop their activities in Greater Chalon:

On-demand digital support (website creation, facebook, customer relationship management, loyalty)

Installation of secure wifi solutions for tourist accommodation providers

If you have any questions, please contact us on 03 85 48 37 97.

Our tourist office is classified in category I and has been awarded the @Qualité Tourisme label. There are many quality labels in the tourism industry. We are also certified to classify meublés de tourisme in the Greater Chalon area, enabling us to promote local accommodation and ensure a high level of quality.

We can help you discover these different labels and assist you in obtaining them. It’s important to get to know them before you embark on your adventure, so that you can integrate these criteria into the work or creation of your project.

We organize press events and eductours to highlight the attractions of our region to journalists and influencers, creating positive media spin-offs and increased visibility. Our active participation in trade shows and regional groups enables us to forge strong links with strategic partners and promote our destination to a diverse audience.

Our group services, whether for organized tours or corporate seminars, also contribute to boosting the appeal of Grand Chalon. By offering personalized, high-quality experiences, it ensures that every group leaves with memorable souvenirs and a desire to return.

The Tourist Office plays a crucial role in disseminating tourist information and promoting partnerships within Grand Chalon. By overseeing the creation and distribution of brochures and other promotional materials, it ensures that each publication is both informative and attractive. Collaboration with local partners is essential to ensure consistency and relevance of content, while strengthening links with local players.

Managing the regional tourist information system (Décibelles Data) is another key aspect of her role. By ensuring that data is regularly and accurately updated, it guarantees that visitors have access to the most up-to-date and relevant information. This approach not only enhances the tourist experience, but also provides service providers with valuable information to adapt and optimize their offerings. All this is complemented by our website, mobile app, social networks, newsletters…

All the photos in this folder (Google Photos) are free of charge and royalty-free, and have been taken by the Tourist Office. You can use them to illustrate your articles, newspapers, journalistic or tourism websites.

To appear on our digital tools and online brochures: it’s easy and free. There’s just one condition: update your listing on the regional Décibelles Data* database (but we’ll be there to guide you).
As tourism professionals, you contribute to the richness of our region’s tourism offering, and are its ambassadors.
For our part, we offer you personalized support and promote your business.
Together, we’re stronger.