Which place is cheaper, Dijon or Peniche?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Peniche or Dijon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Peniche and Dijon can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Peniche or Dijon?
Peniche
Peniche is a beach destination with many attractions for travelers. First, the raging sea and the lay of the land make this a popular surfing destination. The best of many supreme beaches is Praia dos Supertubos, which has a tubular wave fit for big time international events. Peniche has also been a port since the Early Modern Age, when a fort was constructed to defend it. This monument has an absorbing history, first as a maritime defense and then a prison during the Estado Novo regime in the 20th century. The walled historic center makes for pleasant strolling, and the seaside fort where Salazar's regime detained political prisoners is a must-see for anyone interested in Portuguese history. Artisan lovers will enjoy Peniche's specialty, handmade lace, and it is even possible to see the lace-work in action. And on top of everything, Peniche also has the Berlingas Islands, a natural reserve off the coast, which are well worth a visit.
Dijon
Dijon is a city in eastern France, capital of the Cote-d'Or department and of the Bourgogne-Franche-Comte region. Archaeological finds in this area date back to the Neolithic period, but Dijon later became a Roman settlement before later becoming home to the Dukes of Burgundy between the 11th and 15th centuries. Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power, one of the great European centers of art, learning and science. The city has retained varied architectural styles from many of the main periods of the past millennium, including Capetian, Gothic, and Renaissance. Many still-inhabited town houses in the city's central district date from the 18th century and earlier. Dijon is famous for Dijon mustard which originated in 1856, when Jean Naigeon of Dijon substituted verjuice, the acidic green juice of not-quite-ripe grapes, for vinegar in the traditional mustard recipe. Dijon is one of France's most appealing cities. Filled with elegant medieval and Renaissance buildings, the lively center is wonderful for strolling, especially if you like to mix your cultural enrichment with excellent food, fine wine and shopping.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Portugal, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Portugal, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to France, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPeniche €122Dijon €153
The average daily cost (per person) in Peniche is €122, while the average daily cost in Dijon is €153. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Peniche and Dijon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPeniche €50Dijon €80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPeniche €100Dijon €160
Compare Hotels in Peniche and Dijon
Looking for a hotel in Peniche or Dijon? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Peniche Hotel Prices and Dijon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Peniche €53Dijon €36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Peniche
Also for Peniche, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lisbon: Transfer from/to Peniche (Wave Capital): $128
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dijon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dijon:
- 2 Hour Private Tour of Dijon - with Hotel Transfer: $427
Is it cheaper to fly into Peniche or Dijon?
Prices for flights to both Dijon and Peniche change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayPeniche €41Dijon €48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Peniche €19Dijon €25
Tours and Activities in Peniche
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Peniche.
- From 1-Hour Cabo Carvoeiro Boat Tour: $16
- Private Walking Tour - Footsteps of Our People: $21
- From Round-Trip Boat Tour of Berlengas Archipelago: $24
- Berlenga Island and Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Roundtrip and Glass-Bottom Boat Cave Tour: $33
- Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour: $36
- Peniche : Walking Tour: $37
- Traction Buoy or Banana Boat Adventure: $43
- Berlengas Island Caves Tour and Snorkeling: $44
- Mountain Bike Tour: $53
- Private Jeep Tour + Tasting Offer: $53
- From Lisbon: Berlenga Grande Sightseeing Tour: $134
Tours and Activities in Dijon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dijon are as follows:
- Best of Burgundy Private Tasting Tour - Premier & Grand Crus: $1,273
- DIJON : Private Walking Tour: $176
- Dijon : City Walking Tour with Audio Guide (Office Tourisme): $7.49
- Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break: $60
- Dijon Private Guided Walking Tour: $294
- Dijon private guided city tour: $383
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour through the City: $5.99
- Bike tour and Tastings in the Vineyards of Burgundy: $71
- City Tour with a French-speaking Guide: $13
- Historic Guided Walking Tour: $384
- E-bike Burgundy day tour, tastings & lunch from Beaune or Dijon: $240
- Half Day Tour of the Cote de Nuits Vineyards from Dijon: $97
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPeniche €12Dijon €29
Sample the Local Flavors in Dijon
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Dijon:
- ✨ Masterclass Chardonnay - Wine tasting in Dijon : $37
- Chardonnay Masterclass - Wine tasting in Dijon: $38
- Pinot Noir Masterclass - Wine tasting in Dijon: $38
- Cheese and Burgundy Wine Tasting Workshop: $48
- Wine Tasting Workshop with Tastings: $48
- La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience: $59
- Bike Tour with Gourmet Food and Wine Tasting: $66
- Small-Group Burgundy Tour with Wine Tastings from Dijon: $74
- Small group Burgundy tour of Beaune with Wine Tasting from Dijon: $95
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Peniche and Dijon, we can see that Dijon is more expensive. And not only is Peniche much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Peniche would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Peniche and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Dijon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dijon than you might in Peniche.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Peniche Expensive? and Is Dijon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Peniche or Dijon?
Dijon has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Peniche. When comparing the sizes of Peniche and Dijon, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Peniche or Dijon?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Peniche or Dijon in the Summer?
Both Dijon and Peniche during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Dijon because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Peniche is generally around the same temperature as Dijon. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 23°C (73°F), and Dijon fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Dijon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Peniche. In the summer, Peniche often gets more sunshine than Dijon. Peniche gets 352 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dijon receives 266 hours of full sun.
Peniche usually gets less rain in July than Dijon. Peniche gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Dijon receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPeniche 23°C (73°F)Dijon 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Dijon in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Peniche and Dijon. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Dijon this time of year.
Peniche is a little warmer than Dijon in the autumn. The daily temperature in Peniche averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Dijon fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Peniche, it's very sunny this time of the year. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Dijon during autumn. Peniche gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Dijon receives 121 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Peniche usually receives more rain than Dijon. Peniche gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Dijon receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPeniche 19°C (66°F)Dijon 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Dijon in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Peniche as well as Dijon. Also, many travelers come to Dijon for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Dijon. In the winter, Peniche is much warmer than Dijon. Typically, the winter temperatures in Peniche in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Dijon averages at about 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Peniche often gets more sunshine than Dijon. Peniche gets 144 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Dijon receives 53 hours of full sun.
Peniche receives a lot of rain in the winter. Peniche usually gets more rain in January than Dijon. Peniche gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Dijon receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPeniche 12°C (53°F)Dijon 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Peniche or Dijon in the Spring?
Both Dijon and Peniche are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Dijon in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Peniche is generally a little warmer than Dijon. Daily temperatures in Peniche average around 16°C (60°F), and Dijon fluctuates around 11°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Peniche. Peniche usually receives more sunshine than Dijon during spring. Peniche gets 235 hours of sunny skies, while Dijon receives 178 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Peniche usually receives more rain than Dijon. Peniche gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Dijon receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPeniche 16°C (60°F)Dijon 11°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Dijon and Peniche
| Peniche | Dijon | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 14°C (58°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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