Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Travel Guide

France

A vineyard with rows of grapevines.
A historic church with twin towers and a central archway, surrounded by brick pathways and colorful planters.
A narrow cobblestone alley with historic half-timbered buildings, a stone wall, and a gravel ground.
Four ancient pottery pieces displayed indoors with sunlight casting shadows on the wall.
The Arc de Triomphe in Paris, surrounded by historic buildings and people walking around.

Popular cities in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

A historic church with multiple spires and arched windows.
Dijon
Known for Gardens, Sightseeing and Cathedrals
See churches, palaces and remnants from the Roman Empire in the birthplace of a world-famous mustard.

Reasons to visit

  • Dijon Cathedral
  • Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
  • Liberation Square
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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, featuring wrought iron balconies and a lush green tree.
Beaune
Known for Historical, Wineries and Biking
Go on a wine discovery trip through the vineyards of this ancient town in one of France’s great winemaking regions. Visit a medieval hospital and a Romanesque cathedral.

Reasons to visit

  • Hospices de Beaune
  • Burgundy Wine Museum
  • Marche Aux Vins Winery
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A street with shops, including a yellow storefront with 'brairie' signage, and a building with 'LUNAIRE' signage.
Mâcon
Known for Rivers, Swimming and Trendy
Inhabited since the Roman invasion of Gaul, the picturesque threshold to Southern Burgundy abounds with history, architecture and lovely wines.

Reasons to visit

  • Pont Saint-Laurent
  • Musée Lamartine
  • Eglise Saint-Pierre
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A river winding through a town surrounded by hills, with a prominent hill in the center.
Besancon
Known for Museums, Universities and Business
Hidden away from the country’s busy tourist hubs, the capital of the district of Franche-Comté has an enthralling citadel and one of the oldest museums in France.

Reasons to visit

  • Besancon Citadel
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A narrow medieval street with half-timbered buildings, a café, and a bar.
Chalon-sur-Saone
Known for Cheese, Business and Wineries
The hometown of the photograph is full of an infectious energy and historic half-timbered houses, making it one of France’s most pleasant towns for an urban stroll.

Reasons to visit

  • Chalon Cathedral
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A river with a bridge, a large historic building, and a tower.
Auxerre
Known for Rivers, Cathedrals and Biking
Explore quaint Auxerre: its monuments, riverfront, theatre and more!
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Stay near popular Bourgogne-Franche-Comté attractions

A coastal town with a large lake, a beach, and a parking lot.

Lac de Chalain

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lac de Chalain during your travels in Fontenu. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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