Franche-Comte Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Place de la Liberte which includes a fountain and a statue or sculpture
Place de la Liberte showing a square or plaza and tropical scenes
Place de la Liberte showing a statue or sculpture, a fountain and a square or plaza
Place de la Liberte featuring cycling and a square or plaza as well as an individual male
Place de la Liberte featuring street scenes

Where to stay in Franche-Comte

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Besancon Old Town

5/5(1 area review)

Unique features of Besancon Old Town include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by Palais Granvelle or Besancon Cathedral while you're exploring the area.

Besancon Old Town
ibis Styles Besançon

ibis Styles Besançon

3 out of 5
22b Rue De Trey, Besancon, Doubs
The price is AU$170 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$170
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
À conseiller!
"Séjour agréable! Le personnel est accueillant et serviable. L’horaire de la piscine et du gym est trop restrictif."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

ibis Styles Besançon
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

3 out of 5
11 avenue Louise Michel, Besancon, Doubs
The price is AU$109 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$109
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Besancon Cathedral ...
7.8/10 Good! (364 reviews)
"It was great. Everyone was very nice and very helpful. The hotel was very affordable. No complaints."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
Kyriad Pontarlier

Kyriad Pontarlier

3 out of 5
8 Rue Jean Petite, ZAC des Grands Planchants, Pontarlier
The price is AU$119 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$119
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Pontarlier. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (653 reviews)
"La chambre sentait fortement la cigarette à mon arrivé."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2025

Kyriad Pontarlier
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Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal

3 out of 5
26 Rue Professeur Paul Milleret, Besancon, Doubs
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (743 reviews)
Another great stay
"Wonderful reception staff. Always helpful and very pleasant."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

3 out of 5
11 avenue Louise Michel, Besancon, Doubs
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Besancon Cathedral ...
7.8/10 Good! (364 reviews)
"It was great. Everyone was very nice and very helpful. The hotel was very affordable. No complaints."

Reviewed on 17 Jun. 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
Garden city Luxeuil (Ex Le Métropole et Les Thermes)

Garden city Luxeuil (Ex Le Métropole et Les Thermes)

3 out of 5
4 avenue des Termes, Luxeuil-les-Bains, Haute-Saone
Stay at this 3-star residence in Luxeuil-les-Bains. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Casino JOA de Luxeuil and Fougerolles-Saint-Valbert ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (132 reviews)
"Great place to stay! The only issue was that a previous occupant of the kitchenette apartment had fried sardines or other fish and the smell was absorbed by the curtains. We would laugh and say how much it wreaked in that room. But we still liked it."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Garden city Luxeuil (Ex Le Métropole et Les Thermes)
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Popular places to visit

Herisson Waterfalls

Herisson Waterfalls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Herisson Waterfalls during your travels in Menetrux-en-Joux. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Herisson Waterfalls
Besancon Citadel

Besancon Citadel

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Besancon when you spend time at Besancon Citadel. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Besancon Citadel

Lac de Chalain

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.

Lac de Chalain

Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall

Explore the great outdoors at Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall, a lovely green space in Villers-le-Lac. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall

Peugeot Museum of Adventure

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Peugeot Museum of Adventure during your travels in Sochaux. Find some time to visit the spas or monuments in this walkable area.

Peugeot Museum of Adventure

Lac Saint-Point

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lac Saint-Point during your travels in Les Grangettes. Amble around the area's parks or experience its entertainment choices.

Lac Saint-Point

Activities

Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience

Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience

AU$99
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
Wine cellar from 16th century

Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune Vineyards and Beaune Historical District

AU$239
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Full-Day Tour of Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune Vineyards and Beaune Historical District
Burgundy Grand Crus Route Day Tour - 14 Wines Tastings in Domains

Burgundy Grand Crus Route Day Tour - 14 Wines Tastings in Domains

AU$448
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Burgundy Grand Crus Route Day Tour - 14 Wines Tastings in Domains
Explore Dijon in 60 minutes with a Local

Explore Dijon in 60 minutes with a Local

AU$247
per adult
Explore Dijon in 60 minutes with a Local
Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break

Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break

AU$100
per adult
Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break
Private Tasting in Beaune of Burgundy Wines

Private Tasting in Beaune : The Best of Burgundy Wines

AU$124
per adult
Private Tasting in Beaune : The Best of Burgundy Wines
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