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 Besancon Cathedral or Besancon Citadel 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$184 per night from 10 July to 11 July
AU$184
10 July - 11 July
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! (995 reviews)
"Good, but not great. No coffee maker."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2024

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$106 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$106
6 July - 7 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! (359 reviews)
"Nice small kitchen"

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
3 out of 5
26 Rue Professeur Paul Milleret, Besancon, Doubs
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The price is AU$108 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$108
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (722 reviews)
Another great stay
"Wonderful reception staff. Always helpful and very pleasant."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
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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! (359 reviews)
"Nice small kitchen"

Reviewed on 24 Jan. 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
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! (722 reviews)
Another great stay
"Wonderful reception staff. Always helpful and very pleasant."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
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

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

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

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

Activities

Wine cellar from 16th century

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

AU$234
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$439
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Burgundy Grand Crus Route Day Tour - 14 Wines Tastings in Domains
Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience

Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience

AU$97
per adult
Dijon: La Cave du Palais Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
Picture 2 for Activity Small group Afternoon in Côte de Nuits

Small group Afternoon in Côte de Nuits

AU$184
per adult
Small group Afternoon in Côte de Nuits
Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break

Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break

AU$98
per adult
Dijon City Tour : Highlights Tour with Gourmet Break
Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting

Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting

AU$18
per adult
Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting
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