Franche-Comte Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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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 Hotel de Ville or Besancon Cathedral while you're exploring the area.

Besancon Old Town
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Arnans

While visiting Arnans, you might make a stop by sights like Lac de Nantua and Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent.

Arnans
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Saint-Maurice d'Echazeaux

While visiting Saint-Maurice d'Echazeaux, you might make a stop by sights like Lac de Nantua and Lac de Vouglans.

Saint-Maurice d'Echazeaux
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
3 out of 5
26 Rue Professeur Paul Milleret, Besancon, Doubs
The price is NZ$108 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$108
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Besançon Loop Trail and Micropolis ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)
"Kindness of staff Breakfast was delicious"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2023

Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
ibis Styles Besançon
ibis Styles Besançon
3 out of 5
22b Rue De Trey, Besancon, Doubs
The price is NZ$153 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
NZ$153
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
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! (984 reviews)
"Excellent service at the front desk. Perfect size room for our family, with a quiet night's sleep."

Reviewed on 16 Sep. 2023

ibis Styles Besançon
Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
4 out of 5
3 Avenue Edouard-droz, Besancon, Doubs
The price is NZ$140 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$140
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Parc Micaud and Place ...
7.4/10 Good! (355 reviews)
Health and Safety
"Room was large, clean, bed comfy, only concern I had was a health and safety issue, the window in our room on the 7th floor was large and opened all the way (I do have a photo), very concerned about the safety aspect of this, especially if children use that room."

Reviewed on 30 Aug. 2023

Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
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Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
3 out of 5
26 Rue Professeur Paul Milleret, Besancon, Doubs
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Besançon Loop Trail and Micropolis ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (642 reviews)
"Kindness of staff Breakfast was delicious"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2023

Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts du Chazal
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences La City
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences La City
3 out of 5
11 avenue Louise Michel, Besancon, Doubs
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Besancon Cathedral ...
7.8/10 Good! (314 reviews)
Nice hotel
"Great hotel and friendly service. Breakfast was good and only a short walk to the main part of town."

Reviewed on 21 Sep. 2023

Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences La City
Professional house
Professional house
Besançon
Stay at this vacation home in Besancon. Enjoy a garden, an in-room coffeemaker, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Besançon Loop Trail and Micropolis Conference ...
5/10 (4 reviews)
Séjour correct, défauts à revoir
"Nous avons passé un bon séjour une fois sur place. Nous avons apprécié certains matériels à disposition : machine à laver, lave vaisselle, congélateurs, la cuisine spacieuse, ainsi que la terrasse près de la piscine (mais attention quelques lames cassées dangereuses). A revoir : beaucoup de choses ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2023

Professional house
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Popular places to visit

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CERN

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Visit a pioneering research facility to see the huge apparatus that is helping scientists look back to the dawn of time.

CERN
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United Nations European Headquarters

4/5(18 reviews)

Admire echoing chambers, symbolic murals and expansive gardens while you tour one of the world’s most important institutions.

United Nations European Headquarters
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City Center Shopping Area

During your visit to Geneva, you can search for that perfect souvenir at City Center Shopping Area. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

City Center Shopping Area
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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
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Rue du Rhône

During your visit to Geneva, you can do some window-shopping at Rue du Rhône. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Rue du Rhône
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Patek Philippe Watch Museum

Browse the collection of antique watches and pick up insights into the evolution of one of Switzerland's most famous industries.

Patek Philippe Watch Museum

Activities

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Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting

NZ$18
Per adult
Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting
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Sancerre & Pouilly-Fumé Wine Tour with Local Goats' Cheese and the River Loire

NZ$317
Per adult
Sancerre & Pouilly-Fumé Wine Tour with Local Goats' Cheese and the River Loire
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The Private Tasting

NZ$165
Per adult
The Private Tasting
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Exquisite Wines Tasting Chateau Pommard, Chablis Small-Group trip

NZ$694
Per adult
Exquisite Wines Tasting Chateau Pommard, Chablis Small-Group trip
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Small Group Burgundy Chablis Day Trip with 3 wineries visit

NZ$413
Per adult
Small Group Burgundy Chablis Day Trip with 3 wineries visit
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Private Full Day Tour Unesco

NZ$1,635
Per adult
Private Full Day Tour Unesco
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