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 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 NZ$155 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
NZ$155
28 Dec - 29 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Besancon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 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 July 2025

ibis Styles Besançon
Kyriad Pontarlier

Kyriad Pontarlier

3 out of 5
8 Rue Jean Petite Pontarlier
The price is NZ$134 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
NZ$134
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Pontarlier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (683 reviews)
Calme, très propre, et lit très confortable.

Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Kyriad Pontarlier
Les Capucins

Les Capucins

3 out of 5
20 Faubourg de Montbeliard Belfort Territory of Belfort
The price is NZ$161 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
NZ$161
22 Dec - 23 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Belfort. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Lion of Belfort and Belfort Citadel ...
9/10 Wonderful! (321 reviews)
nice boutique hotel

Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025

Les Capucins
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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 business-friendly aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Musée des Beaux-Arts ...
7.8/10 Good! (395 reviews)
It was clean and great value.

Reviewed on 5 Sept 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 aparthotel in Besancon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (786 reviews)
Pour une nuit pour couper la route parfait.

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
Charming chalet in the mountains

Charming chalet in the mountains

Saint-Laurent-En-Grandvaux Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Stay at this ski chalet in Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and ski-in/ski-out access. Popular attractions Eagle's Beak and Gorges ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (94 reviews)
Découverte du Jura avec beaucoup de plaisir!

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025

Charming chalet in the mountains
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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

Christmas Market in Montbéliard

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Christmas Market in Montbéliard during your visit to Montbeliard. Make time to visit the monuments and shops while you're in the area.

Christmas Market in Montbéliard

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

Balancier Ski Lift

You can take time to visit Balancier Ski Lift during your travels to Les Rousses. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Balancier Ski Lift

Activities

Visit and tasting at Domaine Clotilde Davenne

Chablis Tour and Tasting at Domaine Clotilde Davenne in French

NZ$37
per adult
Chablis Tour and Tasting at Domaine Clotilde Davenne in French
Private Tasting in Beaune : The Best of Burgundy Wines

Private Tasting in Beaune : The Best of Burgundy Wines

NZ$144
per adult
Private Tasting in Beaune : The Best of Burgundy Wines
Beaune: Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard

Beaune: Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard

NZ$62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Beaune: Wine Tasting at Château de Pommard
Burgundy Wines Masterclass in Dijon

Burgundy Wines Masterclass in Dijon

NZ$176
per adult
Burgundy Wines Masterclass in Dijon
Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting

Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting

NZ$23
per adult
Veuve Ambal 1.5-Hour Cellar Tour with Tasting
Private tasting of Burgundy wines in Saint Bris Le Vineux

Private tasting of Burgundy wines in Saint Bris Le Vineux

NZ$16
per adult
Private tasting of Burgundy wines in Saint Bris Le Vineux
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