MUSEUM OF MODERN ART - DONATION MAURITIUS JARDOT
Museum of modern art located in Belfort presenting a hundred paintings, ...Read more
STING CASCADE
Underground river of Baume, where the waterfall of the Dard flows over ...Read more
CONSTABLE'S HAT
Read moreThe lacets road connecting Saint-Claude to Septmoncel allows to admire a geological fold, of which the form so special, recalls a bicorne, the emblematic couvre couvre napoleonic napoleonic. This natural curiosity, on which a waterfall is formed in rainy times, is visible on your left, when you climb towards Septmoncel. A small car park is set up on your right, facing the Chapeau de Gendarme, to allow you to observe it more closely. For sportsmen, nature lovers or those whose stomach does not appreciate lacets turns, it is possible to access them by following a hiking circuit from Saint-Claude or Septmoncel (duration: from 1 h to 6 h 30 depending on the course chosen). On your way you can also discover the waterfalls of the.
THE CHAILLUZ FOREST
Read morePromenons us in the woods… It borders the city on the north-west side and extends from its proud trees to 1 673 ha. Complete health course, area of attraction of the Main Barracks (parking, shelters, playgrounds, hiking trails) and a zoo area (a water point, nest park…) are all guarantees of change and green. Finally, on the roads, or on the stone roads, offer a forest trip about 1 h 15, in the heart of the Massif forest, every Sunday, starting from the Main barracks.
GUSTAVE COURBET MUSEUM
Musée Gustave Courbet, located in Ornans, presents the artist's biography ...Read more
THE GREEN FLOW
Bicycle path located on the banks of the canal, one of the most pleasant ...Read more
SAINT CHRISTOPHER CATHEDRAL
Read moreThe church Saint-Christophe became a cathedral in 1979 and set its classic facade of rose sandstone on the Place de'in the old heart of Belfort. Classified Historic Monument since 1930, it was built in record time from 1726 to 1750, thanks to popular generosity. Inside, all the sculptures are franc artist Antoine Cupillard. You can also admire the paintings of the Belfortain painter Gustave Dauphin. The large organs, works by Valtrin de Mirecourt, were built in 1749. They are among the most beautiful organs of France and their exceptional acoustics give rise to concerts. The South and West sides were restored in 2004-05 and 2006-07. After the work on the North and East façades, the rehabilitation of the North Tower is under consideration.
THE ASTRONOMICAL CLOCK
Read moreBuilt by Auguste Lucien Vérité, at the request of Archbishop Mathieu, in the 19th century, the Besançon astronomical clock is a small jewel of technicality and precision. More than 30,000 parts, 11 movements, 57 dials providing more than 122 interdependent indications, on the calendar, moon phases, eclipses, tides... Depending on the time and date, the clock comes to life in a mechanical broom and reveals small scenes inspired by the Bible before your eyes, including at noon the resurrection of Christ.
THE CITADELLA
A surprising and majestic 11-hectare site to discover on a tour with a ...Read more
GENTLE PARK
Discover a leisure park in Belfort with sports facilities, playgrounds and ...Read more
THE POWDER CHASM
Natural chasm accessible during a guided tour of Etalans, the ideal place ...Read more
SCIENCE PAVILION
Superb park with more than a hundred botanical varieties in the center of ...Read more
PATH OF THE REED BED OF THE FORGES POND
The Roselière trail is a living museum of wetland flora and fauna.Read more
TACOT MUSEUM
Read moreFor more than 50 years, from 1900 to 1953, this small regional train went through the Doubs countryside by all the time. We can travel in the past through all kinds of objects: models, time tickets, photos, press clippings, a dummy with a controller suit, the ticket desk where the travel tickets are issued… The place is both picturesque, outdated and a dusty strand but it is part of the discovery of the old métrique railway with pleasure. In addition, the people who take care of this museum are truly passionate, they will be happy to share their knowledge with you.
KURSAAL
Read moreThe presence of a kursaal (holiday room for the curistes of the water towns) in Besançon shows quite well the Germanic influence of the neighbouring regions and recalls that the city was once a thermal destination. Built in 1892, the Kursaal now hosts theatre and film programming, balls, fashion shows… in a charming showroom.
OSSEL CAVE
Cave with a gallery through which a river flows, containing limestone ...Read more
MUSEUM OF FEEDING MACHINES AND RUNNING THE WORLD
Museum featuring cars, farm machinery, locomotives, boats, airplanes and a ...Read more
THE SCHOOL OF YESTERYEAR
Museum-school that will bring back memories to some in Château-Chalon.Read more
HOLY-JUST CHURCH
Visit a church to admire its nave and side aisles, typical of Burgundian ...Read more
THE ENGLISH GARDEN
The English Garden is a three-hectare enclave of greenery that also houses ...Read more
OFFICE DE TOURISME HAUT-JURA SAINT-CLAUDE
Tourist office offering an opportunity to discover the treasures of the ...Read more
FORTIFICATIONS
Read moreThanks to its fortifications, since 2008 Besançon has been registered as A UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now part of the «Vauban Major Sites Network», with 18 buildings to discover through the city. In addition to the famous citadel, the forts and vestiges of ramparts testify to the importance of the city fortifications. The different bastions are positioned around the loop of Doubs, thus forming a parade against any possible attack. Finally on the heights of the Battant quarter and the Station, other buildings allowed to take up the height to monitor the city. A hiking route map is available at the tourist office.
POLAR SPACE
This innovative and unique space is dedicated to culture and leisure in the ...Read more
BOAT "LE VAUBAN
This pretty boat-promenade with a beautiful terrace on the roof allows to ...Read more
THE APOTHECARY'S OF THE HOSPITAL SAINT-JACQUES
Museum with two open rooms: the apothecary and the preparation room, ...Read more
THE STARS OF BESANÇON
Vedettes offering guided cruises to discover the city of Besançon, ...Read more
OFFICE DE TOURISME DU PAYS DE SAINT-AMOUR
This tourist office reveals the heritage secrets of its villages and the ...Read more
LAKE OF CHALAIN
Read moreBeach authorized for 2 kilometers on the north shore of Lake Chalain and managed by Chalain Nature association.
MONT D'OR CHEESE DAIRY
A renowned cheese dairy with daily tours for the public to watch the cheese ...Read more
FAR FROM THE BOARDS
The 245 m-high limestone cliffs of Planches-près-Arbois are listed as a ...Read more
ARLAY CASTLE
Neoclassical castle in Arlay, where you can discover magnificent rooms, ...Read more
LEISURE CENTRE
Read moreOn the edge of Lake Vaivre, west of the city. Green walks, windsurfing, volleyball, badminton. Various entertainment, pizzeria-bar-bar, camping, youth hostel and fitness centre. Access via the D 13, Route road.
GUIDED TOURS IN POLIGNY
Tourist office offering many guided tours in July and August, to discover ...Read more
BOXWOOD CHAPEL GAZEBO
Read moreJust a few kilometres from Besançon, this exceptional view of the Franc Chapel is located in the hamlet of the Buis Chapel, on horseback on Fontain, Morre and Boucle. This lookout on the crest of St. Stephen Hill is approximately 500 metres high. So the Bisontins come there on the big summer heats to find a fresh breeze. After a little tour in the hamlet, you can quietly visit our Buis Lady Chapel before pushing to the lookout. Next, we will stop at Notre-Dame de la Libération, a small church built in a former fort in the aftermath of the Second World War in memory of the Bisontins and Bisontines victims of the conflict. A statue of more than 7 metres overlooks the panorama and the small church. Between contemplation, historic walk and point of view, the pretexts for making this walk are numerous.
BOISSELLERIE MUSEUM
Museum allowing to discover the art of making boxes, cases, skis, or clock ...Read more
THE GARDEN OF THE SENSES
A garden to stimulate our five senses through the choice of plants, to help ...Read more
PARKS AND GARDENS
Parks and gardens in Besançon, perfect for pleasant walks and family ...Read more
MAISON DU TOURISME CHAMPAGNOLE NOZEROY JURA
Tourism house offering all the necessary information to organize your stay ...Read more
L. PASTEUR'S BIRTHPLACE
This house is a museum dedicated to Louis Pasteur, with showcases and ...Read more
JURA TOURISME
Tourist office offering a wide choice of holidays and accommodation, with ...Read more
HISTORY MUSEUM AND BARTHOLDI SPACE
Museum of history and Bartholdi space, located in Belfort, gathering a set ...Read more
CLUSE AND WATERFALLS OF THE FLUMEN
Read moreFrom Saint-Claude, take the direction of Geneva, Septmoncel, and then Du municipal camping. In the hamlet Le Martinet you can park on the small square of the village or follow the sign on the left towards the Gorges gorges and park a few hundred meters further, on a small, improvised parking. There are various marked trails (from easy to very, very sporty). You can opt for the Tour de la Gorges, the Cascades Promenade, the White Rock Belvedere or the Chapeau de chapeau de De. Count from a. m. to a. m. on the route chosen. The Flumen is a tributary of Parr and the waterfalls are outbreaks. They plunge into a preserved circus, classified as a natural heritage of national interest. They are accessible through a unique path: Make good shoes and count 1 hours round round. In summer, in warm weather or summer, the site is fresh and pleasant, as bordered by the forest. Practicable in any season, however, we advise you to carry out Cascades walk after rain or in winter when it freezes. It is simply splendid.
PONYTAIL CASCADE
Waterfall of the Queue de Cheval, about 60 m, offering a very accessible ...Read more
OFFICE DE TOURISME ET DES CONGRÈS
Tourist office in the historical center of Besançon to guide you in the ...Read more
WATCH MUSEUM
The watch museum presents a collection of several hundred pieces and traces ...Read more
MONT-VAUDOIS FORT
A fort forming the south-western pillar of Belfort's new fortified belt, ...Read more
HOTEL BEURNIER-ROSSEL MUSEUM
A museum providing detailed information on the history and development of ...Read more
TEMPLE AND GALLERY OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
Read moreA building that underwent numerous transformations during the th, th, th and th centuries. A former hospice of the Holy Spirit, the church has become a Protestant temple since 1842. In his courtyard you can admire a beautiful wooden gallery finished in the early th century.
SYNAGOGUE
Read moreLocated along the quays, this architectural ensemble looks after its impressive appearance. Works by the architect Marnotte (1869), he is of néomauresque style and endowed with an affirmed orientalism. You will admire the finesse of the sculptures and decorations of the four facades punctuated by pillars and narrow openings.