Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular cities in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Dijon
Known for Gardens, Sightseeing and Cathedrals
See churches, palaces and remnants from the Roman Empire in the birthplace of a world-famous mustard.
Reasons to visit
- Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy
- Liberation Square
- Dijon Cathedral
Beaune
Known for Historical, Wineries and Biking
Go on a wine discovery trip through the vineyards of this ancient town in one of France’s great winemaking regions. Visit a medieval hospital and a Romanesque cathedral.
Reasons to visit
- Hospices de Beaune
- Burgundy Wine Museum
- Marche Aux Vins Winery
Besancon
Known for Museums, Universities and Business
Hidden away from the country’s busy tourist hubs, the capital of the district of Franche-Comté has an enthralling citadel and one of the oldest museums in France.
Reasons to visit
- Besancon Citadel
Chalon-sur-Saone
Known for Cheese, Business and Wineries
The hometown of the photograph is full of an infectious energy and historic half-timbered houses, making it one of France’s most pleasant towns for an urban stroll.
Reasons to visit
- Chalon Cathedral
Cities in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Dijon
See churches, palaces and remnants from the Roman Empire in the birthplace of a world-famous mustard.
Beaune
Go on a wine discovery trip through the vineyards of this ancient town in one of France’s great winemaking regions. Visit a medieval hospital and a Romanesque cathedral.
Besancon
Hidden away from the country’s busy tourist hubs, the capital of the district of Franche-Comté has an enthralling citadel and one of the oldest museums in France.
Mâcon
Inhabited since the Roman invasion of Gaul, the picturesque threshold to Southern Burgundy abounds with history, architecture and lovely wines.
