Burgundy-Franche-Comté

Burgundy-Franche-Comté is a region bursting with riches. From the wine-growing hillsides of Burgundy to the mountains of the Jura, via the rivers and lakes of Franche-Comté, it offers visitors a breathtaking diversity of landscapes. Add to this cities full of charm and history, renowned gastronomy and numerous outdoor activities, and you have an ideal vacation destination. Discover in this article what Burgundy-Franche-Comté has to offer for an unforgettable vacation.

Burgundy is world-famous for its exceptional wines. Vineyards stretch for miles, offering a hilly, colorful landscape. The Route des Grands Crus, through the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits, is an unmissable route for enjoying these wine panoramas and tasting some of the world's most prestigious wines. In Franche-Comté, the Jura mountains dominate the landscape. Hiking, trekking, skiing and mountain biking are just some of the activities you can enjoy to admire these wooded peaks, steep cliffs, waterfalls and glacial lakes.

The region is also home to towns full of character, whose historical, cultural and architectural heritage will delight lovers of art and history. Dijon, with its rich medieval past and heritage from the golden age of the Dukes of Burgundy, is a charming city with half-timbered houses, cobbled streets and the imposing Palais des Ducs. Besançon, nestled in a loop of the Doubs river, is a city of art and history, whose citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, offers a breathtaking view of the city. Nevers, on the banks of the Loire, is famous for its ducal palace, cathedral and earthenware crafts. Belfort, with its monumental lion, castle and old city, is a stopover on the Jura route.

Burgundy-Franche-Comté offers a wide choice of outdoor activities to make the most of its landscapes. Cycling on the quiet roads of the Vineyards of Burgundy, along the Burgundy Canal or on the mountain trails of the Jura. Water sports in Franche-Comté's lakes and rivers, perfect for canoeing, rafting, fishing or swimming. Last but not least, you can enjoy Hiking on the many signposted footpaths, from the vineyard trails of Burgundy to the mountain trails of the Jura.

The Jura is a 4-season vacation destination. The diversity of its landscapes and the richness of its natural and cultural heritage make it a destination full of resources and unexpected discoveries. Discover the pristine lakes hidden between mountains and valleys. Hiking, biking, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in the Parc Naturel Régional du Haut-Jura. Admire Les Cascades du Hérisson with its 31 jumps, including l'Eventail, a vertiginous 65-meter waterfall. Stroll through Baume-les-Messieurs and Château-Chalon, France's most beautiful villages, and taste the famous Vin Jaune, not forgetting a little detour to Poligny, the Comté capital, Arbois and its Vineyard, and Salins les Bains, a spa town with its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grande Saline.

The Nièvre, this little nugget, is a haven of peace for nature and history lovers. Discover the banks of the Loire, with its beaches, swimming, fishing and canoeing. Explore the Morvan Regional Nature Park, with its dense forests, hidden lakes and rolling hills. Don't miss the 170 km-long Canal du Nivernais, lined with beautiful meadows, castles and picturesque cities. During your stay, visit Nevers on the banks of the Loire and its Renaissance Ducal Palace, La Charité-sur-Loire, a UNESCO World Heritage site, with its imposing priory church, and the Château de Bazoches, Vauban's former residence.

Between valleys, mountains, vineyards and picturesque waterways, Saône-et-Loire invites every holidaymaker to immerse themselves in the pure beauty of nature. The Charolais-Brionnais with its green meadows, herds of white cows and Romanesque churches, the Mâconnais and its capital Macon offer a unique blend of wine-growing hills, limestone cliffs and forests, the 120 km long Voie Verte, an attractive path for cyclists, hikers and even horseback riders, winds through vineyards, meadows, wooded hills and charming villages. The Canal du Centre, linking the Saône to the Loire, is lined with charming villages and vineyards.

Nestled between Alsace, Franche-Comté and Switzerland, the Territoire de Belfort offers a mosaic of landscapes! Head for the Vosges du Sud, a mountain range with exceptional panoramic views, descend to the lakes of Perches and Alfeld, real natural gems, let yourself be seduced by the Savoureuse, a river with an evocative name that winds through woods, towns and villages, and finally the Plan d'Eau de Malsaucy, a natural area that hosts the Eurockéennes festival. Don't miss the Citadelle de Belfort, the old town of Belfort and the Fort de la Miotte.

Between peaceful rivers, lush forests, rolling hills and picturesque Vineyards, theYonne invites you to relax and recharge your batteries. The Pays de Puisaye-Forterre is a land of forests and ponds, offering a variety of wild, unspoilt landscapes. The hilly Collines de l'Auxerrois offers a panorama of vineyards, sunflower fields and picturesque villages. The Vallée de la Cure, surrounded by cliffs and woods, is home to exceptional sites such as the Grottes d'Arcy. The 242 km Canal de Bourgogne links the Yonne and Saône rivers through a peaceful, green landscape. Its banks are ideal for long bike rides.