Visit Besancon
Where to stay in Besancon
Besancon Old Town
Unique features of Besancon Old Town include the river views and restaurants. Make a stop by Besancon Cathedral or Besancon Citadel while you're exploring the area.
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Popular places to visit
Besancon Citadel
Learn about the local history of Besancon with a stop at Besancon Citadel. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
University of Franche-Comte
Explore the campus of University of Franche-Comte, during your travels in Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Jean Minjoz Hospital
Though Jean Minjoz Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Saint-François d'Assise while you are here.
Besancon Cathedral
You can learn about the history of Besancon when you stop by Besancon Cathedral. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Micropolis Conference Center
You can enjoy a show at Micropolis Conference Center during your stay in Besancon. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.
Citadel of Besancon
You can find out about the history of Besancon when you stop by Citadel of Besancon. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply enjoy its restaurants.
- Besancon Citadel
- University of Franche-Comte
- Jean Minjoz Hospital
- Besancon Cathedral
- Micropolis Conference Center
- Citadel of Besancon
- Parc Micaud
- Hotel de Ville
- Palais Granvelle
- Time museum of Besançon
- City of Arts
- Place du 8 Septembre
- House of the Lumière Brothers
- Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie
- House of Victor Hugo
- Musée d'Histoire Naturelle
- Horloge Astronomique
- Musée Comtois
- Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon
- Pelote Tower
- Cathédrale St-Jean
- Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation