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Besançon

Attractions in Besançon

Sights, markets, museums and nights out in Besançon, with our top choices first and then the places readers open most.

8 places

Museum Of Times

MuseumMuseum Of Times

Stone archway and buildings under a dramatic sky

Sightporte Noire

Astronomical clock

Historic siteAstronomical clock

brown brick house near green trees during daytime

SightUrinoir Hôtel de Ville

brown concrete building near green grass field during daytime

MuseumMuseum of Fine Arts and Archeology of Besançon

Victor Hugo Birthplace

MuseumVictor Hugo Birthplace

Citadelle de Besançon

LandmarkBesançon Citadel

SightCathédrale St-Jean

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