Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, Administrative region in eastern France
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is an administrative region in eastern France that brings together eight departments between vineyards and mountain ranges. The territory stretches from the vine-covered slopes of Burgundy to the forested heights of the Jura, linking contrasting landscapes.
The two former regions of Burgundy and Franche-Comté were merged on January 1, 2016, through a territorial reform. This reorganization brought together historically separate territories into a single administrative unit.
Local administration operates from two centers: the government quarter sits in Dijon, while the parliamentary building has its seat in Besançon. Visitors can see the different administrative buildings in both cities and experience two regional capitals with distinct identities.
Major cities like Dijon and Besançon can be reached by train from Paris in a few hours. Smaller towns are often easier to explore by car, as the regional rail network between centers is less dense.
The area holds more UNESCO World Heritage sites than any other French region, including Fontenay Abbey and the Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans. This density of heritage sites reflects the long history and craft traditions of both former regions.
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