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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Imagine a giant French playground where amazing wines and cool castles wait to be discovered!

Images

BesançOn, La CathéDrale Saint Jean ; Portail Nord

BesançOn, La CathéDrale Saint Jean ; Portail Nord

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Flag of the region Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region relief location map
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region location map
Blason région fr Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region locator map
Blason région fr Bourgogne Franche Comté
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté et provinces
Flag of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté (light color variant)
Tracy-sur-Loire | FR-58 (Nièvre, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté) | 01.10.2018 | Colas Rail # 10 in the last evening sun with a grain train
Roman Triumphal Arch - La Porte-Noir - in the City of Besançon, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
Un Régiolis (Z51500) en gare de Besançon-Viotte aux couleurs de la région Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Key Facts

Location
Eastern France.
Area
About 18,449 square miles (47,783 square kilometers).
Population
Around 2.8 million people.
Capital City
Dijon.
Languages
French and Arpitan.
Fun Fact
The region was formed by joining two older regions together in 2016!

Where is This Magical Place?

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a big, beautiful land in the eastern part of France, like a giant puzzle piece! It’s made up of two old lands, Burgundy and Franche-Comté, that joined together. Think of it like two best friends deciding to share their toys and adventures.

This place has rolling hills, sparkling rivers, and forests perfect for exploring. It’s a place where nature shows off its prettiest colors!

A Land of Old Stories!

This land has been around for a super long time, with castles and old towns that tell stories of knights and kings. It was officially born as one big region on January 1, 2016, when Burgundy and Franche-Comté decided to team up. Before that, they were separate for ages, each with their own special traditions. It’s like a brand new team formed from two awesome old teams that were already great!

Yummy Food and Fun People!

People in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté love to eat and celebrate! They are famous for making some of the world’s best wines, like bubbly champagne and rich red wines. They also make delicious cheeses that are super yummy.

The people here are proud of their traditions and love sharing their culture, which includes beautiful music and lively festivals. It’s a place where good food and happy times are very important!

What Do People Do Here?

Many people in this region work with the land, growing grapes for wine and making cheese. They also have factories that make cool things like watches and machines. The main city, Dijon, is like the busy heart of the region where lots of important decisions are made. People here work hard and are proud of the amazing products they create, from delicious food to fancy watches!

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