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Besançon · Watchmaking Tourism

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Besançon · Watchmaking Tourism

Besancon is treasured for its French watchmaking heritage. Though infrastructure is moderate, visitors can enjoy its historical significance in the watchmaking industry.

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Besancon is treasured for its French watchmaking heritage. Though infrastructure is moderate, visitors can enjoy its historical significance in the watchmaking industry.

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Best season: None
Difficulty: 6
Region: France, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

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Charming old buildings reflected on a calm river in a historic cityscape.

Photo by Volker Hessihecko

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Tranquil cityscape with historic buildings lining a peaceful canal under a clear blue sky.

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A tranquil evening scene on the streets of Besançon, France, with city lights and historic architecture.

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Scenic view of historic buildings lining a tranquil canal under a clear blue sky.

Photo by Adrien Olichon

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A scenic view of Besançon's hillside architecture amidst lush greenery in fall.

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