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Tourism in Besançon
Are you looking for an hotel in Besançon? Welcome to the Brit Hotel de Besançon L'Horloge! Whether you are on a business trip or on holiday with your family or friends, this is the ideal accommodation for a stay in Besançon!
Your hotel in Besançon
Welcome to Brit Hotel de L'Horloge, your hotel in Besançon! Located in the north of the city, our accommodation in Besançon is ideal for discovering the historic capital of Franche-Comté. The city centre and the famous Citadelle of Besançon are just a few minutes away by car or public transport. The hotel is easily accessible via the A30 motorway, especially for those coming from Colmar, Mulhouse or Basel.
Our team will be delighted to welcome you and offer you a comfortable and memorable stay in Besançon!
Visiting Besançon
You can't visit Besançon without visiting the famous Citadelle!
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, this military structure designed by Vauban is considered one of the most beautiful citadels in France. From its ramparts, which overlook the city of Franche-Comté from a height of more than 100 metres, the Citadelle offers breathtaking panoramas. You can admire it and visit it! Three French museums have been set up between its thick walls and bear the values and ideals of the UNSECO:
- The Comtois Museum
- The Museum (Naturalium, Insectarium, Noctarium, Aquarium, Zoological Garden and Small Farm)
- The Museum of Resistance and Deportation
The Besançon Citadel is home to a living heritage that is full of emotion. The leading cultural and tourist site in Central and Eastern France offers more than just a place to visit. With a rich and varied programme throughout the year, the Citadelle offers a real experience!
What to do near Besançon
From our hotel in Besançon, you are also ideally located to discover the Franche-Comté and its wonders. The commune of Pays-de-Clerval and its medieval city are just a few minutes away from our hotel in Besançon. Closer by, the ruins of the castle of Montfaucon offer a very special out-of-time atmosphere during a very pleasant walk. And if you have the time and the means to travel, head south to Arc-et-Senans. This village is home to a unique building: the Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans, a must-see in the history of the Franche-Comté!