Burgundy Franche-Comté is a vast region, open to Europe, and more particularly to Switzerland. Rich in heritage, the region is full of historical monuments. Ideally located between Paris and Lyon, the region offers a preserved territory and towns on a human scale, with a more affordable lifestyle.
Based on public data on regional well-being, and supplemented by feedback from newcomers accompanied by the platform, the "Bien-vivre" tool offers numerical data on 11 previously defined criteria. According to the Bien-Vivre toolThe Burgundy-Franche-Comté region is an ideal destination for families and those with a passion for history and culture. Its quality of life, close to the mountains, the capital and Switzerland, attracts newcomers, especially those from the Paris region.
In the heart of a world-renowned territory, Burgundy Franche-Comté intends to shake up the labour market by attracting young workers to join the wine professions by setting up training courses dedicated to profiles without diplomas. The region is oriented towards industry, ⅕ employees work there. In high season, seasonal jobs, trade, tourism and services are highly coveted and dynamic sectors.
Burgundy Franche-Comté is known for its authenticity and good living, two reasons why lovers of peace and quiet will find a haven of peace.
Littered with vast vineyards, plains and forests, the region is indeed green. Focused on the environment and its citizens, it is fully committed to changing consumption habits, with a focus on short circuits and the circular economy to make local agriculture and crafts flourish. On the way to the energy transition, Burgundy Franche-Comté is focusing on sustainable mobility and innovation.
In terms of education, Burgundy Franche-Comté has nothing to envy other regions. With no less than 11 university sites, 10 engineering schools and 2 business schools, the Dijon and Besançon academies also allow young people to train for professions in high local demand such as industrial engineering. Burgundy Franche Comte combines health and education by offering training in social and health professions.
Bordered by the natural rock barrier known as the Jura, Burgundy Franche-Comté is open to Europe and welcomes thousands of foreign students every year. During the high season, the Massif Central also welcomes millions of visitors from all over the world to enjoy the snow-covered mountains. In the low season, the region is also very fashionable, coveted by nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts with preserved natural sites, mythical itineraries, and sporting events of all kinds.
Burgundy Franche-Comté places particular emphasis on enabling local people to access services, even in the most isolated areas. For this reason, it financially supports multi-professional health centres, which bring together numerous health practitioners, for the greater comfort of the inhabitants.
Still on the same subject, the region has set up a regional interurban road network to allow free movement of people, while respecting the ecological approach that they are trying to develop. In addition to trains, buses and coaches, there are also TADs (transport on demand) which make it easier for people with reduced mobility to get to medical appointments, shopping and even local markets.
If you are still in doubt about the advantages of moving to the Burgundy Franche-Comté region, this paragraph should help you make a decision. After mentioning the region's rich heritage, sports and cuisine, accommodation is no less attractive.
Compared to Paris, the average price for buying or renting is much lower. According to the online estimation website Meilleursagents, it is around 1,500 euros/m² to buy and 10 euros/m² to rent. The Côte d'Or remains the most expensive department in the region, followed by the Doubs and the Jura. *
Much less expensive than its neighbour Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, Burgundy Franche-Comté is a good compromise if you want to get closer to the mountains and keep this proximity with the border countries without emptying your wallet.
*https://www.meilleursagents.com/prix-immobilier/bourgogne-franche-comte/
Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, is strategically located between Lyon and Paris. With a well-connected rail network, the city of Dijon is constantly developing (in terms of infrastructure and dynamism). A real driving force for its department, the metropolis highlights its rich heritage and its culinary specialities, which attract more than 5,000 new inhabitants every year.
Situated on the edge of the Jura mountains, Besançon is a city with a rich history. A military force, political centre and religious capital, the city is full of secrets. With 2,408 hectares of green space, Besançon is recognised as France's leading green city, with a multitude of promenades, gardens, hills, valleys and forests.
Nevers is a city on a human scale, the capital of the Nièvre. It is a pretty town with the ambition of moving forward together, and will make families happy who dream of wide open spaces and a local associative fabric.
Chalons sur Saône is the most densely populated town in the department of Saône et Loire. A true historical centre during the medieval period, it is now a town where tourism is strong (wine tourism, cycle tourism, festive tourism, pleasure boating, etc.).
Auxerre is a cultural and tourist capital, with a remarkable historical heritage from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Known for its football club and its vineyards, this town of human dimensions attracts enthusiasts every year. Living in Auxerre means living 1.5 hours from Paris thanks to the high-speed line, and it also means daily entertainment, with its museums, its green paths and its facilities along the quays.
So, have you decided? Burgundy-Franche-Comté is for you?
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