The city of Besançon is a hidden gem situated in the east of France, close to the Swiss border. It is virtually unknown outside of France, however it has plenty to offer potential visitors and it is bound to delight those who choose to visit this quaint French city. The city contains the Musée des Beaux Arts, which is said to be second only to the Louvre. Hiring a car from Besançon could provide you with the treat of cruising along the winding streets of the old town and gaze at the beauty of its many historic buildings.
Besançon is a secret treasure in the Franche-Comté region of France; a largely rural area which lends itself to days spent outdoors enjoying the spectacular countryside. Hiring a car from Besançon means that Switzerland is just over an hour's drive, so it's easy to pop over for some Swiss chocolate. The Loue Valley is nearly four hours from Besançon by car, but the gorge, with its impressive rock formations, is well worth a visit. If you'd like to see a proper Swiss waterfall, then rent a car from Besançon and make the 1 hour trip to Saut du Doubs. The river that is fed by the waterfall is also great for boat tours.
