Franche-Comté

Franche-Comté is a region in eastern France, on the border with Switzerland. Largely rural, it's characterized by gentle mountains, fertile agricultural valleys and pine forests. The region's capital, Besançon, was once the clock-making capital of France. Clocks and watches at the Musée du Temps celebrate this heritage. On a hill overlooking the old town, the sprawling Citadel of Besançon contains several museums.