Common Jura, in the Franche-Comté Champagnole has been dubbed the Pearl of Jura because of the beauty of its site and its heritage. It is at the foot of Mount Rivel, about 540 meters away.
In the heart of nature Jura, Champagnole is surrounded by impressive forests, which helped develop the timber through crafts or furniture making. Hiking as well as outdoor sports and are the main activities of the city, providing an ideal setting for family holidays or friends.
The rich architectural heritage of Champagnole contributes to the tourist attraction of the city, bringing a certain charm to the whole and recalling the past of the Jura city.
Religious heritage, natural, but also historical, are not lacking in Champagnole, and tourists enjoy spending a few moments in this city full of charm.
The church of Saint-Cyr-et-Sainte-Juliette Champagnole has an altar, an altar and an organ listed historical monument. Built in the eighteenth century, it offers in terms of objects from the Ursulines and Dominicans of Poligny, a nearby town.
The public clock tower and the water tower, built in the nineteenth century, are also classified as an historic monument, like the hall and the stairs of the City Hall.
Walking through the city, you can enjoy many relics of the industrial past and shopping Champagnole, like a flour mill, the forge of Serve, old mills and steel mills, old meubleries, or the old trinkets Bazinet.
Nineteenth century building, the station falls on the way to the tourist railway line Swallows. A single track, it connects the center of Dijon in Vallorbe and allows you to admire the landscapes of France-Comté.
The natural heritage is rich in Champagnole, including the presence of Mount Rivel that overlooks the city, the banks of the Ain ideal for a walk, the route of which is firs Champagnole the starting point, or the Belle Park Friesland.
The archaeological museum offers collections came close surroundings of the city and showing the Gallo-Roman and Merovingian past of the region. Themed exhibitions and events are organized regularly.
Champagnole, Jura city, does not lack entertainment, and events are linked together throughout the year.
In June, following the music festival, Champagnole organizes the patron saint of the city, one of the largest carnivals in eastern France.
In July and August, the city offers the Summer Musical, with festivities in the streets of Champagnole as concerts and street performances.
Throughout the year, a market takes place on the Place Camille Prost, on Saturday morning. In early July, a night market is also available to visitors to enjoy local crafts and specialties of the region.
Atelier « Cherche et Trouve »
- On 19 april 2024
- 26 Rue Baronne Delort, Musée archéologique
- A family visit to the archaeological museum based on a one-hour "search and find" workshop. - Children aged 5 and over must be accompanied. - Registration required, number of places limited. - Free for children.
Soirée Spectacle
- On 26 april 2024
- L'Oppidum
- Evening show organised by Restos du Cœur. - "Les Plaisirs de Surprises" and "Les Rusty Razors" present their new show. - Doors open at 8pm, show starts at 8.30pm. - Refreshments and pastries on site. - Adult admission €12, €6 for children aged 6 to 14. - Bookings by telephone.
Vide Grenier
- On 28 april 2024
- Place du Crassier (derrière Aldi)
- Snacks and refreshments. - 1 paid entry = 1 ticket for the tombola. - Organised by the municipal staff association
Venez Chanter Avec les Gratteurs
- On 17 may 2024
- 34 Place Camille Prost, Oppidum
- Come and sing along with Les Gratteurs at the Oppidum. Free admission, refreshments, French songs. - Information : 06 08 50 48 43.
Venez Chanter Avec les « Gratteurs »
- On 17 may 2024
- L'Oppidum
- Come and sing along with Les Gratteurs. - This small group from Champagne offers a repertoire of mainly French songs. The aim of the group is to get the audience to sing along by simultaneously broadcasting the words of the songs on a big screen. - A real moment of sharing between the audience and the group. - Admission free. Refreshments on site.
20e Nuit des Musées
- On 18 may 2024
- Musée Archéologique
- Come along to the Archaeological Museum for a family workshop. The mediation service will provide you with board games and you can create your own hopscotch game as a family. Materials provided. - For children aged 5 and over. Children must be accompanied by an adult. - Free activity. Registration required, number of places limited.
Concert Fiuminale « Chants Corses »
- On 30 may 2024
- Place Charles de Gaulle, Église Saint Cyr et Sainte Julitte
- Tickets available at the Maison du tourisme Champagnole Nozeroy Jura or on site from 7pm.
Université Ouverte « Georges Brassens et les Autres Poètes »
- On 31 may 2024
- Salle Le Rex
- Open University "Georges Brassens and other poets" by Philippe BORIE. Free, registration required.
Concert de La Tarentelle
- From 31 may to 2 june 2024
- L'Oppidum
- Concert celebrating the 40th anniversary of the La Tarentelle choir, with children's, teenage and adult choirs.
Journées Européennes de l'Archéologie
- On 15 june 2024
- 26 rue Baronne Delort, Musée archéologique
- - 10 am : archaeological workshops for the whole family. Free, registration required (places are limited). Duration 1h30. - - 2pm : screening of an archaeological documentary in partnership with INRAP. Free, with registration (places are limited). Length : 1 hour. - - 3.30pm : guided tour of the museum. Free, with registration. Length : 1 hour
Lakeland, caves, waterfalls.
Palladian Villa.
Maxi play area for children.
Fruit county visits.
Vineyards.
