Quingey

Quingey

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownQuingeyChouzelot at 900 m (2 min)
Insee code25475Lavans-Quingey at 2.2 km (3 min)
Postcode25440Abbans-Dessus at 3 km (5 min)
Latitude47.1031270Cessey at 3 km (4 min)
Longitude5.8832350Pessans at 3.8 km (4 min)
AltitudeFrom 259 to 522 metersLombard at 3.9 km (5 min)
Surface8.55 km²Byans-sur-Doubs at 4.2 km (6 min)
Population1350 inhabitantsPointvillers at 5.3 km (6 min)
Density157 inhabitants/km²Samson at 5.8 km (6 min)
National labelMontfort at 6.8 km (7 min)
Chief townBesançon (at 23 km, 27 min)Brères at 6.9 km (7 min)
DepartmentDoubsAbbans-Dessous at 7 km (9 min)
RegionFranche-ComtéSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Head of Canton, Quingey is crossed by one of the most beautiful rivers in France, the Loue River meandering first class in a green hilly. Located on the route of the Roman road leading to Strasbourg via Salins, the existence of Quingey back before the 3rd and 5th century. Quingey will remove the last vestiges of its fortifications in 1823.

The bridge over the Loue, dating from 1590, was rebuilt in 1844 and slightly upstream. Most large modern buildings, ancient fortified houses, still have within them the traces of that past.


SIGHTSEEING

The village is situated on the banks of the Loue, is the ideal starting point for many sporting activities such as mountain biking and canoeing, and multiple walks are also offered.

Loue, a tributary of the Doubs, which traverses it, is ranked as one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe.

The tower Calixtus II, former castle of the Counts of Burgundy and the birthplace of Guy of Burgundy in 1050 which was Pope from 1119 to 1124.

Detailed information
MonumentsCastle of Quingey

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The market is held the third Friday of each month.

The fair is held on the first Monday of the month.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

The Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

The cave Osselle.

Ornans, "City of Courbet and museums.

Citadelle Vauban Besancon.

Salins-les-Bains: Thermal, salt, strong, earthenware.

Arbois, "capital of the Jura wine.

Poligny, "capital of the county" ...

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Fly fishing courseNature and the outdoors130 €Champagne-sur-Loue (9 km)
Caving or canyoning with a guideSports sensationsFrom 36 € to 56 €Larnod (11.7 km)
Visit a jewellery designerCraftFreeOrnans (19.9 km)

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WEATHER
Thursday 20 June
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Friday 21 June
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Saturday 22 June
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RESTAURANTS 
Bistrot de Port Lesney  
8.8
Port-Lesney
The Bistrot de Port Lesney is friendly meeting where you will soon feel at home. Just minutes from the Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans and along the Loue, the atmosphere is simple...
Located 12 km from Quingey34 € per person 
Château de Germigney  
9.7
Port-Lesney
In this former mansion of the eighteenth, you feel timeless. Surrounded by a park and along the banks of the Loue, the place is enchanting. Terrace, bathed in the orange light in the...
Located 12.3 km from Quingey57 € per person 
Campanile Besançon Ouest - Châteaufarine  
7.1
  SPECIAL OFFER
Besançon
Welcome to Besançon, proclaimed first green city of France. Campanile welcomes you in an elegant and contemporary. Space bright colors simple and elegant, the restaurant is a place...
Located 13.4 km from Quingey19 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Détour    
9.3
Buffard
For an ideal stay in Valley of Loue in a warm environment, the detour in the middle of lush greenery welcomes you in guest rooms for a pleasant moment of relaxation and discovery. This...
Located 8.5 km from QuingeyFrom 65 € to 68 € the double room 
Le chateau    
9.4
Lombard
4 rooms 3épis any comfort. Closed carpark - large raised park at disposal.
Located 8.7 km from Quingey55 € the double room 
Che'Val d'Amour    
9.5
Écleux
3 Bed and Breakfast - 3 ears. Usability - Serenity. Haven for nature lovers. Holiday caravan. At the edge of the forest and pond, old farm typical fully renovated.  Each room has its...
Located 16.3 km from Quingey 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le bord de Loue  
9.7
Chenecey-Buillon
The apartment is oriented east west. East side entrance facing the street. Upstairs toilet Washing machine and then dining room and kitchen with dishwasher, stove and microwave fridge...
Located 7 km from QuingeyFrom 270 € to 370 € per week 
Gîte de la vallée des anges
Malange
Country cottage relaxation rest assured, fishing, walking trails.
Located 22 km from QuingeyFrom 380 € to 500 € per week 
Gite au pays de courbet  
9.3
  SPECIAL OFFER
Montgesoye
Lodging in the heart of the valley of the leases, in a charming village Comtois 200 m of the rents and mountains where you can enjoy mountain biking, canoeing, horseback riding hiking...
Located 23 km from QuingeyFrom 250 € to 330 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping Les Radeliers  
Port-Lesney
At the river 'La Loue' the vineyards Jura, you have a swimming and a wooded park of ancient oaks. Salins-les-Bains and Arc-et-Senans just minutes. Located near the Loue in the historic...
Located 12.5 km from QuingeyFrom 12.30 € to 13.20 € per day 
Flower Camping les 3 Ours  
Montbarrey
Family campsite surrounded by greenery, riverside 'The hires' pleasure of fishing and swimming and canoeing, small private beach access. Not far from the forest of Chaux, he is good...
Located 22 km from QuingeyFrom 11.50 € to 18.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
La Saline Royale  
Arc-et-Senans
La Saline Royale, located in Arc-et-Senans, is of the few Unesco World Heritage Sites that offers guest rooms inside the museums. Guests have free access to the exhibitions and can...
Located 11.2 km from QuingeyRoom from 110 €
La Terrasse    
7.6
Grange-de-Vaivre
La Terrasse is located a 5-minute drive from Mouchard. It offers en suite rooms, a restaurant and garden. Free private parking and a free Wi-Fi hotspot are available. The soundproofed...
Located 11.6 km from QuingeyRoom from 39 €
L'Edgar     
8
Port-Lesney
Set a 5-minute walk from the centre of Port-Lesney, this 1-star hotel is 12 km from Arbois, the department’s wine capital. You can relax in the garden or visit the Planches Caves, 17...
Located 12.1 km from QuingeyRoom from 70 €

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