Situated at the confluence of the Doubs and Dessoubre rivers, the town of Saint-Hippolyte is very picturesque, with its 14th-century church, its ancient convent, its houses along the water and its unspoiled natural environment. It is also a good departure point to discover the green valleys of Doubs and Dessoubre.
Saint-Hippolyte lies at the confluence of the Doubs and Dessoubre. This situation and the protection of the confluence allowed the town to grow from the 11th century by the Counts of La Roche. The history of this city is directly related to the cave of the rock, whose occupation is much older (Neolithic). Fortified town, which has preserved an ancient plot and houses from the 16th and 17th centuries.
The church hosted the 14th for over 30 years is now the Shroud in Turin.
Site of the Chapel of Our Lady of Mount Lookout and the city.
The church and its tombstones, the oldest date of 1360.
The former 18th century convent (now school and rental) to visit every Tuesday in July and August.
The courtyards of the houses of the modern era (sixteenth, 17th c.).
Hiking: Many tours are from Saint-Hippolyte to survey the valleys and plateaus.
Canoeing in the summer.
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The first Sunday in May, the inevitable sausage fair that showcases local products. More than 10 000 people there every year.
The festival "Music in St. Hipp." In July, for ten days, free concerts are offered Saint-Hippolyte and in various towns of the district.
The artisan'halles the last Sunday of August, in the heart of the craft heritage in the grounds of the former convent.
Hiking: Many tours are from Saint-Hippolyte to survey the valleys and plateaus.
Canoeing in the summer.
