Salins-les-Bains is a village in the Jura department in Burgundy-Franche-Comté region, about 40 km south of Besançon.
The city developed in a basin at the bottom of the valley of the Furious, a stream flowing from the Loue and its prosperity was forged from the antiquity on the production of salt. A "white gold" which was also the spearhead of the commune near Arc-et-Senans, in the Doubs, the two production units being connected by a 21 km "salmon pipeline" Salt water or brine).
In the 19th century, industrial units (plasterers, sawmills, earthenware factories) were added, and in 1854 a spa establishment was opened, which in turn exploited the mineral wealth of the city's waters. This is why the very name of the city which derived its etymological origin from the word "salt" was completed in 1926 to become Salins-les-Bains.
In the twentieth century, the municipality that counted more than 8,000 inhabitants in 1800 experienced a real decline: the saline closed its doors in 1962 and the earthenware stopped their activity in 1995.
While the population is now only about 3,000 inhabitants, the city concentrates its activity on thermalism and tourism, whether linked to its industrial past or to the green natural heritage of the region.
No stage or stay in Salins-les-Bains without obviously beginning with the visit of the old salt, that is to say the factory that exploited salt production. Different techniques have been used over the centuries to obtain salt by artificial evaporation (unlike open salt marshes, such as by the sea, and whose lowest operating cost was due to the salt mines of Franche-Comté).
Occupying formerly more than 15,000 square meters in the city center, Salina was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2009 as an original industrial unit prior to the 19th century. Henceforth, only a part of the buildings, including a carriage, towers, an underground gallery, remained. The tour is guided and gives free admission to the dedicated museum. Open all year. Information and reservations at +33 3 84 73 10 92. Price: 7,50 and 4 euros (children, students).
Still in terms of architectural heritage, it is worth dwelling at the town hall (XVIII), of classical style, but which used to shelter a court of justice.
On the religious level, the Saint-Anatoile collegiate church (13th century, Gothic style Burgundy), with its facade decorated with two windows of flamboyant style, its carved oak door and its defensive bell tower is to be seen, like the Notre-Dame chapel Liberator, built in the 17th century after the city was spared from the plague. Its dome with a lantern tower is exemplary. Inside, a lead statue of Notre-Dame and 15th-century polychrome wooden statues are preserved.
Return to civilian heritage with the Apothicairerie, a pharmacy of the seventeenth century still furnished and equipped with technical elements (alembic, jars, surgical instruments, faience...) and ornamental 17th and 18th centuries. Rue de la République, one will appreciate the numerous private mansions of the 19th century (after a fire in the center in 1825), neo-classical style, in gray stone, and which testify to the wealth of the bourgeoisie then.
Always in town, impossible not to notice the twenty fountains proving all that the city owes to its water! Some are genuine sculptures, the oldest of the sixteenth century.
Guided tours of the city are organized and leaflets available. Please contact us on +33 3 84 73 01 34.
Finally, the military fort was the fort of Saint-André, built in the 10th and then reorganized by Vauban, which culminates at 600 m and the fort Belin, dating from the 19th century but having been built on the site of a medieval castle, culminating in 580 m, dominate the city.
These two sites are hiking goals, as is also the Mont Poupet, 800 m above sea level, now popular with paragliding enthusiasts. Many points of view mark the path that goes up there.
In general, 200 km of hiking or mountain biking trails have been built on Salins-les-Bains and its surroundings. There is also a "chemin des gabelous" (customs) linking the city to Arc-et-Senans. For more information, please call +33 3 84 73 01 34.
Always in the open air, the discovery of paragliding is possible (including for people with reduced mobility). Contact at +33 6 32 90 84 91. And for the youngest, an acrobatic park offers sporting and fun routes. For further information: +33 9 73 12 26 18.
But no question of leaving Salins-les-Bains without admiring the architecture of the spa (managed by the city) and even take advantage of the opportunity for a few pleasures (jacuzzi...) or care, failing to follow a cure For therapeutic purposes. Information on +33 3 84 73 04 63.
In May, from Thursday of the Ascension to the Sunday following, the Four Days of Salins mix commercial entertainment and shows for all audiences.
In May always, the festival Chansons en Fête offers shows of French song.
It is chamber music, on the other hand, that is honored in July at Salines en Musique.
In August, animations around science and astronomy are proposed with La Tête dans les Etoiles.
The Journées du Livre, finally, are organized in September and bring together many authors who have come to meet the public.
In a different way, the terroir of the region is honored Thursday and Saturday morning in the market, in the city center.
Photos de Tournage
- From 19 may to 7 june 2023
- 8 Rue de la République, Médiathèque
- Discover an exhibition of photos from the filming of Bernard Clavel's adaptations. - Exhibition of photos from the filming of adaptations of Bernard Clavel's novels.
37ème Montée Internationale du Poupet
- On 28 may 2023
- Rue de la République
- The legendary Mount is back ! - Saturday 27th May : - -5pm to 7pm : Collection of race numbers at the Salins gymnasium - -7.30 pm : Pasta Party ! (on reservation) - Sunday 28th May : - - 7am-9.30am : Number collection - Place des Salines - - 8am : Free departure of hikers - - 8.30 am : Group departure of hikers - - 10am : start of the Montée Du Poupet - 17.5 km - 666D + / 259D- -10.40am : start of the Poupet Cadet (17.5 km) - -10.40am : start of the Poupet Cadet (from Ivrey) - 7.5 km - 388D + / 81D- - 12pm : post-race meal (reservation required) - gymnasium - 2.30 pm : Prize-giving ceremony ! - The Montée du Poupet is an unmissable race in the heart of the Jura. - Challenge the giant of the Saline region, Mont Poupet, which rises to a height of 850 m. - Whether you are solo or in a group, you can participate in the race or in the hike ! - Legendary races : Poupet twinned with Marvejols-Mende (48) and the Lesse descent (BE)
Plantes Sauvages et Utilisations
- On 31 may 2023
- Local Althaïr, Place des Alliés de la Résistance
- During a walk, discover wild plants, their culinary and medicinal uses, their symbolism and when appropriate, a legend about them. - Reservation before 30 May
Les Aventures de Ricky
- On 31 may 2023
- 8 Rue de la République, Médiathèque
- Animated film, duration 1h25, from 6 years old. - Ricky, a young intrepid sparrow adopted by a family of storks is embarked on an epic adventure in the heart of Africa. Accompanied by his faithful friends, Olga the pygmy owl and Kiki the disco parakeet, he sets off in pursuit of a jewel.
Quand tu Seras Grand
- On 31 may 2023
- 8 Rue de la République, Médiathèque
- Comedy-drama, duration 1h39. - Yannick is a nurse's aide in a retirement home. He copes with the lack of means with a contagious good mood. When he is forced to share the dining room with a class of children, the situation becomes complicated and will upset everyone's daily life.
Heure Musicale des Élèves
- On 6 june 2023
- 16 Rue Charles Magnin, Salle Notre-Dame
- In 2023, La Folle Semaine will change its name and duration, and will be - to "Musiques en Scène" from 3 June to 5 July. This longer period - Period will allow the greatest number of people to enjoy the - musical events that will spread throughout the region. - The students and teachers of the Music School of the Community of - of Communes Arbois Poligny Salins Cœur du Jura will be presenting - Will present the fruits of their work in Salins-les-Bains, - Poligny, Arbois and Saint Lothain. I would like to warmly thank - All the actors, pupils, teachers, artists, partners and parents - And parents who are mobilized to propose this event - End of season event. I look forward to seeing you at these musical - We look forward to seeing you at these musical events, as well as at the dance and musical theatre events ! - For this last musical hour of the year, the students of the instrumental - Instrumental classes perform in recital or in small groups to showcase their work and - to showcase their work and progress. - This is an excellent opportunity to develop their musical - This is an excellent opportunity to develop their musical skills and gain confidence. - Free admission
Critérium du Dauphiné - Arrivée 5ème Étape
- On 8 june 2023
- Centre-ville
- The Critérium du Dauphiné is a cycling stage competition organised by the newspaper Le Dauphiné libéré and since 2010 by Amaury Sport. Some of the biggest names in cycling have had their names on the list of winners. - The Critérium takes place in June over a week, preceding the Tour de France by a few weeks. It is known for its difficult mountainous course and the climbing of major passes and high altitude finishes, due to its geographical location. The race often serves as a preparation for the Tour de France. - cormoranche-sur-saône > salins-les-bains - Stage 5 - 191.1 km - Online - Traffic info - Parts of Salins-les-Bains will be closed from 8am to 8pm from the Place des Alliés to the Bracon bridge. - Rehabilitation centre and specialised reception centre accessible via rue des Barres which will be open. - Parking : parc des Cordeliers, Bugada stadium, Place Emile Zola.
Les Heures Musicales des Elèves
- On 8 june 2023
- 16 Rue Charles Magnin, Salle ND
- Coeur du Jura Music School (in the courtroom).
Rencontre Avec les Auteurs Marc Alexandre Oho Bambe, Céline Lapertot et Sandra Poirot-Cherif
- On 9 june 2023
- 8 bis Rue de la République, Médiathèque Salins-les-Bains
- This year we will read and listen to texts on the theme "From one country to another. Migration". - Meeting with the three authors (Céline Lapertot, Sandra Poirot-Cherif and Marc Alexandre Oho Bambe), hosted by the media library and the bookshop Le Matachin. - Readings aloud by children from the Leo Lagrange leisure centre. - Marc Alexandre Oho Bambe is a novelist, poet and slammer. Decorated with the Order of Merit, he created the collective On A Slamé sur la Lune, whose objective is to raise public awareness of poetry, live performance and dialogue between cultures. Through his texts, performances, interventions and workshops, he participates in the promotion of literature, self-expression, tolerance and dialogue. - Sandra Poirot Cherif is a graduate of the École supérieure des arts décoratifs de Strasbourg. Sometimes author, sometimes illustrator, she likes to tell the tiny and the immense happinesses, the tiny sadnesses, the daily events, the small and big moments of life, what makes us vibrate, what makes us feel alive… Her pen and her line offer fine, delicate and soft words and drawings. - Céline Lapertot is a French teacher in Strasbourg and a novelist. In her novels, all published by Vivianne Hamy, she tackles themes related to childhood, women's bodies, climate change, intolerance or solidarity, the death penalty.
Biodanza
- On 10 june 2023
- Local Althaïr, place des aliés
- Hosted by Florence chancenot - 06 84 22 69 40 - For teenagers and adults - Location : right wing of the town hall of Salins les Bains - During the Biodanza sessions, there is a harmonious alternation of dynamic dances and soft dances. The first one stimulates the expression, the second one stimulates the sensitivity and the interiority. There is no choreography and the practice does not require any particular physical skills. The practice of Biodanza contributes to strengthening self-esteem, the ability to let go, and an overall sense of well-being and joy.
