A family on the banks of the Saône, a pleasure boat can be seen in the background with the Château de Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA family on the banks of the Saône, a pleasure boat can be seen in the background with the Château de Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely

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Explore the soul of Haute-Saône through its heritage!

While Haute-Saône is first and foremost a land of outdoor activities and nature, it also boasts a rich and varied heritage. Whether you’re a history buff or just curious, come and discover the region’s must-see monuments and explore its past.

From discovery to discovery

Haute-Saône invites you to cultivate your curiosity and broaden your horizons. Whether you’re on a self-guided or guided tour, let yourself be surprised by the unique history and architecture of our region. With its majestic châteaux, fascinating museums, forts, forges, Le Corbusier chapel, gardens, themed trails and natural gems, the Haute-Saône is a region to marvel at!

Remains of the Musée de l'Ecclésia in Luxeuil-les-Bains - Vosges du SudRemains of the Musée de l'Ecclésia in Luxeuil-les-Bains - Vosges du Sud
©The Ecclesia|Etienne Kopp
Museums
A boat prepares to pass through the Seveux-Savoyeux tunnel on the Saône - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA boat prepares to pass through the Seveux-Savoyeux tunnel on the Saône - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©River tourism on the Saône
Monuments
A family on the ramparts of Ray-sur-Saône castle - They are looking at the view -Vesoul - Val de SaôneA family on the ramparts of Ray-sur-Saône castle - They are looking at the view -Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Château de Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely
Les Châteaux
Aerial view of the ponds at Breurey-les-Faverney - Vesoul - Val de SaôneAerial view of the ponds at Breurey-les-Faverney - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Pond|Maxime Naegely
Natural heritage
Two women consulting a tourist map, leaning on a well, in a square in the town of Vesoul - Vesoul-Val de SaôneTwo women consulting a tourist map, leaning on a well, in a square in the town of Vesoul - Vesoul-Val de Saône
©Vesoul|Maxime Naegely
City walks
Photo of an elaphe stag in autumn - Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park - Vosges du SudPhoto of an elaphe stag in autumn - Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park - Vosges du Sud
©Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park|Etienne Kopp
Gardens and wildlife parks

Other desires

A family in the driveway of the Château de Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA family in the driveway of the Château de Ray-sur-Saône - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Château de Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely
Visit
A man savours a platter of goat's cheese and charcuterie from the chèvrerie des bois pâturés in Servance - Vosges du SudA man savours a platter of goat's cheese and charcuterie from the chèvrerie des bois pâturés in Servance - Vosges du Sud
©Chèvrerie des bois pâturés - Servance|Both Better
Gastronomy
A woman tastes a dish in sauce served in a large deep dish - Vosges du SudA woman tastes a dish in sauce served in a large deep dish - Vosges du Sud
©Le Saisonnier|Refuse to hibernate
Where to eat?
Aerial view of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs in the southern Vosges mountainsAerial view of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs in the southern Vosges mountains
©Aerial view of the Plateau des 1000 Étangs|Tristant Vuano
Must-sees in Haute-Saône
Photo of an elaphe stag in autumn - Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park - Vosges du SudPhoto of an elaphe stag in autumn - Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park - Vosges du Sud
©Fougerolles Saint Valbert wildlife park|Etienne Kopp
Gardens and wildlife parks
Panoramic view of the Acorus Water Gardens with ponds, trees and flowers - Vallée de l'OgnonPanoramic view of the Acorus Water Gardens with ponds, trees and flowers - Vallée de l'Ognon
©Acorus Water Gardens |Charlotte Mosca
Ognon Valley
A family on the ramparts of Ray-sur-Saône castle - They are looking at the view -Vesoul - Val de SaôneA family on the ramparts of Ray-sur-Saône castle - They are looking at the view -Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Château de Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely
Les Châteaux
Aerial view of a boat without a licence sailing on the Saône, in a setting of unspoilt nature, surrounded by greenery - Vesoul-Val de SaôneAerial view of a boat without a licence sailing on the Saône, in a setting of unspoilt nature, surrounded by greenery - Vesoul-Val de Saône
©Sailing on the Saône|French Wanderers
The Saône
A couple on mountain bikes take a break beside a pond, with its autumn colours, on the Plateau des 1000 Etangs - Vosges du SudA couple on mountain bikes take a break beside a pond, with its autumn colours, on the Plateau des 1000 Etangs - Vosges du Sud
©Mountain biking at Les 1000 Etangs|Nicolas Gascard BFC Tourisme
BY BIKE – IN
Aerial view of the ponds at Breurey-les-Faverney - Vesoul - Val de SaôneAerial view of the ponds at Breurey-les-Faverney - Vesoul - Val de Saône
©Pond|Maxime Naegely
Natural heritage
Cyclists who cycle in the Haute-Saône Department - SlowUp 2022Cyclists who cycle in the Haute-Saône Department - SlowUp 2022
©Cyclists|Nathan Fabry
By bike
A family is in the grounds of Ray-sur-Saône castle. They are discovering the site thanks to the Sigéric - Vesoul - Val de Saône game.A family is in the grounds of Ray-sur-Saône castle. They are discovering the site thanks to the Sigéric - Vesoul - Val de Saône game.
©Château de Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely
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