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

The monuments to visit in Haute-Saône

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Discover the monuments that have forged the identity of Haute-Saône. From a military fort to a UNESCO-listed chapel, ancient forges, tunnels over the Saône, the priory at Marast and the basilica at Luxeuil-les-Bains, the department’s emblematic monuments tell the story of its rich and fascinating history.

The chapel From Ronchamp

Perched on a hill overlooking Ronchamp, the Notre-Dame du Haut chapel is a key part of the architectural heritage of Haute-Saône. Designed by Le Corbusier and completed in 1955, it combines modern boldness with spirituality. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2016, this masterpiece is revolutionising the perception of sacred architecture.

Tourists visit the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Haut before it is renovated - Vosges du SudTourists visit the Chapelle Notre-Dame du Haut before it is renovated - Vosges du Sud
©Chapel of Notre-Dame du Haut
    Central courtyard outside the Mont-Vaudois Fort - Fortified belt - near Héricourt - Vosges du SudExterior central courtyard of the Mont-Vaudois Fort - Fortified belt - near Héricourt - Vosges du Sud
    ©Fort du Mont Vaudois|Both Better

      Le Fort From Mont Vaudois

      Overlooking Héricourt, the Mont-Vaudois Fort reveals the military ingenuity of the 19th century. This vast defensive complex combines the legacy of Vauban with modern innovations. Discover the secrets of this silent sentinel, witness to a pivotal period in French history.

      The forges de Baignes

      Discover the Forges de Baignes, an industrial jewel near Vesoul. Designed by a pupil of Ledoux, they are reminiscent of the Royal Saltworks at Arc-et-Senans. Although activity ceased in the 1960s, the forges still tell the story of the workers through their well-preserved buildings and events.

      A boat is about to enter the Saint-Albin tunnel, on the side a touring cyclist watches the boat - Vesoul - Val de SaôneA boat is about to enter the Saint-Albin tunnel, on the side a touring cyclist watches the boat - Vesoul - Val de Saône
      ©River tourism and cycling on the Saône|Maxime Naegely
      Saint Albin and Savoyeux tunnels

      The tunnels De Saint-Albin and de Savoyeux

      On the Saône, discover the Saint-Albin and Savoyeux tunnels. These constructions, which were once trade routes, now offer a unique experience for pleasure boaters. On foot, by bike or by boat, let yourself be surprised by these underground passages.

      Religious heritage As a witness to history

      View of the altar and stained glass windows of the Saint-Pierre basilica in Luxeuil-les-Bains, the former abbey church of the Benedictine monastery of Saint Colomban - Vosges du SudView of the altar and stained glass windows of the Saint-Pierre basilica in Luxeuil-les-Bains, the former abbey church of the Benedictine monastery of Saint Colomban - Vosges du Sud
      ©Saint Peter's Basilica|Office de tourisme de Luxeuil-les-Bains
      The Basilica of Luxeuil-les-Bains
      Exterior view of the Prieuré de Marast - Ognon ValleyExterior view of the Prieuré de Marast - Ognon Valley
      ©Priory of Marast|Charlotte Mosca
      Le Prieuré de Marast
      Aerial view of the Notre-Dame du Haut hill, where you can see the Le Corbusier chapel, the pilgrim shelter and the chaplain's house. Renzo Piano's Porterie and Sainte-Claire monastery can also be seen - Vosges du SudAerial view of the Notre-Dame du Haut hill, where you can see the Le Corbusier chapel, the pilgrim shelter and the chaplain's house. Renzo Piano's Porterie and Sainte-Claire monastery can also be seen - Vosges du Sud
      ©Notre-Dame du Haut hill|M.Denancé/RPBW/AONDH
      Le Corbusier Chapel

      Other desires

      Potter Patrick Blandin turns clay cups with his hands - Vallée de l'OgnonPotter Patrick Blandin turns clay cups with his hands - Vallée de l'Ognon
      ©Boult Pottery Workshop |Both Better
      Arts, crafts and know-how
      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
      Hikers cross a pontoon bridge over a river in the middle of a forest - Haute-SaôneHikers cross a pontoon bridge over a river in the middle of a forest - Haute-Saône
      ©Forest walks| Régis Ravegnani
      On foot
      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?
      A cyclist on the ascent of La Planche des Belles Filles - Vosges du SudA cyclist on the ascent of La Planche des Belles Filles - Vosges du Sud
      ©Ascent of La Planche des Belles Filles|Eric Marguet
      Vosges du Sud
      Aerial view of Ray-sur-Saône showing the castle on its rocky outcrop - The Saône is in the foreground, 2 boats are moored - Vesoul - Val de SaôneAerial view of Ray-sur-Saône showing the castle on its rocky outcrop - The Saône is in the foreground, 2 boats are moored - Vesoul - Val de Saône
      ©Ray-sur-Saône|Maxime Naegely
      Vesoul-Val de Saône
      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 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
      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
      The Ognon on the Voie Verte Vallée de l'Ognon - Ognon ValleyThe Ognon on the Voie Verte Vallée de l'Ognon - Ognon Valley
      ©The river Ognon|Both Better
      L’Ognon
      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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