Haute-Saône is a department located in the
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of eastern France. It was named after the picturesque Saône River that winds through its landscapes. Established during the French Revolution in 1789, Haute-Saône was created from the former province of Franche-Comté, blending rich history with natural beauty. Vesoul, the department's capital, is a charming city that serves as the cultural and administrative heart of Haute-Saône. Lure, another significant town and the sole sub-prefecture, boasts a rich heritage and architectural gems. Haute-Saône's past is deeply rooted in mining and industry, with a legacy that includes coal, salt, iron, lead-silver-copper mines, bituminous shale, stationery, spinning, weaving, forges, foundries, tileries, and mechanical factories. This industrial heritage has shaped the department's character and continues to influence its development.
Geographically, Haute-Saône is nestled between several departments, including Côte-d'Or to the west, Haute-Marne to the northwest, Vosges to the north, Territoire de Belfort to the east, Doubs to the south and east, and Jura to the south. This strategic location positions Haute-Saône as a transitional territory, linking the more economically challenged departments of eastern France with the thriving Blue Banana zone, an area marked by robust economic growth in recent decades.
Haute-Saône's unique combination of history, natural beauty, and industrial heritage, coupled with its advantageous location, makes it a fascinating and dynamic department to explore and experience.
The entire
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region is popular with
German and
Dutch buyers being in easy reach by car, while not too far from cities such
Paris, Macon and Lyon.
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