Rencontres & Roots Festival
A multicultural festival in Audincourt featuring world music, craft villages, and international culinary delights.
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💡 Tips
- The Sacré-Cœur church with its stained glass windows designed by Fernand Léger is a must-see for art lovers.
- Use the cycling paths along the Doubs river to explore the surrounding area.
- The city has a strong industrial heritage closely tied to the Peugeot family.
- Public transport gets you quickly and easily to neighboring Montbéliard.
🍽 Food
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Saucisse de Montbéliard
The famous smoked sausage of the region, best bought fresh at a local butcher.
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Cancoillotte
A creamy, liquid cheese eaten warm over potatoes. Look for it at the market.
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Comté cheese
The pride of Franche-Comté. Try different maturation stages at a traditional cheese shop.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
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Saturday Market
A traditional weekly market on the Place du Marché for local products.
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City Center Bakeries
Buy local pastries and fresh bread in the small bakeries along the main street.
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Parc Japy
A pleasant, wooded park in the city named after a local industrialist family.
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Doubs Riverside Path
A scenic, quiet footpath along the river, handy for catching your breath.
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Highlights of 2026
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Heritage Workshop: Pop-up Church Card
A creative workshop in Audincourt where participants can create a pop-up card of the Sacré-Coeur church.
Heritage Events: Sacré-Cœur Church
Discover the architectural secrets of the Sacré-Cœur church in Audincourt during these engaging heritage discovery workshops.
Concrete Faith: Immaculate Conception Church
Explore the unique modern architecture of this church, a symbol of industrial era faith in the heart of Audincourt.
Bonsai Biennale 2026 in Audincourt
The prestigious Bonsai Biennale returns to Audincourt in 2026, showcasing stunning miniature masterpieces from across the region.
Génération Céline - Montbéliard
A vibrant musical tribute to the legendary Céline Dion in Montbéliard, celebrating the greatest hits of a whole generation.
Audincourt is located in eastern France, in the Doubs department, and is part of the Montbéliard metropolitan area. The city's history is inextricably linked to industrialization and the Peugeot family, who established major factories here in the 19th century. Formerly a rural settlement, it quickly evolved into a hub for metalworking and automotive manufacturing. A modern architectural gem is the Sacré-Cœur Church, built between 1949 and 1951. It is world-famous for its stained glass windows by Fernand Léger and a mosaic by Jean Bazaine, making it a significant destination for art enthusiasts. Today, the city is undergoing structural changes, repurposing former industrial sites into cultural and leisure parks, such as the site of the former foundries. Its location on the Doubs River also gives opportunities for water sports and outdoor recreation.
- Location: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France
- Top sights: Sacré-Cœur Church · Japy Park · Church of the Immaculate Conception
- Nearby: Montbéliard (4 km)
- Population: ~18.578
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun–Aug.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 0 | 1 | 4 | 9 | 13 | 17 | 19 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 5 | 1 |
| Rain mm | 77 | 62 | 74 | 69 | 105 | 95 | 91 | 98 | 73 | 91 | 80 | 89 |
Geography
Facts
- Total area of the municipality is 8.76 km².
- City is situated at an elevation of 314 meters.
- Part of the Communauté d'agglomération du Pays de Montbéliard.
- Hosts the significant annual festival 'Rencontres et Racines'.
- Major site for the metal industry.
- Sacré-Cœur Church is classified as a Monument Historique.
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Sights in the town Audincourt (5)
Frequently asked questions
What is the most famous church?
The Sacré-Cœur church is famous for its mosaics by Fernand Léger.
Was the city industrial?
Yes, Audincourt has a long history in the iron and steel industry.
Where can you relax?
Parc Japy is a green oasis in the town center.
What music festival is held here?
The 'Rencontres et Racines' festival is held annually in summer.
Are there cycle paths?
Yes, the 'EuroVelo 6' cycle path runs very close to the town.
Audincourt: where is it located?
Audincourt is located in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France.
Audincourt: what is there to see?
Highlights include Sacré-Cœur Church, Japy Park, Church of the Immaculate Conception.
Audincourt: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jun, Aug.
Audincourt: why is it worth visiting?
Audincourt is located in eastern France, in the Doubs department, and is part of the Montbéliard metropolitan area.
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