Buffard: Holiday apartments and holiday homes

Buffard combines a distinctive ecclesiastical history with paths through the surrounding area. The Church of Saint-Hilaire has a Flamboyant Gothic choir dating from the 14th century. According to legend, it is said to have housed the relics of the Three Magi, which Emperor Frederick I Barbarossa had stolen from Milan Cathedral, for one night.

For a stay in Buffard, the desire to rent a holiday apartment can serve as the starting point when choosing accommodation.

Culture

Via Rue de la Fontaine, visitors can reach Buffard’s second washhouse. The village’s appearance is also characterised by winegrowers’ houses with vaulted gateways.

Paths

A hiking trail from Buffard leads to a 14th-century oratory that is protected as a historic monument.

Les Vignes is a hike beginning in Buffard that includes geocaching elements. The walk follows small paths behind Buffard’s gardens and houses and introduces visitors to the local vineyards; along the way, they collect clues to find the GPS coordinates of a treasure.

Cuisine

Auberge de Buffard serves traditional Franche-Comté cuisine prepared with fresh regional produce; its culinary offerings include Franche-Comté specialities.

Geographical setting

In Buffard, a road on the right leads to the banks of the Loue. The Arc-et-Senans–Chenecey-Buillon discovery route leads travellers to Buffard and is intended for travel by car or motorcycle.

Other places: Châtelblanc, Émagny, Les Alliés, La Chaux, Amancey, Montbéliard, École-Valentin, Chamesol

For the higher-level travel overview: Doubs.