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Societies & CivilizationsMusée des Maisons Comtoises
Nancray · Doubs · Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
The Museum of Comtois Houses is an open-air museum located in Nancray, in the Doubs, near Besançon. It presents thirty-five authentic Comtois buildings that have been reconstructed or preserved, offering an immersive journey dedicated to Franche-Comté rural heritage. The site provides a discovery of the region's traditional architecture and ways of life through its collections and spaces. In addition to visiting the buildings, the museum organizes activities, practical workshops and temporary exhibitions, as well as seasonal themed events. A restaurant and a shop complete the visit experience.
Practical information
Opening hours
Today · 10:00–19:00
See the rest of the week
- Monday
- 10:00–19:00
- Tuesday
- 10:00–19:00
- Wednesday
- 10:00–19:00
- Thursday
- 10:00–19:00
- Friday
- 10:00–19:00
- Saturday
- 10:00–19:00
Hours may vary by season. See current hours →
Address
Rue du Musée
Phone number
+33 3 81 55 29 77Official website
maisons-comtoises.orgGoogle Maps
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Getting there
Nearest station
Mamirolle, 5.9 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
City
25 min by car from Besançon.
Nearest station
Mamirolle, 5.9 km away. A car or taxi is essential.
Parking
On-site parking (visitors only).
Reference city
25 min by car from Besançon.
Distances and times calculated from © OpenStreetMap contributors data · calculated on 2 September 2026
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