In Fontenois-La-Ville, nature, outdoor activities and local history are distinct highlights: hiking and mountain biking routes cross gentle slopes, botanical activities bring plants into focus, and Saint-Barthélemy Church has a history that reaches back to a medieval predecessor. There are also the Superbe, several ponds and a nature stay at the pace of a Comtois horse. You can shape your stay around the landscape, activities or heritage.
Landscape between pastureland and water
Fontenois-La-Ville lies within the Vallée de la Lanterne Natura 2000 site. This area is designated under both the Birds Directive and the Habitats Directive. Land use also gives the landscape a distinct character: 44 percent of Fontenois-La-Ville’s area is used as pastureland, particularly for livestock farming. Several ponds lie north of the village, and the Superbe flows through the municipality. Pastureland, ponds and the river are different aspects of the local landscape to consider when planning nature and heritage interests.
Trails, fishing and a nature stay
The landscape around Fontenois-La-Ville has hiking trails and circular routes for walkers and mountain bikers. The routes cross gently sloping terrain. You can explore the surroundings on foot or by mountain bike, with the gentle slopes providing a shared landscape setting for both activities. Fishing is also possible in the rivers and ponds around Fontenois-La-Ville. Check the applicable rules before fishing.
Roulottes de Fontenois offers a nature stay at the pace of a Comtois horse. This experience has a different focus from the routes for walkers and mountain bikers: those centre on travelling along trails, while this stay is expressly described as following the rhythm of a Comtois horse. This distinction can help you plan around two different nature experiences.
Garden visits and botanical outings
Mathieu Morel – Maraîcher offers garden tours and botanical outings. Pick-your-own is also available, but by prior arrangement. The activities have different focuses: a garden tour centres on the garden, a botanical outing explores plants, and pick-your-own lets you take part yourself. If you plan to include one of these activities, confirm the date and availability in advance; booking is required for pick-your-own.
Saint-Barthélemy Church and its building history
Saint-Barthélemy Church dates mainly from the 17th and 18th centuries. Its bell tower dates from 1723, and an 18th-century communion rail is also preserved in the church. The church was built after a medieval predecessor. That earlier building dates to a time when the lands of Fontenois belonged to one of the 27 outlying districts of the Templar commandery of Villedieu-en-Fontenette. The building history and the history of the lands mark different periods: the connection with the commandery belongs to the medieval past, while the present church is mainly associated with the 17th and 18th centuries. The 1723 bell tower and the 18th-century communion rail add two specific architectural details to this account.
Discover more destinations: Plancher-Les-Mines, Port-Sur-SaĂ´ne, Genevreuille, Nantilly, Villers-Bouton, Traves, Servance, Villersexel
For the regional travel overview: Haute-SaĂ´ne.
