Dole Travel Guide

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Remains of a Roman bridge

Remains of a Roman bridge, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  You'll also see remains of the Roman times in Dole: On the Doubs river, you'll see the arcs of an old Roman bridge. You can see it pretty could from the Avenue de Lahr (D973). 

Louis Pasteur museum

Louis Pasteur museum, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  The chemist Louis Pasteur was born in Dole in 1822. His birthplace, which is a typical tannery house, is now a museum. It gives information about Pasteur's life, his family and scientific works. When I came across the name Pasteur I first thought of "pasteurize". But he's... 

Canal des Tanneurs

Canal des Tanneurs, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  The Canal des Tanneurs (tanner canal) is a small canal running parallel of the Rhine-Rhône-Canal nex to the old town. It's a nice place, with a promenade and flowers, trees and old tannery houses. 

Old town and church Notre Dame

Old town and church Notre Dame, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  Something you cannot overlook in Dole is the collegiate church Notre Dame, with it's large and 75 meter high tower. The church was build in the 16th century and has a remarkable organ which was constructed by Riepp. The inside of the church is currently being renovated, so... 

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Hotel Restaurant La Chaumiere

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Hotels  

Chez Bach, Chaussin: Fabulous food near Dole

Chez Bach, Chaussin: Fabulous food near Dole, Dole

 eastridinglass Says:  I stayed at this hotel en route between the Alps and the UK. It's in the top category of Logis de France for accommodation and food. The accommodation is adequate with comfortable beds and clean facilities, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. There's a safe car-park.... 

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Transportation  

Dole by boat

Dole by boat, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  Dole has a harbour at the Rhine-Rhône-Canal which is located below the old town. You hear find the boat rental company Nicols where you can rent houseboats. Staying at the port is free the first night, you only have to pay for electric power and water if you use it. A bakery... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Cycling along the Rhine-Rhône-Canal

Cycling along the Rhine-Rhône-Canal, Dole

 himalia11 Says:  There's a nice cycle way along the Rhine-Rhône-Canal from Dole in direction Besançon. We just cycled there a bit, although the bikes that we rented together with our boat were not the best. The path is mostly paved and is part of the EuroVeloRoute from Nantes to Budapest.... 

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 The old town of Dole is worthy of a visit in its own right. Head for the top of the hill. Visit the the area around the collegiate church of Notre Dame especially on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday... 

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