An ideal destination

Choosing Grand Chalon as a business location

Grand Chalon is a welcoming and dynamic region, offering a unique living experience. When you choose this destination, you’re discovering much more than just a place to live; you’re immersing yourself in a warm community, ready to welcome you with open arms. The area offers not only modern infrastructures, but also a friendly atmosphere that will facilitate your integration and enrich your daily life.

Close to nature

An exceptional natural setting

Grand Chalon boasts an exceptional natural setting. The surrounding landscapes, from renowned vineyards to serene rivers, create a magnificent backdrop for your new life. The proximity of nature offers not only opportunities for relaxation and leisure, but also an unrivalled quality of life. Parks, bike paths and hiking trails invite you to explore, offering a welcome escape.

©Fragnes Canal Du Centre Voie Verte Velo Cyclo Ot 82|jerome MARCHE

©Randonnee Velo Cyclotourisme Vignes 2023 Jm 1|Office de Tourisme

Economic dynamism

Grand Chalon offers more than just natural charm: it also boasts a dynamic economic environment. With innovative companies and a wide range of employment opportunities, the region is an ideal location for professional growth. Booming sectors such as technology, agri-food and energy guarantee a wide range of opportunities to build a flourishing career.

Modern infrastructure

The commitment to progress and development is reflected in the modern infrastructure of Grand Chalon. High-quality schools, well-equipped health centers and first-class sports facilities ensure a complete living environment for residents. This focus on basic services creates an environment conducive to family and personal fulfillment.

Cultural richness

An eventful year

Grand Chalon’s cultural richness contributes to its unique appeal. Lively festivals, captivating museums and a dynamic arts scene offer a variety of cultural experiences. By choosing this region, you become part of a community that values art, music and cultural diversity, creating a rich and stimulating social fabric.

Cultural diversity

Scène nationale, Chalon dans la Rue festival, dynamic network of associations, Montgolfiades, Côte Chalonnaise wine marathon, Carnaval, Paulée (harvest festival). Numerous wine festivals also punctuate the festive year in Grand Chalon.

©Voies Bleues Grand Chalon @activetours 5|activetours

Accessibility and connectivity

Accessibility and connectivity are major assets for Grand Chalon. Well-developed transport networks make it easy to get around, whether for work, leisure or travel. The proximity of freeways and rail links ensures efficient connectivity with neighboring cities, while preserving the tranquility of this haven of life.

Affordable cost of living

Building a new life in Grand Chalon means not only enjoying an exceptional quality of life, but also benefiting from an affordable cost of living. Property prices, reasonable public services and a wide range of leisure activities make the area an attractive destination for those seeking a balance between well-being and budget.

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Helping you set up in the Bourgogne Franche Comté region

The region is home to 268,000 companies, and is France’s 1st industrial region, offering thousands of career opportunities in cutting-edge industry (eyewear, metallurgy, etc.), as well as in nuclear power, tech, gastronomy, viticulture, healthcare and crafts.

The region also boasts 3 famous destinations: Burgundy, with its famous vintages and exceptional landscapes 1 hour from Paris, the Southern Vosges and the Jura Mountains for lovers of wide open spaces and thrills; 9 Most Beautiful Villages in France, 8 UNESCO World Heritage sites, an internationally renowned gastronomy (32 Michelin-starred restaurants), and an exceptional cultural scene.

To maintain this dynamism and attract new energies, the local authorities and the Region have set up a system to help new residents settle in.

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