Salins-les-Bains

Salins-les-Bains, in the narrow valley of the Furieuse, is noted for its brine springs, which were already being exploited in Roman times and are still used for medicinal purposes. A tour of the workings, 250 m/820ft underground, is an impressive experience. The town still preserves remains of its old walls. The church of St-Anatole (13th C.) is a fine example of Burgundian Gothic. In the 18th C. Town Hall is the 17th C. chapel of Notre-Dame-la-Libératrice.