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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a beautiful rural region, famous worldwide for its prestigious vineyards and cuisine. From low mountain ranges and plateaus criss-crossed by rivers to the tranquil little towns in the Doubs, you will find everything here except for the hustle and bustle of the big city.
In addition to a city trip to Besançon, we visited a lesser-known corner, the Dombes region. Its thousand ponds make for an unusual landscape.
The region is the most important area for freshwater fish farming in France. Ancient traditions such as pond fishing and horse breeding have been preserved, and exceptional wildlife, especially wild birds, can be observed.
The French are not only known for eating snails, but also for their love of delicious frog legs. And the recipe comes from here. Until a few years ago, the frogs were caught in the local ponds. Today, catching frogs is no longer allowed because their numbers have dwindled in Dombes. Nevertheless, the traditional dish can be found on most menus in regional restaurants.
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