Smallest Cities in Bourgogne

Top 76 cities ranked by smallest cities

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Smallest Cities — Bourgogne

1 Valdoie 5,063

2 Valdahon 5,077

3 Semur-en-Auxois 5,124

4 Marsannay-la-Côte 5,181

5 Saint-Apollinaire 5,211

6 Monéteau 5,225

7 Nuits-Saint-Georges 5,300

8 Grand-Charmont 5,347

9 Tonnerre 5,352

10 Mandeure 5,416

11 Genlis 5,453

12 La Charité-sur-Loire 5,460

13 Bourbon-Lancy 5,484

14 Beaucourt 5,565

15 Montchanin 5,612

16 Villeneuve-sur-Yonne 5,627

17 Chagny 5,684

18 Montbard 5,737

19 Baume-les-Dames 5,759

20 Saint-Florentin 5,994

21 Saint-Rémy 6,046

22 Seloncourt 6,046

23 Châtenoy-le-Royal 6,058

24 Tournus 6,071

25 Delle 6,186

26 Morteau 6,343

27 Louhans 6,466

28 Morez 6,495

29 Decize 6,605

30 Châtillon-sur-Seine 6,939

31 Charnay-lès-Mâcon 7,019

32 Bethoncourt 7,182

33 Blanzy 7,312

34 Gray 7,402

35 Auxonne 7,958

36 Gueugnon 8,486

37 Migennes 8,637

38 Avallon 8,740

39 Digoin 8,941

40 Luxeuil-les-Bains 9,200

41 Fontaine-lès-Dijon 9,234

42 Champagnole 9,239

43 Lure 9,415

44 Longvic 9,527

45 Saint-Vallier 9,670

46 Paray-le-Monial 9,840

47 Quetigny 10,372

48 Varennes-Vauzelles 10,464

49 Chevigny-Saint-Sauveur 10,620

50 Héricourt 10,985

51 Joigny 11,527

52 Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire 11,613

53 Talant 12,082

54 Saint-Claude 12,418

55 Valentigney 12,608

56 Valfin-lès-Saint-Claude 12,966

57 Audincourt 15,577

58 Chenôve 15,791

59 Autun 18,283

60 Vesoul 19,892

61 Montceau-les-Mines 20,221

62 Pontarlier 20,313

63 Lons-le-Saunier 20,678

64 Beaune 24,162

65 Le Creusot 25,590

66 Dole 25,878

67 Sens 28,700

68 Montbéliard 28,865

69 Saint-Leu 29,278

70 Mâcon 35,484

71 Auxerre 41,516

72 Nevers 43,988

73 Chalon-sur-Saône 47,251

74 Belfort 54,562

75 Besançon 128,426

76 Dijon 159,941

The smallest cities in Bourgogne (with populations above 5,000) offer a different quality of life compared to major metropolitan areas. Valdoie has a population of just 5,063. These communities often feature lower costs of living, stronger neighborhood connections, and less congestion.

Small cities can offer significant advantages for residents seeking affordable housing, shorter commutes, and a close-knit community feel. Many serve as regional centers for surrounding rural areas, providing essential services while maintaining a small-town atmosphere.

Despite their smaller size, many of these cities have thriving local economies, good school systems, and access to outdoor recreation. They represent an alternative to the fast-paced lifestyle of major metropolitan areas.

Did You Know?

1. At 5,063 residents, Valdoie is smaller than a single large apartment complex in New York City.
2. Small cities (5,000-10,000) make up the majority of incorporated places in the United States.
3. Many of the smallest cities serve as county seats or regional service centers for surrounding rural communities.

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