Smallest Cities in Bourgogne

Top 70 cities ranked by smallest cities

Smallest Cities - Bourgogne

1 Valdoie 5,063
2 Valdahon 5,077
3 Genlis 5,093
4 Saint-Vit 5,133
6 Monéteau 5,225
8 Bethoncourt 5,308
9 Grand-Charmont 5,347
10 Tonnerre 5,352
11 Gray 5,365
14 Beaucourt 5,565
15 Chagny 5,684
16 Baume-les-Dames 5,759
17 Blanzy 5,955
18 Saint-Rémy 6,046
19 Seloncourt 6,046
21 Tournus 6,071
22 Delle 6,186
23 Saint-Marcel 6,211
24 Louhans 6,446
25 Morez 6,495
26 Gueugnon 6,528
28 Morteau 6,953
30 Digoin 7,353
32 Auxonne 7,581
33 Champagnole 8,036
34 Saint-Claude 8,386
35 Saint-Vallier 8,508
36 Migennes 8,637
37 Avallon 8,740
38 Longvic 8,896
39 Joigny 9,016
42 Paray-le-Monial 9,291
43 Lure 9,415
45 Quetigny 10,372
47 Héricourt 10,985
48 Talant 12,082
49 Valentigney 12,608
51 Autun 13,172
52 Audincourt 14,071
53 Vesoul 15,078
54 Chenôve 15,791
55 Lons-le-Saunier 16,618
56 Montceau-les-Mines 17,064
57 Pontarlier 18,067
58 Le Creusot 20,509
59 Dole 23,840
60 Beaune 24,162
61 Montbéliard 24,672
62 Sens 27,106
63 Saint-Leu 29,278
64 Nevers 33,085
65 Auxerre 35,097
66 Mâcon 35,177
67 Belfort 45,912
68 Chalon-sur-Saône 47,251
69 Besançon 118,489
70 Dijon 161,830

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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