Arbois is a commune in the Jura department in eastern France

Geography

Arbois is built on the shores of the Cuisance River.

Wine

The area produces some of the best Jura wines, including vin jaune (yellow wine) and vin de paille (straw wine), in the Arbois AOC.

Sights

Tourist attractions include:

• Château Pécauld
• Saint Just church
• Pasteur Museum
• The Gloriette tower
• The cave of Les Planches (Grotte des Planches) (5 km away)

Miscellaneous

Louis Pasteur, born in nearby Dole, was raised in Arbois and conducted various experiments related to fermentation in his home, which is now a museum.

See also

• French wine
• Straw wine

External links

• Official Arbois website
• Tourism Office website