The Chapelle de Saint-Fromont gives Bonfol a distinctive cultural connection: it was built in 1866 by the Bonfol parish and is dedicated to Saint Fromond. The day after Ascension Day, a pilgrimage with a procession leads from the church via a spring crowned by a statue, through fields and forests to the chapel.
Saint Fromond has been venerated since the beginning of the 17th century; significant pilgrimages extended from the Doubs to Alsace. Ceramics are also part of the village’s history. The Musée de la poterie de Bonfol presents the artisanal and industrial activities associated with Bonfol’s multicoloured clay, which was used for ceramics over several centuries. In March 2014, the museum was expanded with an interactive space that illustrates the machines and techniques involved in the transition from artisanal to industrial ceramic production and is intended for courses and workshops.
Culture and history
The «Découverte du village» tour is a cultural and historical educational trail in Bonfol. Its stations focus on frescoes, engravings and a scent game; an accompanying booklet contains historical, poetic and anecdotal texts.
Nature and trails
The Étangs de Bonfol are considered a nature reserve and are home to numerous plant and animal species. There are three signposted hiking trails at the Étangs, with several information boards about forests, ponds, flora and fauna.
The Sentier du Km 0 follows a 7.5 km route through predominantly flat, wooded terrain and provides access to remains of the French, Swiss and German fronts.
Activities and transport
The Piste finlandaise in Bonfol is a sports trail with 10 playful stations. Bonfol is also located on Francovélosuisse cycling loops No. 645 «Entre Alsace et Jura Suisse» and No. 646 «Boucle de l’Ajoie».
Bonfol is served by a Swiss Federal Railways (SBB) line from Porrentruy, as well as by PostBus services towards Beurnevésin and as far as Porrentruy.
Anyone choosing Bonfol as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Regional cuisine
The Restaurant du Grütli offers a carp friture that is known throughout the region.
