Lods

Lods is a commune in the Doubs département in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region in eastern France. It is a member of Les Plus Beaux Villages [de France] Association.

Geography

Lods is located southeast of Ornans in the valley of the Loue River.

History

It is first documented in 1189, and there are archaeological remains from the fifth and the seventh centuries.

Economy

was the primary activity until the phylloxera infestation. The arrival of the railroad caused both the vineyards and the forges to decline due to outside competition.

Tourism

Lods is a village with two hotels and a campground. Outdoor activities include tennis, fishing, and canoeing. Also worth seeing are the Musée de la Vigne et du Vin viticulture museum and art gallery.