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Greater Dijon, ranked first overall among French medium-sized cities*, provides an environment conducive to success. Whether you are a local, national, or international company operating in fields such as health, industry, agri-food, or digital technology, Dijon provides what you need to establish and grow your business. Let us guide you through our business parks and provide free, confidential, and bespoke assistance to ensure your project’s success.

*8th edition of the ARTHUR LOYD FRANCE barometer on Attractiveness, Resilience of Metropolitan Areas, and Territorial Transition

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Setting-up or Scaling-up

Setting-up

Establishing your business in Dijon means choosing a highly accessible metropolis strategically located within the Paris-Lyon-Strasbourg triangle. The city boasts a range of business parks, offices, and land options for your needs.

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Scaling-up

Dijon provides ample resources for companies aiming to expand: available land and office spaces, access to a skilled workforce from an employment area with 400,000 inhabitants, and an innovative ecosystem designed to foster business growth.

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Key figures

1^st

first french medium-sized cities

over 16,000

companies

over 100,000

private-sector jobs

over 400,000

residents in the urban area

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A cutting-edge city

Dijon is not only the capital of taste, food transition and hospitality, with 9,000 jobs sector-wide, it's also a national health hub featuring multiple listed companies and 15 research laboratories. Dijon leads in digital transition with a 100% fiber-optic network and is France’s first SMART City, thanks to its OnDijon hypervisor. As an innovation-driven metropolis, it supports numerous start-ups and provides a robust ecosystem for entrepreneurs.

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A student city

Dijon is a true hub for talent, home to more than 20 higher education institutions and a sprawling campus with 40,000 students. The University of Burgundy ranks among the world’s top universities in the Shanghai ranking, with over 1,000 researchers operating across 32 research laboratories.

A green city

Dijon is a trailblazer in low-carbon initiatives both in France and Europe, hosting the world’s first positive-energy Elithis tower. The city promotes soft mobility, offering nearly 400km of cycle paths and an extensive tram and bus network.

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An attractive city

With the highest quality-of-life rankings for a medium-sized city and second overall in its category, Dijon is a fantastic place to live. Conveniently located, it is just 1 hour and 35 minutes from Paris by TGV, with 14 daily connections.

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Meet our amb❤️ssadors

Photo ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne de Nicolas Vernet, cofondateur de Tease Production

Photo ambassadrice Dijon Bourgogne de Laurence Mangenot, directrice du campus ESTP de Dijon

Photo ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne Arthur Deballon, dirigeant AVS Communication et AXO Agencement

Photo ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne David Cacciato, cofondateur de Tease Production

Ambassadrice Dijon Bourgogne Catherine Petitjean

Photo ambassadrice Dijon Bourgogne de Xaviere Castano, cofondatrice de Crossject et directrice RSE Relations publiques.

Nicolas Vernet

Cofounder, Tease Production

Dijon has a rich historical and cultural heritage, and a gastronomic heritage that’s unparalleled. It’s more than just a destination: It’s a thriving ecosystem for entrepreneurs, very open and accessible. The quality of life fosters both personal and professional fulfilment. Setting up Tease Production here allowed me to benefit from an innovative and dynamic network that bridges tradition and innovation, offering exciting opportunities for partnerships and projects.

Laurence Mangenot

Director, ESTP, Dijon Campus

I started working in Dijon in 2018, to open and then develop a new campus for ESTP, an engineering school specializing in sustainable construction. Dijon has the warmth of a small town but it’s a metropolis with ambitious projects and a vital, committed ecosystem which gets these projects off the ground.

Arthur Deballon

Director, AVS Communication and AXO Agencement

With my two companies, I proudly work with local businesses and national brands on bespoke projects in Dijon and across Europe. Dijon’s excellent road, highway, and rail connections places it in the center of a region that stretches far beyond its borders.
I show my attachment to the region by supporting local clubs, events, and cultural venues through partnerships and sponsorships.

Sandrine Vannet

Chief Executive Officer, SEB

Dijon is the heart of Burgundy: a city that combines modernity and heritage.
As the historic birthplace of Groupe SEB, we are proud of our roots in a region renowned for its richness and authenticity.
Our employees find a precious balance here: the human scale of an accessible city, the vitality of a metropolis, easy connections and immediate proximity to nature.
Dijon is also a way of life: traditional and rich gastronomy, exceptional vineyards known throughout the world and remarkable architectural heritage.
Whenever we welcome visitors, we love to show them a beautiful, welcoming city that is resolutely focused on the future.

David Cacciato

Cofounder, Tease Production

Dijon is a city on the go. It’s constantly evolving. That’s why I chose to develop my business here, in city that’s on the move and developing in new ways, with a high quality of life and an environment that fosters innovation and creativity. I’m proud to contribute to this vibrant energy through my audiovisual projects and to draw from its network and local opportunities. Staying in Dijon is also a way of showcasing the city that shaped me and continues to surprise me.

Catherine Petitjean

Chairman & CEO, Mulot & Petitjean

Dijon holds a special place in my heart. My company has been producing traditional Dijon gingerbread since 1796, perpetuating tradition while embracing innovation. The secret of Dijon lies in this ability to merge innovation with tradition. I am delighted to be based in one of France’s great gastronomic and food capitals.

Xavière Castano

Cofounder and Director of CSR & Public Relations, Crossject

I moved to Dijon 26 years ago at the start of my professional journey, and I’ve never left. Dijon is a magical mix of heritage, tradition, passionate and inspiring individuals, as well as the vibrant contrasts of fog and light. Through my company, Crossject, and various regional and national roles, I proudly express my love for the city I now call home.