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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.

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.

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

Ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne Pierre Henri Deballon

Ambassadrice Dijon Bourgogne Laurence Mangenot

Ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne Arthur Deballon

Ambassadeur Dijon Bourgogne David Cacciato

Pierre-Henri Deballon

Cofounder, Weezevent and Chairman, DFCO

For me, Dijon is a city rich in memories of a happy childhood and strong family ties. Knowing and staying connected to your roots is important, especially when they are as enriching as those in Dijon.
As the capital of the Dukes of Burgundy, the city boasts an exceptional heritage while being close to major economic hubs like Paris, Lyon, and Switzerland. As such, it is at the heart of a strong economic dynamic and continues to evolve while capitalizing on its rich traditions, such as the legendary Côte d’Or wines.

Clémentine Noirard

Engie Regional Representative for Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

For 25 years, I have had the privilege of working in Dijon, a city that has seen me grow professionally and which I have watched flourish over the years. Dijon is a metropolis that perfectly combines the advantages of a large city with the charm of proximity. Its extraordinary heritage and commitment to ecology make it a great place to live. This unique combination of modernity and tradition is what makes Dijon so special and attractive.

I never fail to praise its historic city centre and the tomb of the Dukes in the Museum of Fine Arts. A must-see!

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.

Loubaska

Dijon-based influencer

Originally from the Jura, Dijon won me over during my studies. I fell in love with it straight away. I felt right at home and discovered a vibrant, welcoming and gastronomic city. That’s why I regularly showcase Dijon on my TikTok and Instagram accounts.