Morbier is a commune in the Franche-Comté region of eastern France. It is located at an altitude of 800 meters (2,625 feet) in the Jura Mountains, near the Swiss border. The climate is temperate, with warm summers and cold winters. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 12th century. It was once part of the Duchy of Burgundy, and later became part of France in the 17th century. Morbier is known for its cheese, which is made from cow's milk and has a distinctive black line running through it.
Famous Persons from Morbier, Franche-Comté, France
- Jean-Marie Bourgeois - Born on November 19, 1939 - Cross-country skier, and Nordic combined skier (died: June 6, 2020)
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