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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a region in eastern France that was created through the administrative reorganization of French regions in 2016. It resulted from the merger of two former regions: Burgundy (Bourgogne) and Franche-Comté.

Burgundy has a rich historical legacy dating back to the Roman era. It became a powerful duchy in the medieval period and played a significant role in European politics and culture. The Duchy of Burgundy reached its height of influence in the 15th century under the rule of the Valois dukes, such as Philip the Bold and Philip the Good. Burgundy was known for its wealth, art, and architecture during this period.

Franche-Comté, on the other hand, has a history closely tied to the Holy Roman Empire. It was a part of the larger region of Franche-Comté, which was often a contested territory between the French and the Habsburgs. The Treaty of Westphalia in 1648 formally ceded Franche-Comté to the French Crown.

The region has witnessed various historical events, including battles, cultural developments, and economic changes over the centuries. The cities of Dijon (in Burgundy) and Besançon (in Franche-Comté) have been centers of political, economic, and cultural activities.