French senatorial elections scheduled for Côte-d’Or and Doubs

Senatorial elections are scheduled for Sunday, September 27, 2026, in the French departments of Côte-d’Or and Doubs. In Côte-d’Or, grand electors will cast their votes at the Cité judiciaire in Dijon between 8:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. Participation is mandatory for members of the electoral college; failure to vote without a legitimate reason may result in a 100-euro fine.

In Doubs, 1,661 grand electors will choose three senators from six competing lists. Local mayors have expressed specific expectations for the candidates, emphasizing the need for representatives who understand rural realities. Key concerns raised by local officials include the management of municipal budgets, the burden of taxes and regulations on small communes, and the need for senators to provide administrative support and assistance in securing subsidies.