Cleaned streets after demonstration

The streets of Besançon’s city center were cleaned up the day after a large demonstration on October 17, removing visible signs of the event such as waste and debris. Municipal workers started the cleanup efforts late on the day of the protest, ensuring that by Sunday, the area appeared nearly untouched by the previous day’s events.

Return to normalcy in the city center

By Sunday, the city center had largely returned to its usual appearance, with shops open and regular activities resuming. The Beaux-Arts parking lot and the local market saw their usual clientele return, and conversations among residents centered on the events of the previous day.

Resident’s reaction to the cleanup

A local resident praised the city’s response to the damage caused by the demonstration, calling it the best reply to those who vandalized the area. He noted that the cleanup made the city feel as if nothing had happened and even suggested that the municipal services had left the area cleaner than before.

Remaining damages to businesses

While the visible signs of the demonstration have been removed, some businesses in the area still suffer from damage. Notably, the Lacoste store on the Grande rue and the CIC bank branch have sustained damage that goes beyond the cleanup efforts focused on the streets.