The Jewish community center, called "Maison du rabbi Cahen" in reference to the Besançon rabbi of the 1960s, is located on Rue Grosjean near Viotte station.Quand Besançon se donne à lire : essais en anthropologie urbaine, page 48. It was opened in the 1970s, when the Jewish community decided to expand beyond strictly denominational activities, by offering cultural activities as well. Its primary function is to serve as premises for associations linked to the Besançon consistory, such as the Israelite Cultural Association, the Judeo-Christian Friendships, the Israelite Scouts of France, and the Female Cooperation in addition to hosting Shabbat meals, theatrical performances, numerous meetings with neighboring communities, a place for teaching Talmud Torah and Hebrew, a youth center, a nursery for small children and finally as a place for certain ancillary ceremonies.
