Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon doesn't just offer breathtaking scenery and outdoor activities.
It also boasts a vibrant cultural heritage that bears witness to its fascinating history.
From the ancient churches and chapels that dot the villages to the forts and museums that tell the story of centuries of mountain life, Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon is a true celebration of Alpine culture. Visitors are invited to explore this rich heritage through guided tours that reveal the secrets of historic buildings and preserved traditions.
Whether you're a history buff, architecture lover or simply curious to discover the cultural roots of our beautiful region, Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon offers a captivating immersion in the past, enriching your experience far beyond the ski slopes.
Located on a narrower and steeper position than the other works, this fort is built on three platforms. Its main role was to prevent an...
The Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas dominates the ramparts of Briançon. Its history is strongly linked to the Catholic...
Designed as an advanced sentinel in the 18th century chain of fortifications, Fort Dauphin provided a crossfire with Fort des Salettes...
The Museum presents the communal collection of sacred art, from the 31 chapels and churches that still exist in the commune. Aubusson...
The pivotal point of Briançon's defensive system, this fort replaced the entrenched camp on the Trois Têtes plateau, which Vauban...
This chapel is best known for its wall paintings dating from the last quarter of the 15th century. The theme of the heavenly Jerusalem...
The church of Saint Marcellin is a very beautiful building from the 16th century, we like to say that it gathers the most beautiful...
An atypical structure in the history of fortification, this covered passage had a triple function: to ensure communication between the...
The watchtower under the castle overlooks the surrounding valleys and was used by soldiers to keep watch. As early as the Middle Ages, a...