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.
Built between the two world wars, this private church was the result of a joint desire by the inhabitants of Sainte-Catherine and the...
A true work of art, combining technical and aesthetic prowess, this bridge was built to provide a link between the upper town and the...
This chapel is best known for its wall paintings dating from the last quarter of the 15th century. The theme of the heavenly Jerusalem...
Briançon, star of the valleys
Located at the convergence of five valleys - Haute-Durance, Guisane, Clarée, Ayes and Cerveyrette -...
Since July 2008, the Vauban fortifications in Briançon have been included on the prestigious list of World Heritage Sites alongside...
The fort, accessible from the Champ de Mars, was envisaged by Vauban as early as 1692 to occupy a flat area of land that dangerously...
The chapel of St John the Baptist of Pananches has just been restored. It has a sundial on the outside, and inside a fragment of wall...
Situated at the bottom of the Grande Rue of the Cité Vauban, below the Place médecin général Blanchard, the present-day garden known as...
Designed as an advanced sentinel in the 18th century chain of fortifications, Fort Dauphin provided a crossfire with Fort des Salettes...