Come and retrace the steps of Aspirant Jan, the hero of the liberation of Briançon, from the Porte d'Embrun to the top of the château fort where the German soldiers were entrenched on 6 September 1944. The tour will also cover the fighting in June 1940, the occupation and liberation of Briançon.
Duration: 2h
RDV: Porte d'Embrun, near the war memorial, Jean Freund car park nearby.
Please allow plenty of time for travel and parking if the tour is to leave on time.
The guide reserves the right to cancel or interrupt any tour if necessary for the safety of visitors.
Tours are available for groups of 2 or more.
The fort has no water or public toilets. Please bring suitable mountain clothing and footwear.
Thursday 2 July 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.
Sunday 6 September 2026 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Sunday 18 October 2026 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Wednesday 11 November 2026 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Full price: €7
Concession price: €5
Free for children under 6
No payment on the day of the visit.
Limited number of places.
Booking essential:
- online via the Serre Chevalier & Briançon Tourist Office website
OR
- in person at the Heritage Service reception and shop and at the Serre Chevalier & Briançon Tourist Office.
