Visite: le Fort du Château
The highest point of the Vauban town, at an altitude of 1,400 m at the level of the statue of La France, the former fortified castle of Briançon was the subject of numerous projects that led to its transformation into a real fort in the 19th century.
Enjoy an exceptional panoramic view of the Briançonnais valleys, the World Heritage forts and the town during your visit.
Duration: 2h
RDV: At the Musée de la Mine on the chemin de ronde - Briançon, Cité Vauban
To ensure that your tour departs on time, please allow plenty of time for travel and parking
The guide reserves the right to cancel or interrupt any tour if necessary for the safety of visitors.
Bring shoes suitable for walking, water and loose-fitting clothing. There are many steps during the tour.
Tours are available for groups of 2 people or more.
Access to the Château is via a 15-minute climb. Bring suitable footwear.
Friday 6 June 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Friday 13 June 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Friday 20 June 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Sunday 29 June 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Sunday 6 July 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Thursday 10 July 2025 between 10 am and 12 pm.
Sunday 13 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 17 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Sunday 20 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 24 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Sunday 27 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 31 July 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Sunday 3 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 7 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Sunday 10 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 14 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Friday 22 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Sunday 24 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 4 pm and 6 pm and between 4.30 pm and 6.30 pm.
Thursday 28 August 2025
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 12 pm and between 10.30 am and 12.30 pm.
Sunday 31 August 2025 between 4 pm and 6 pm.
Tuesday 16 September 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Wednesday 24 September 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Saturday 11 October 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Friday 24 October 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Sunday 2 November 2025 between 2.30 pm and 4.30 pm.
Full price: €7
Reduced price: €5
Free for under 6s
Space limited to 15 people.
No payment on site on the day of the visit.
Reservations required:
On-line at the Briançon Serre Chevalier tourist office website
OR
On-site at the heritage department reception and shop and at the Briançon Serre Chevalier tourist office.
