Snowshoeing through Vauban's fortifications

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Discover Vauban's fortifications on snowshoes!

After a walk through the forest to discover perspectives on the Briançonnais landscape and the tracks left by wildlife in the snow, visit one of the major structures of the 18th century UNESCO World Heritage fortified barrier.

These outings are supervised by Terres de Trek mountain guides and guide-lecturers from Briançon's Heritage Department.

Visits are subject to snow conditions and a minimum of 5 participants.
The tour may be cancelled if the above conditions are not met.
In short
  • To which public :
    • adults
    • children à partir de 8 ans
  • Rates :
    • paying
  • Conditions to practice the activity :
    • minimum age 8 ans
  • required sport level :
    • accessible to everyone
  • Not recommended, not suitable :
    • persons with reduced mobility
    • children under 8 ans
    • people with mobility problems
  • Meeting points :
    • Briançon - car park under the Communication Y at Fontchristiane
  • meeting points GPS coordinates :
    • Latitude : 44.89221158769157
    • Longitude : 6.650086641311646
  • Duration :
    • 2:30
Advantages
  • The advantages :
    • The guide knows all the facets of Briançon
    • He is at your disposal. Do not hesitate to ask him questions
    • the guide's explanations are aimed at adults and can also be adapted to a young audience
Please note
  • Ticket sales :
    • You can buy tickets online or at Serre Chevalier Tourist office
  • Equipment provided :
    • snowshoes and poles
  • Equipment required :
    • water bottle
    • rucksack
    • warm and/or waterproof clothing
    • hat, gloves
    • waterproof footwear suitable for snowshoe walking
  • The price includes :
    • supervision by a guide
    • supervision by a guide
    • entry to a fort
    • equipment: snowshoes + poles
    • transfer to the meeting point for people without a vehicle (subject to availability)
  • The price does not include :
    • snacks
    • water
  • Important point :
    • non-cancellable, non-refundable
    • telephone contact in case of problems before leaving for the activity 06 67 91 90 55
    • outdoor/indoor visits subject to weather conditions. They start on time whatever the weather
    • the guide reserves the right to cancel or interrupt any tour if necessary for the safety of the visitors
    • Tours / activities are available for groups of minimum : 5 personnes
    • Guided tour only in French
  • Recommended parking :
    • Briançon - free car park under the Communication Y

Availability and Rates

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Merci beaucoup. Nous avons passé un excellent moment!
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Review written on 08/02/2026
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RAS tout était parfait
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Review written on 06/02/2026
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Review written on 02/02/2026
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Binôme guide + guide de montagne (Visite effectuée en hiver) parfait.
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Destination
Porte de Pignerol
Cité Vauban
05100
BRIANCON
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 44.89219
Longitude : 6.65037