Visit of the Fort des Salettes

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Presentation

This little redoubt (small enclosed fort) designed by Vauban, just a few minutes from the historic town, gives you a chance to gain some perspective on the town's defensive system.
After a 25-minute walk, visit this perched sentinel keeping watch over Briançon.
In short
  • To which public :
    • For all
  • Rates :
    • paying
  • Not recommended, not suitable :
    • people with mobility problems
  • Meeting points :
    • Briançon - Service du patrimoine - Porte de Pignerol
  • meeting points GPS coordinates :
    • Latitude : 44.90097000000003
    • Longitude : 6.644130000000075
  • Duration :
    • 2:30
  • Concerning ticketing :
    • REDUCED RATE ON PROOF for: students, job seekers, French RSA beneficiaries, large families, disabled persons, OT guest card, Heritage Pass, Monumental partnership!
    • VALID PROOF OF IDENTITY MUST BE PRESENTED TO THE GUIDE BEFORE THE VISIT, WITHOUT PROOF OF IDENTITY ACCESS TO THE VISIT WILL BE REFUSED AND THE VISIT WILL NOT BE REFUNDED
Advantages
  • About the activity :
    • After a 25-minute climb on a stony path, you will reach the small redoubt designed by Vauban to prevent the enemy from positioning itself on a flat area overlooking the town
    • Built between 1709 and 1712, it was transformed into a real fort in the 19th century
  • 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 Briançon Tourist office
  • Equipment required :
    • water bottle
    • hiking boots
    • warm clothes
  • The price includes :
    • visit with a guide-lecturer
  • Important point :
    • non-cancellable, non-refundable
    • 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 are available for groups of minimum : 2 personnes
  • Recommended parking :
    • Paid car park - Champ de Mars

Availability and Rates

Map

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Porte de Pignerol
Cité Vauban
05100
BRIANCON
GPS coordinates
Latitude : 44.90097
Longitude : 6.65128