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Briançon

Statue of "The Great France" was placed at the top of the fort in the French Alps in 1933. It was intended to commemorate the intervention of the US Army in the First World War and to salute world peace. The fort is now in ruins but offers dramatic views of the town below and the French Alps. #History
Statue of "The Great France" was placed at the top of the fort in the French Alps in 1933. It was intended to commemorate the intervention of the US Army in the First World War and to salute world peace. The fort is now in ruins but offers dramatic views of the town below and the French Alps. #History
Briancon sous le soleil ☀️ et quelques nuages !
Construction of this medieval fort began in the 14th century. The castle sits on a rock high above the Vauban city of Briançon. At one time, the fort was considered the highest city in Europe. Mainly ruins, a well-designed self-guided tour is offered at the fort. #History
Medieval village in brainçon, France

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Statue of "The Great France" was placed at the top of the fort in the French Alps in 1933. It was intended to commemorate the intervention of the US Army in the First World War and to salute world peace. The fort is now in ruins but offers dramatic views of the town below and the French Alps. #History

Vauban Fortress

Learn about the local history of Briançon with a stop at Vauban Fortress. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area.

Vauban Fortress

Park House Briancon

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Park House Briancon during your trip to Briançon. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area.

Park House Briancon

Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St. Nicolas

Learn about the local history of Briançon when you spend time at Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St. Nicolas. You can seek out the ski slopes while in the area.

Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St. Nicolas

Prorel Gondola

You can take time to visit Prorel Gondola during your travels to Le Villaret. Discover the area's spas and seek out its ski slopes.

Prorel Gondola

Casino Barriere Briancon

Why not try your luck with a visit to Casino Barriere Briancon during your travels in Briançon? Discover the area's spas and seek out its ski slopes.

Casino Barriere Briancon

Prorel, tronçon 1

You can take time to visit Prorel, tronçon 1 during your travels to Le Villaret. Discover the area's spas and seek out its ski slopes.

Prorel, tronçon 1

Top hotels in Old Town

Auberge de la paix

Auberge de la paix

3 out of 5
3 Rue Porte Méane Briançon Hautes-Alpes
The price is ฿3,642 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿3,642
฿4,087 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Briançon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Montgenevre Ski Resort and Vauban Fortress are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (213 reviews)
Great little hotel in a beautiful location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Auberge de la paix
Maison Soyeuse

Maison Soyeuse

63 grand rue Briançon
The price is ฿4,730 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
฿4,730
฿5,360 total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Briançon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Montgenevre Ski Resort and Vauban Fortress are ...
Maison Soyeuse
Garrigae Caserne de Briançon & Spa

Garrigae Caserne de Briançon & Spa

42 Avenue René Froger Briançon
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,570 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿3,570
฿4,085 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Briançon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Montgenevre Ski Resort and Prorel Gondola ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
It was okay. Wouldnt consider it a 4 star. Did not feel the value was worth it. The hot tub didn’t work throughout our stay, which is the primary reason for booking. The massage was in organized and disappointing. The room cleaning wasn’t great. Breakfast was way over priced, and the building was ...

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Garrigae Caserne de Briançon & Spa
Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier

Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier

3 out of 5
Avenue du Dauphiné Briançon Hautes Alpes
The price is ฿2,890 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,890
฿3,260 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Briançon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Montgenevre Ski Resort and Prorel Gondola are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (638 reviews)
terrible furniture, falling apart handles.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier
Du Parc Hotel

Du Parc Hotel

3 out of 5
Via Monfol 9 Sauze d'Oulx TO
Stay at this property in Sauze d'Oulx. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (140 reviews)
Absolutely fantastic. Great location. Lovely staff. Maybe a pack on arrival regarding buses and ski passes etc. There are a lot of questions on a ski trip. Maybe also have spa use in the day for this not skiing. Lovely staff at bar, restaurant and front desk. Cleaning team lovely too. Thank you

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

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Hotel Lacour

Hotel Lacour

3 out of 5
Rn 94 Eygliers Gare Eygliers
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Eygliers. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Eygliers Water Reservoir and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (157 reviews)
Très bon accueil et équipe au top. Les chambres sont tout à fait convenables.

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

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