Join us on a “no talk, just walk” walking tour with captions and live sounds through the beautiful old town of Briançon, the incredible highest town in France. Situate in the French Alps at an altitude of 1,326 meters (4,400 feet) at the confluence of five valleys, Briançon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its extraordinary fortifications designed by French military architect Vauban in the 18th century. The upper town, or Vauban Citadel, is the historic heart of Briançon, dominated by a fortified castle.
Quick links
0:00 Intro highlights
0:41 start walking tour
1:29 Porte de Pignerol
10:35 Place d’Armes
12:53 The Pope’s house
15:50 Place d’Armes
16:15 the well by Vauban
18:27 Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas de Briançon
21:12 landscape
21:34 walls and fortification VAUBAN
25:56 house of the heads
Discover the extraordinary beauty of this mountain town , captured in breathtaking 4K quality.
🌍 Geographical Context
Briançon is located in the Hautes-Alpes department in southeastern France, at an altitude of 1,326 metres (4,350 ft), making it the highest city in France. Its strategic location has made it an important military stronghold throughout history.
📚 Historical Attractions
The Vauban fortifications of Briançon are a UNESCO World Heritage site and showcase the city’s rich military history. These fortifications were built between the 18th and 20th centuries to improve the city’s defensive system.
🏞️ Nearby Attractions
Serre Chevalier: A large ski resort offering world-class skiing and snowboarding.
Parc National des Écrins: A beautiful national park perfect for hiking, wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Col d’Izoard: Famous for its spectacular scenery and as a stop on the Tour de France.
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Did you know that Briançon is the highest city in France? What do you think of its little streets between the colorful buildings?
Quick links
0:00 Intro highlights
0:41 start walking tour
1:29 Porte de Pignerol
10:35 Place d'Armes
12:53 The Pope's house
15:50 Place d'Armes
16:15 the well by Vauban
18:27 Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas de Briançon
21:12 landscape
21:34 walls and fortification VAUBAN
25:56 house of the heads
Kota Tua Tertinggi 🏔 dan Terindah di Pegunungan Prancis: Briançon -Alps | WALKING TOUR
Beautiful😊😊
Excellent recording, I was looking at the place I was thrilled. By watching the recording, the grey cells are awakened. Great work, great 👍