Old Town Travel Guide

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 £88 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£88
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (211 reviews)
Great hiking and biking available. Dining and shopping interesting and varied within walking distance.

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Auberge de la paix
Maison Soyeuse

Maison Soyeuse

63 grand rue Briançon
The price is £138 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
£138
11 Mar - 12 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Impecavel

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Maison Soyeuse
Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier

Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier

3 out of 5
Avenue du Dauphiné Briançon Hautes Alpes
The price is £85 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
£85
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (624 reviews)
Nice location, close easy walk to the old town. Plenty of parking. Ok breakfast. Don't arrive early, they are very strict on the 3.30pm check in.

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Suite Home Briancon Serre Chevalier
Garrigae Caserne de Briançon & Spa

Garrigae Caserne de Briançon & Spa

42 Avenue René Froger Briançon
The price is £102 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
£102
9 Mar - 10 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! (19 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
Lift Hotel

Lift Hotel

Via Clotes 32 Sauze d'Oulx TO
The price is £185 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
£185
23 Feb - 24 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Sauze d'Oulx. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Sestriere Ski Area and Clotes Ski Lift are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
Good but small room. Rooms at back of house appear smaller than front, which have views and balconies.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Lift Hotel
Du Parc Hotel

Du Parc Hotel

3 out of 5
Via Monfol 9 Sauze d'Oulx TO
The price is £89 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
£89
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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! (135 reviews)
Great location, lovely modern hotel with friendly staff

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Du Parc Hotel
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