Located at an altitude of 1,326 meters, at the confluence of five valleys, Briançon is classified as a City of Art and History and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is, in fact, remarkable in more ways than one... The highest city in France, it was fortified by Vauban in the 18th century and boasts an exceptional collection of military structures, built from the 18th to the 20th centuries to improve its defenses. Its heart beats in the upper town, or Vauban citadel, dominated by the castle fort and surrounded by other fortifications waiting to be discovered: the Fort des Salettes, the Fort des Trois Têtes, and the Fort du Randouillet. Once through the Pignerol gate, the picturesque old town reveals numerous reminders of its past. The 18th-century Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame, the 14th-century Cordeliers Church, the old houses rising on either side of the sloping alleyways, the charming Place d'Armes surrounded by pretty, colorful facades reminiscent of Provence, and the fountains and sundials are just some of the discoveries that await architecture enthusiasts.

Lovers of beautiful nature hikes will not be disappointed, as the Auberge de la Paix, listed on the "Route des Grandes Alpes," is located on the GR 50 hiking trail, offering wonderful opportunities for exploration. In winter, Briançon transforms into a popular destination for skiers who appreciate its ski area, part of the renowned Serre Chevalier Vallée Briançon resort. With 250 km of slopes, Serre Chevalier Vallée is the largest independent ski area in France. Slopes suitable for everyone, for all levels of skiing, from valley skiing to skiing through larch forests, as well as high-mountain experiences with renowned off-piste areas. Awarded the "Famille Plus" label, Serre Chevalier is ideally suited to families who can enjoy numerous activities to share together or separately.