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Briançon UNESCO world heritage sites

Fort du Randouillet at Castelnau-de-Levis
Briançon was surveyed by Vauban in 1692. His master plan for the defenses of the city would result in one of the most heavily fortified locales in France over the next forty years. Constructed to Vauban's plan between 1724 and 1734, the site was chosen to protect the lower Fort des Tetes from an enemy on the heights.

Fort des Tetes on Chemin des Fontaines
It was first established as a permanent fortification in the 1720s and was used by the French army until 1940.

Asfeld Bridge at Le Pont d'Asfeld
The Pont d'Asfeld, east of the town, was built in 1734, and forms an arch of 40 m span, thrown at a height of 56 m across the Durance.

Castle Fort on rue Aspirant Jan
At first medieval fort in the time of the Dauphins, it will be the object of numerous projects which will end in its transformation in 19th century.

Cite Vauban at 1 Porte de Pignerol
The historical centre is a strongly fortified town, built by Vauban to defend the region from Austrians in the 17th century. Its streets are very steep and narrow, though picturesque.

Fort of the Salettes on chemin des Salettes
The ensemble is well preserved, the stone masonry of sizes and decorations including the royal coat of arms have been preserved.