Fort Barraux is one of the oldest and most prestigious defences in the Alps. A bastioned fortification created in the 16th century, it was subsequently modified, notably by Vauban in the 18th century.
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This type of architecture, which appeared in Italy in the early 16th century, is the successor to the traditional fortified castles. This can be explained by the evolution of firearms, and in particular cannons, which were becoming more and more efficient. A bastioned fortification is characterized by its star shape, bristling with bastions (pentagonal structures replacing the cylindrical corner towers of medieval times) and advanced works.
Fort Barraux would be revised and improved over...
Fort Barraux would be revised and improved over...
Rates
Rates
From 1 May 2025 to 28 September 2025
From 1 May 2025 to 28 September 2025
Adult
10€
Reduced price
3€
Guided tours are free for children under 12.
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Bank/credit card
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CashGroups (Max capacity)
Groups (Max capacity)
- 40 Maximum number of people
Openings
Openings
Sunday
at 15:00
Open
Open
Open
Open
Monday
at 15:00
Tuesday
at 15:00
Wednesday
at 15:00
Thursday
at 15:00
Friday
at 15:00
Saturday
at 15:00
Sunday
at 15:00
Monday
at 15:00
Tuesday
at 15:00
Wednesday
at 15:00
Thursday
at 15:00
Friday
at 15:00
Saturday
at 15:00
Sunday
at 15:00
Location
Location
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- In the country
- Close to a motorway
Access
Access
- From Grenoble, freeway A41 towards Chambéry, exit N°22
