Briançon is an ancient city fortified by the Maréchal de Vauban at the end of the XVII century. Just enjoy its history , its picturesque streets and its shops.
Briançon is situated near the Ecrins National Park, the Queyras Regional Park and the Clarée valley.
Summer or winter numerous sporting activities are easily available: skiing, hiking, cycling, mountain biking, climbing, rafting...
In 2007, Briançon is a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage.
It has recently been nominated by L'Equipe Newspaper as the most sportive town of less than 20000 inhabitants in France.
