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The watchtower under the castle overlooks the surrounding valleys and was used by soldiers to keep watch. As early as the Middle Ages, a bell rang in case of fire or danger and summoned the inhabitants to meetings.
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The small aedicule that can still be seen bears witness to the medieval past of Briançon. Even though its appearance may have changed over the centuries, its location has remained unchanged, as shown on the relief plan of Briançon drawn up in 1735. Today it still houses a bell. The original bell was cast in 1716 to make the big bell for the Collegiate Church. Nearby, a guardhouse was built from which soldiers could sound the alarm
Fires were frequent in Briançon but two were particularly...
Fires were frequent in Briançon but two were particularly...
- TipsDon't hesitate to go up to the covered way, magnificent panorama!
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