Star of stone on its glacial lock, dominating the gorges of Guil, Fort-Queyras throws by its characteristic silhouette of the works of Vauban! Impossible to miss this emblem cherished by the Queyrassins, you pass at its feet to go up the valley!
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Intrigued? Want to find out more? Here are a few facts about this architectural gem in the Queyras massif:
Given this lock’s strategic position, it is likely to have been built in Roman times.
A medieval castle built by the Counts of Albon defended Queyras from bands of looters from as early as 1265. In the 16th century, the Wars of Religion and, in 1695, the assault by Savoyard troops led to many changes to the fort.
In addition to its defensive role, Fort Queyras was used as a prison...
Given this lock’s strategic position, it is likely to have been built in Roman times.
A medieval castle built by the Counts of Albon defended Queyras from bands of looters from as early as 1265. In the 16th century, the Wars of Religion and, in 1695, the assault by Savoyard troops led to many changes to the fort.
In addition to its defensive role, Fort Queyras was used as a prison...
Services
Car park
Animals accepted
- Equipment
- Toilets
- Exhibition space
- Parking nearby
- Services
- Pets welcome
- Themed tour
Rates
From 1 May 2025 to 2 November 2025
Full price
13€
Child
10€
Student
10€
Family pass
From 40€ to 50€
Group adults
10€
Check
CashOpenings
From 1 May 2025 until 2 November 2025
Monday
10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
10:00 - 18:00
Thursday
10:00 - 18:00
Friday
10:00 - 18:00
Saturday
10:00 - 18:00
Sunday
10:00 - 18:00
Location
Contact Fort-Queyras
- www.fortqueyras.fr
Environment
- Near shuttle stop
- Mountain view
- Close to a public transportation
- Close to GR footpath
- Overview on river
