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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Are you curious and want to know a little more? Here's some history on this architectural gem in the Queyras massif:
The strategic position of this lock means that it was probably built as early as Roman times.
As early as 1265, the presence of a medieval castle built by the Counts of Albon defended the Queyras against bands of looters. In the 16th century, the Wars of Religion and, in 1695, the assault by Savoyard troops led to numerous modifications to the fort.
In addition to its...
The strategic position of this lock means that it was probably built as early as Roman times.
As early as 1265, the presence of a medieval castle built by the Counts of Albon defended the Queyras against bands of looters. In the 16th century, the Wars of Religion and, in 1695, the assault by Savoyard troops led to numerous modifications to the fort.
In addition to its...
Services
Car park
Animals accepted
- Equipment
- Parking nearby
- Exhibition space
- Toilets
- Services
- Pets welcome
- Themed tour
Rates
From 1 May 2024 to 3 November 2024
Full price
13€
Child
10€
Student
10€
Family pass
From 40€ to 50€
Group adults
10€
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CashOpenings
From 1 May 2024 until 3 November 2024
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
