Take on Besançon's fortifications. After the conquest of Franche-Comté under Louis XIV, Vauban transformed the town into a stronghold. He built the Citadelle,
now considered to be one of the most beautiful in France, and innovated by adding bastioned towers to the ramparts. The engineer's work has been recognised by UNESCO
in 2008.
Dates
Opening periods
23/10/2025 at 10:30 am
18/11/2025 10 :30 16/01/2026 10 :30
16/03/2026 10 :30
Fri 01/16 : from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mon 03/16 : from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Mon 03/16 : from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm
Practical information
Activities
Cultural activities
Guided tours
Rates
| MINI | Max | Additional information | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free of charge | 0 | Free: for disabled people, jobseekers and children under 12. | |
| Basic rate | 9 | ||
| Special rate | 6 | Reduced rate: Students, under-18s, member associations of the Tourist Office and Convention Bureau | |