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More to see in Briancon

It doesn’t matter if you visit Briancon in summer or in winter, the city always has much to offer to its guests. Fans of recreation and various outdoor activities will not need to worry they will get bored during their vacation in the fabulous Alpine city. Without a doubt, no Briancon holiday is possible without exploration of the Serre Chevalier. This valley has been famous since the Roman Empire times. Back then, it was already a popular recreation destination with famous baths. There are still some ruins of the Roman Empire period in the region, such as fragments of the ancient road that is located below the Lautaret pass. The glorious history of the region didn’t end together with the Roman Empire. In the 14th century, Serre Chevalier became a part of the Republic of Escartons, and Briancon became its capital. Later, this region joined the French kingdom. Nowadays, there are many hiking tours that unleash the history of those times. These tours are great for learning more about the region and enjoying the beautiful nature at the same time. For example, take a walk to the Galibier or the Rochilles, and in the area between Nevache and Valloire you will see unusual ancient signs that have a Savoie cross and the French lily on different sides. Not only fans of history will be delighted with Serre Chevalier. It is an ancient geological formation with many extraordinary spots. The Rocher blanc in the valley of Guisane is one of them. It is possible to see an … Read further

Chapters of the guide to Briancon

Hotels for romantic escape

Within walking distance of the city center is a famous guesthouse - Auberge Le Mont Prorel, which is bordered by an incredibly beautiful forest. The hotel provides couples with chic double rooms in different colors decorated with antiques. Necessary attributes of all the rooms are a king-size bed dressed in satin linens and a beautiful natural wood finish. Thanks to the abundance of lamps and lights, creating a … Open

Hotels with history of Briancon

Popular Le Grenier is also decorated in full accordance with national traditions. In addition to the woodwork, the interior is complemented by interesting country-style accessories: stuffed animals, old tableware, and crafts made of wood. The apartment has beautiful antique furniture made of noble woods and decorated with fine carvings and paintings. Here you can see a lovely living room with a large round table … Open

Stylish hotels

The most beautiful historical street of Briançon accommodates Hotel Auberge de la Paix, which is designed in a sophisticated and romantic style. Each and every element of its rooms' interior is thought out to the smallest detail; they are furnished with chic beds decorated with high carved headboards, unusual chandeliers with many pendants and vintage lamps, beautiful paintings, and designer accessories in a … Open

Travel guide to Briancon

The most fascinating affair is a long walk though the town. This way one can see various monuments and unique historical buildings all over the place. Walking lovers should consider the fact that the streets in Briancon are really steep and the long walk can be very difficult. Modern Briancon is famous not only due to first-rate alpine skiing tracks, but for great sanatoria. Many tourists choose them for their … Open

Traditions and mentality of Briancon

Communication with local people should also be made as laconic as possible. By no means should foreigners start with discussing serious questions and talk straight about the main theme. Start with something neutral and enjoy “small talks”. Business travelers should particularly not forget about this simple rule. When discussing something with local people, it is virtually impossible to prove that your opinion … Open

Cuisine and top restaurants

When it comes to food regime, there are some peculiarities that foreign tourists should not forget about. They shouldn’t expect to find a variety of food for breakfast. As a rule, locals order fresh buns and croissants together with coffee – breakfasts are really light here. However, lunches start quite early, already in the noon. A typical lunch consists of three dishes. A light soup or broth is a typical … Open

Top sigths of France

Versailles has become a true shrine of medieval culture. The same named palace is the biggest sight of this place. Long ago it was the residence of French kings, so its spacious halls have retained their elegance and luxury till our days. During an excursion in the palace, tourists will know more about the history of that place and the purpose of every room. The most famous landmarks of Versailles are the Grand Canal and the Neptune Fountain. Versailles is located in the centre of a beautiful park decorated with statues and fountains. There are two historic buildings in the distant part of the park – the Grand Trianon and the Petite Trianon. … Open

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