At an altitude of 1,326 metres Briançon is the highest town in Europe. Five river valleys, those of the Durance, Guisane, Cerveyette, Clarée and Ayes, converge within the vicinity of Briançon itself and provide natural route ways through the high Alpine ranges.

Renowned for its exceptional climate, Briançon has nearly 300 days of sunshine a year much to the pleasure of visitors all seasons round.

During winter, skiers are enjoy the 250km of slopes at the Serre-Chevalier ski resort.

During Summer, a whole range of activities are possible, walking, climbing, canyoning, mountain biking, cycling, tennis, water sports, canoeing, rafting, paraglyder, hydrospeed, fishing and swimming.

Close to the Italian border, Briançon has been a strategically important town. Built to ward off invaders, Briançon has preserved remarkable fortifications designed in the 18th century by Vauban, the most famous French military engineer.With its monuments, frescoes and sculptured wooden doors encountered at every turn of its winding streets, Briançon has won its place among the towns of art and history.

Situated in the heart of the French Alps, you can just as easily come across lavender, typical of the Southern Alps, as you can find the soft green vegetation from the Northern Alps in valleys surrounding Briançon.

Briançon is : 98 km from Gap - 108 km fromTurin - 117 km from Grenoble - 682 km from Paris