Fine Arts Exhibition
Fine Arts ExhibitionÉglise Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas de Briançon
Briançon
Built by military architect Vauban in the 1700s, this Baroque church brings serious fortifications energy to its twin square towers and sundial-topped facade. Inside, a simple nave and discreet frescoes tell quieter stories of Briançon's religious and military past.
18th-century Baroque architecture
Military architect Vauban design
Fortified town landmark
Historic sundial and towers
Tips
🖼️"the only representation of the city of Briançon before the fortification"
⏰guided tours reveal secrets of the Porte de Pignerol
🔧20-year restoration project underway since 2017
Église Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas de Briançon
Briançon
Fine Arts ExhibitionFine Arts ExhibitionBuilt by military architect Vauban in the 1700s, this Baroque church brings serious fortifications energy to its twin square towers and sundial-topped facade. Inside, a simple nave and discreet frescoes tell quieter stories of Briançon's religious and military past.
18th-century Baroque architecture
Military architect Vauban design
Fortified town landmark
Historic sundial and towers
Tips
🖼️"the only representation of the city of Briançon before the fortification"
⏰guided tours reveal secrets of the Porte de Pignerol
🔧20-year restoration project underway since 2017