Alpes

Briançon is a town located in the Hautes-Alpes department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of Southeastern France. It is the highest city in France, with an altitude of 1,326 meters. The town has a rich history and is part of the Fortifications of Vauban UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Visitors can explore the picturesque citadel of Vauban, the Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame, and the Church of the Cordeliers. The town also offers various outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, paragliding, canoeing, rafting, and skiing in winter. Briançon is part of the Serre Chevalier ski area, which has over 1,000 km of slopes. The town hosts several events throughout the year, including the Altitude Jazz Festival, the medieval festival, and the Offenbachiades