The Citadel of Besançon, designed by Vauban and a masterpiece
of the XVII century, is the premier tourist destination of the Franche-Comté.
This magnificently restored fortress houses several museums as well
as a large number of animal enclosures.
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Unique and unexpected, the Museum of Besançon displays very
varied naturalized and living collections. It illustrates in an
original way, a way that is extremely unusual in France, the diversity
of life.
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Walking the Ramparts
A
unique panorama over Besançon and its surrounding areas
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Wander round the site in your own
time with a 13 stage audio guide tour, learn about
the history of the Citadel as well as the basic elements
of military architecture and the urban landscape.
French audio guides (one for adults and one for children),
English and German audio guides also available. |
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