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A masterpiece by Vauban and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Citadel is now home to three museums with the "Musées de France" label: the Musée comtois, the Museum and its various animal exhibits, and the Museum of Resistance and Deportation.
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THE CITA’CAST
Citadel of Besançon
UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Vauban Monument
Protector of your assets
Comtois Museum
A key player in the dialogue between cultures and societies
Museum of Resistance and Deportation
History Museum, a civic tool
Museum
Guardian of biodiversity
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Discovery tour of the permanent exhibition and the deportation art galleries
Du 10 au 13 février 2026
Visite guidée du Naturalium
Samedi 14 février 2026
Tour – The Citadel in the 17th century
Dimanche 15 février 2026
Atelier – Récup’ Perruque
Mercredi 18 février 2026
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In 2026, light reinvents the Citadel
06.01.2026
A book to understand the geology and landscapes of Besançon
30.12.2025
Newsletter No. 14 from the Museum of Resistance and Deportation
12.12.2025
Discover the construction of the Citadel in a fun way!
19.09.2025
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"The Curse of the Centuries" adventure game
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Half-day animal care for adults and children
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