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Photo : crédits NEUS for Verdon Tourism
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Photo : crédits Robert Palomba for Colmars town hall
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Photo : crédits Robert Palomba for Colmars town hall

A comprehensive tour on the history of the fortifications that will allow you to understand (and access!) this site usually closed to the public.

Description

Step back in time to the era when Colmars-les-Alpes became a key link in the Alpine defense system, on the French side. This themed tour focuses on the pivotal years of the fort's construction. Accompanied by your guide, you will discover why and how this structure was built and become familiar with the vocabulary of Vauban-era military architecture!

Minimum age: 10 years

Other details

Please note that the Calvary redoubt is open only during the tour and exclusively with a guide. It is closed outside of tour hours.

Comfort and amenities

Equipment

  • Parking in the area

Accessibility

  • No wheelchair access.

Rates / opening

Prices

Adult: 6 €.

Free for children under 18, members.

Opening

From 10/05 to 05/07/2026 on Sundays from 10:30 p.m.

Monday, July 13, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, July 20, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, July 27, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, August 3, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, August 10, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, August 17, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Monday, August 24, 2026 from 10:30 a.m.

Canceled in case of bad weather.

Payment method

  • Cheque
  • Bank / credit card
  • Cash
  • Classic Holiday Vouchers
  • Online payment

Updated on 06/05/2026 - Verdon Tourisme Intercommunal Tourist Office - Suggest an edit: direction@verdontourisme.com