The Nights of the Citadel
On summer evenings, the Sisteron Citadel hosts the Nuits de la Citadelle festival in its open-air theater, in a grandiose setting. The biggest names in theater, dance, and music are invited for an evening. This famous festival is the first and oldest in Provence. Music, theater, and dance enchant its walls.
The festival
Immerse yourself in a unique experience where theatre, dance, and music blend together under the stars. Join us for unforgettable moments in Sisteron. in July and August.
Sisteron, pearl of Haute-Provence
Take advantage of your evening at the Nuits de la Citadelle to also spend a night in Sisteron, also known as “The Pearl of Haute-Provence”.
Book: The Nights of the Citadel - History of a Festival
To mark the 70th anniversary of the Festival des Nuits de la Citadelle, celebrated in 2025, an exceptional book, produced by the Art Théâtre Monuments association, looks back on the history of this emblematic cultural event in Sisteron.
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