The Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation has been a museum of history since its inception, and it is more essential than ever to continue in this role. However, it aims to renew its approach to strengthen its role as a civic tool.
Beyond the history of the Second World War, the museum's discourse addresses timeless issues such as the rise to power of a totalitarian regime, the collapse of a democracy, the establishment of a system of large-scale repression and extermination, as well as the Resistance and commitment in the name of values that transcend individuals.
A few steps from the museum, the Witness monument pays tribute to the deportees.
The Fusillés monument commemorates the sacrifice of 98 members of the Resistance who were condemned to death and executed by the German army between 1941 and 1944. It was restored as part of the renovation of the museum.
Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation - Citadelle de Besançon 99 Rue des Fusillés de la Résistance25000 BESANCON
From 01/11/24 to 24/12/24 of 10:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
From 26/12/24 to 31/12/24 of 10:00 to 17:00. Closed on : Monday
Annual closure, from 8 January 2024 to 9 February 2024 inclusive Closed on 1 January 2024, 18 March 2024, 19 March 2024, 20 March 2024, 21 March 2024 and 22 March 2024 (Closed for works) Mondays in low season: Citadelle closed (EXCEPT FOR GROUPS AND BY RESERVATION)
Low season From 10 February 2024 to 31 March 2024 inclusive and from 1 November 2024 to 31 December 2024 inclusive: 10am - 5pm Intermediate season From 1 April 2024 to 30 June 2024 inclusive and from 1 September 2024 to 31 October 2024 inclusive: 9am-6pm High season From 1 July 2024 to 31 August 2024 inclusive: 9am 7pm
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Gratuities (Visit the museum free of charge with the purchase of an admission ticket to the Besançon Citadel)
