Vauban's masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Besançon Citadel is considered to be one of the most beautiful in France. It towers more than 100 metres above the old town of the Comtois capital, set in a meander of the river, and offers spectacular panoramic views from its ramparts. A major cultural and tourist attraction, the Citadelle delivers on its promise of a living heritage that is full of emotion. In addition to the admirably restored 12-hectare architectural complex, the Citadelle is home to three Museums of France behind its ramparts, offering a fascinating range of attractions: - the Musée Comtois, an exhibition of the traditions of Franche-Comté and a place to reflect on our times - the Musée de la Résistance et de la Déportation (Museum of the Resistance and Deportation), which reopened on 8 September 2023 after being closed for more than three years, including 16 months of renovation work. - the Museum, which illustrates biodiversity and helps to preserve endangered species in its various areas (Zoological Garden, Aquarium, Insectarium, Noctarium and small farm). Nowhere else in France is it possible to see such a diversity of animals in one place.
Citadelle de Besançon 99 Rue des Fusillés de la Résistance25000 BESANCON
Credit card, Cheques and postal orders, Holiday vouchers, Cash
Pets not allowed
Amenities
Picnic area
Parking
Petite restauration
Restaurant
Fully equipped meeting room
Toilettes
Services
Shop
Room rental
Activity
Specific theme activities
Junior workshop
Specialist conferences
Temporary exhibitions
Chains and Labels
Prices & SchedulesOpening :
From 01/04/24 to 30/06/24 of 09:00 to 18:00
From 01/07/24 to 31/08/24 of 09:00 to 19:00
From 01/09/24 to 31/10/24 of 09:00 to 18:00
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 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
Prices :
Base rate - full rate adult (12.50 € in high season from 01/07 to 31/08 ; 12.50 € in mid-season from 01/04 to 30/06 and from 01/09 to 31/10 ; 9.50 in low season from 10/02 to 31/03 and from 01/11 to 31/12.) : 9.5€ - 12.5€
Other rate (student/apprentice, accompanying a Citadelle season ticket holder, RSA holder, jobseeker) : 9.5€
Gratuities (children under 4, disabled adults/children + 1 accompanying adult, veterans (on presentation of card), tourism business cards (please enquire before your visit))
Special rate : 38€
Subscriber's rate (unlimited free admission for 12 consecutive months: €21 Solo (1 adult), €54 Family (2 adults + up to 6 under-age children), €43 Family solo (1 adult + up to 6 under-age children)) : 21€ - 54€
