Guided tour of the fort Marie-Thérèse

Discover the fortified heritage of the Esseillon barrier and the Marie-Thérèse Redoubt. Why these forts? What is a redoubt? Why here? How and by whom were they built? You will know everything about these 19th century buildings!

Description

Discover this unique art with a certified Savoie Mont Blanc heritage guide.

Additional welcome

Dress warmly, as the fort is not heated. Bring snow shoes for winter visits.

• Minimum age: 5 years

Environments

• Close to a trunk road
• Mountain location
• Village - 2 km away

Rates

From January 6 to April 28, 2026
Adults: €6, Children: €4.

From July 2 to August 27, 2026
Adults: €6, Children: €4.

Free admission for children under 7.
Child admission applies to ages 7–15.

Payment methods

• Bank/credit card
• Check
• Travellers Cheque
• Cash

Opening period

From January 6 to April 28, on Tuesdays between 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
except on March 10, 2026, April 14, 2026, and Easter Monday.

From July 2 to August 27, on Wednesdays between 3:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Spoken languages

• English
• French
• Italian

Adapted tourism

• Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs

Location

By road: From Chambéry, Albertville, Grenoble take A43 Turin/ Fréjus Tunnel Exit n°30 Modane Cross Modane Follow RD 1006 towards Val Cenis for 5 km.
In summer, La Redoute Marie-Thérèse is accessible by public transport (line 1).

Additional booking

Registration required at the fort reception desk or on 06 78 22 48 38. Places limited to 35 people

Animals

Pets allowed : Yes

Pets allowed with supplement: No

Dogs on a leash.