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Saint-Gobain Fort

Villarodin-Bourget
Saint-Gobain military fort and museum in Modane - JP Gautronnet

Part of the Maginot Line in the Alps, Fort Saint-Gobain is a 1939-45 wartime structure in a unique state of preservation. A veritable land-based "submarine", it enabled its crew to live in total autarky for over 3 months.

Description

After crossing the drawbridge, visitors can explore the galleries, barracks and technical rooms that enabled a crew to live in autarky for 3 months in case of need.
The tour follows a signposted route, with explanatory panels in 3 languages (French-Italian-English).
The temperature remains constant at around 12°C in July and August. Warm clothing is therefore essential.

Services

  • Guided group tours
  • Free individual visits

Environments

  • In the mountains
  • Village at -2 km

Rates

Full price: €8
Adult groups: €6.

Free for children under 15.
Group rate for 15 people or more.

Methods of payment

  • Credit card
  • Check
  • Species

Opening period

From 15/06 to 15/09
Open Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 2pm to 6:30pm. Wednesdays 9am to 12pm and 2pm to 6:30pm.
Closed on tuesday.

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Location

Additional reservation

Reservations for groups recommended.

Animals

Animals accepted : No

Saint-Gobain Fort
  • Musée privé
Route d'Aussois - D 215 73500 Villarodin-Bourget
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