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Saint-Gobain Maginot fortification

Villarodin-Bourget
Fort Saint-Gobain - C. Di Filippo
  • Saint-Gobain Maginot fortification_Villarodin-Bourget - Jean-Luc Rigaut
  • Fort Saint-Gobain_Villarodin-Bourget - Jean-Paul Gautronnet

Part of the Maginot Line in the Alps, Fort Saint-Gobain is a 1939-45 wartime structure in a unique state of preservation. The temperature inside the fort is around 12°C, so warm clothing is a must.

Description

After crossing the drawbridge, visitors discover the barracks and technical rooms that enabled a crew of 150 soldiers to live self-sufficiently for three months in case of need.
Self-guided tours follow a signposted route, with explanatory panels in 3 languages (French, Italian and English).

Services

  • Shop

Environments

  • Mountain location
  • Village 2 km away

Rates

Full price: 8 €
Child (10-15 years): 5 €
Group adults: 6 €.

Free entry for children < 10 years.
Group rate available for > 15 people.

Group rates for 15 people or more.

Payment methods

  • Bank/credit card
  • Check
  • Cash

Opening period

From 14/06 to 21/09/2025, daily between 1.30 pm and 6 pm.
Open to groups all year round on request (information by e-mail).

Spoken languages

  • English
  • French
  • Italian

Location

Additional booking

Reservations recommended for groups.

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Saint-Gobain Maginot fortification
  • Private museum
Route d'Aussois - D 215 73500 Villarodin-Bourget