The 5 fortresses of the Barrière de l'Esseillon around the village of Aussois were built in the
early 19th century to protect Savoy from the covetous ambitions of neighbouring countries.
Visiting them we experience the atmosphere of military strongholds of days gone by.
INFORMATIONS
Aussois
FACIM, guided tours
Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme
Rhône-Alpes Tourisme