CASTLES OF THE ALPS

Mighty buildings that have stood up to invaders and centuries

An episode from the series CASTLES OF YESTERDAY AND TODAY

Synopsis

The Durance River is emblematic of the Southern Alps.

Mastered by man over time, it has become a vital artery and an invaluable economic and tourist asset.

Along the river, many castles have been built: the Fort Queyras perched at 1.400m, the fortified town of Mont-Dauphin, the elegant castle of Picomtal, the romantic ruins of Tallard, and the impregnable citadel of Sisteron.