The Fort Carré
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The Fort Carré was one of the first fortified strongholds to be built in the Renaissance under the orders of the King of France, Henri II. It was used to guard the nearby border with the County of Nice and to defend the town of Antibes. Its fascinating history, which sheds light on the whole of the region, its beautiful architecture based on mathematical principles, its rampart walkway (43 metres high) offering unbeatable views, and lastly the 4 hectares of protected gardens with typically...
The Fort Carré was one of the first fortified strongholds to be built in the Renaissance under the orders of the King of France, Henri II. It was used to guard the nearby border with the County of Nice and to defend the town of Antibes. Its fascinating history, which sheds light on the whole of the region, its beautiful architecture based on mathematical principles, its rampart walkway (43 metres high) offering unbeatable views, and lastly the 4 hectares of protected gardens with typically Mediterranean flora and fauna make this monument a place well worth discovering.
Closed on 1 January, 1May, 1November and 25 December
Visitors can explore the Fort with a guide.
Visits start every half hour.
Last visit 30 minutes before closing time
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- Accepted customers
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Rates
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Full-fare3 €
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Reduce rate
• On presentation of proof: Students, large families, teachers. Group members above 15 people– guide-lecturer: free. Reservation compulsary
1.50 € -
Multi-site card
• Combined ticket: access to municipal museums over seven consecutive days
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Free
• • On presentation of proof: Those aged under 18, holders of the Communauté d’Agglomération Sophia-Antipolis «lol 16-25» card, holders «CapAzur Culture» card (16/26 years) Pôle Métropolitain, job seekers, receivers of benefit payments, disabled people receiving benefit payments and their attendants, artists (Maison des Artistes or AGESSA), museum curators and scientific personnel, certified members belonging to the Ministry of Culture and Communication, the Direction des Musées de France or DRAC PACA, History of art, Fine Art, Archaeology or Architecture teachers and students, members of the International Council of Museums or the International Council of Monuments and Sites, members of the Picasso Museum Friends Association, journalists, guides on presentation of a professional card, and guides of school groups
Free
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From
June 15, 2020
until September 15, 2020
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Tuesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Wednesday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Thursday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Friday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Saturday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Sunday10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
