Requalification of the parade ground
Presentation
Redevelopment of the parade ground to enhance a historic part of the town and revitalise an area for day to day use. Reconstruction of the stone walls of the well to Vauban’s original design. Restoration of the parade ground- demolition – site preparation; repairs – cleaning; access; drainage; concrete structure; masonry- dressed stone; metal and iron-work; electricity.
Construction of the superstructure of the well - masonry – dressed stone; carpentry; roofing; metal and iron-work ; electricity.
Town 20 %
State 20 %
Departmental Council 30%
Regional Council 30%
Evaluation
Qualitatively: an important historic area in the centre of the old town ofBriançonwas revitalised, to encourage local pride in the area. Indeed, to this end, local inhabitants, and especially children, are already making good use of the square.
Quantitatively: a number of features designed by Vauban were restored, thereby ensuring the sustainability of the site.