Auberge de France, Fgura

Name: Auberge de France
Address: Fgura, Malta

#30 among attractions in Fgura

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Auberge de France is an auberge in Birgu, Malta. It was built in around 1533 to house knights of the Order of Saint John from the langue of France, which induced the entire Kingdom of France except for Auvergne and Provence which were separate langues. The building housed the French langue until a new Auberge de France was opened in Valletta. ()

Alternative names: Completed: 1533 (491 years ago)Coordinates: 35°53'19"N, 14°31'22"E

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Auberge de France – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Fort St. Angelo, Malta Maritime Museum, Fort Rinella, Malta at War Museum.

~1960 ftNW
Storied fort with historical exhibits
Fort St. Angelo, Fgura
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~740 ftSW
Museum, Military museum, History museum
Malta Maritime Museum, Fgura
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0.6 miNE
19th-century British artillery battery
Fort Rinella, Fgura
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~1110 ftS
Museum, Military museum
Malta at War Museum, Fgura
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0.6 miN
Large, historical harborfront fort
Fort Ricasoli, Fgura
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~550 ftS
Museum, History museum
Inquisitor's Palace, Fgura
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~1750 ftSW
Church
Basilica of the Nativity of Mary, Fgura
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~570 ftSW
Baroque architecture, Church
Collegiate Church of Saint Lawrence, Fgura
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~330 ftSW
Tower
Birgu Clock Tower, Fgura
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0.4 miNW
Church
Chapel of St Anne, Valletta
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~1690 ftSE
Forts and castles
Fort San Salvatore, Fgura
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Auberge de France?

Nearby attractions include Auberge d'Aragon, Fgura (1 min walk), Auberge d'Auvergne et Provence, Fgura (1 min walk), Auberge d'Allemagne, Valletta (1 min walk), Auberge d'Angleterre, Fgura (1 min walk).

How to get to Auberge de France by public transport?

The nearest stations to Auberge de France:

Bus

Birgu • Lines: 2 (2 min walk)
Decelis • Lines: 213, 3 (6 min walk)