Belfort Citadel and Ramparts

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Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Territoire-de-Belfort

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Belfort Citadel and Ramparts

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Belfort Citadel and Ramparts

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Location: Belfort, Territoire-de-Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

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August 30, 2025

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The Citadel of Belfort is a historically complex building, reflecting five centuries of fortifications. It was built after the conquest of the city in 1687, replacing a medieval castle that previously stood on this rocky outcrop.

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Jochen

September 16, 2019

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Large fortification that towers above the city - you can get up to the roof of the plant from where you have a pretty good overview.

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Michel K.

June 13, 2021

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The Citadel (La Citadelle), a fortress work begun in 1687 and completed in 1703 by the master builders Vauban and Général Haxo.

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Location: Belfort, Territoire-de-Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

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