The Citadelle de Besançon is an impressive fortress located on Mont Saint-Étienne, high above the city of Besançon.
Construction of the Citadelle began in 1668 under the direction of the …

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Beautiful view of the Doubs and the old town of Besançon.

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May 15, 2017

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The citadel of Besançon covers twelve hectares on a site whose strategic importance is evoked from 58 BC. BC, by Julius Caesar, built 1668-1693 on Mount St. Stephen, one of the hills that constitute the natural protections of the capital of Franche-Comté. It overhangs over 100 m the old town and offers a great view of Besançon and its surroundings. The city is located in a loop formed by a natural meander of the Doubs; the rocky spur on which the citadel is located closes the loop of the Doubs and encircles the historic urban center. fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citadelle_de_Besan%C3%A7on

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1. Besançon — Avanne, loop through the city center and along the Doubs

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2. Citadel of Besançon – Canal du Rhône au Rhin loop from Saint-Vit

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3. Citadel of Besançon – View of the Vauban Citadel loop from Besançon-Mouillère

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Location: Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, France

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Citadel of Besançon

1. Besançon — Avanne, loop through the city center and along the Doubs

2. Citadel of Besançon – Canal du Rhône au Rhin loop from Saint-Vit

3. Citadel of Besançon – View of the Vauban Citadel loop from Besançon-Mouillère

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