This military construction started by Vauban at the end of the 17th century was intended to defend the narrows which leads to the harbor of Brest. Fort du Dellec remains today one of the most spectacular viewpoints over the narrows and a most pleasant place for walks.

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Magnificent panorama of the Craon peninsula and the entrance to the bay of Brest

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1. Fort du Mengant – Mégan-Minou Coastal Path loop from École Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Brest

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2. Turrets viewpoint – Fort du Mengant loop from Base sous-marine

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3. Fort du Mengant – Look back loop from École Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Brest

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Elevation 10 m

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Tuesday 17 March

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Location: Plouzané, Brest, Finistère, France

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Fort du Dellec and View of the Rade de Brest

1. Fort du Mengant – Mégan-Minou Coastal Path loop from École Nationale d'Ingénieurs de Brest

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