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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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    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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    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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    Elevation 380 m

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