The Valois Tower is on the quays, it was built in 1336. It marked the entrance to the city and the bridge. The tower is 30 meters high and was designed to protect Sainte-Colombe from attack.

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Remains of a former Valois castle in Sainte-Colombe.
More information: de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sainte-Colombe_(Rh%C3%B4ne)

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September 17, 2023

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Built in 1336, following the annexation of Sainte Colombe to the Kingdom of France by Philippe VI.

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