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Fort du Chay

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Fort du Chay

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  • Location: Royan, Rochefort, New Aquitaine, France

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    October 18, 2023

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    Built in the 18th century, Fort du Chay was integrated into the German defense system in 1940. Thoroughly rebuilt by the German occupying troops, who replaced the old facilities with blockhouses, it formed a lock at the mouth of the river mouth with the fortifications of the Pointe de Grave.
    This impressive defense system was almost completely destroyed in the bombing raids of 1945. Only a few log houses remain.
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    January 22, 2025

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    The first fortification projects for Pointe du Chay date back to 1772, counterbalanced on the other bank by Fort du Verdon. But it was not until the battle of 1811 …
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    Of the first star-shaped fort (1811), only a few things remain today.
    In 1859 its plan was redesigned with a solid ground facing the sea separated by a large ditch …
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    Fort du Chay – Chay Beach loop from Royan

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Royan, Rochefort, New Aquitaine, France

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