Fort Jeanne d'Arc, German defensive fortress in Metz, France.
The military complex extends over 121 hectares with underground passages, artillery positions, and barracks designed to house 1,900 soldiers within its concrete walls.
German engineers constructed the fortress between 1899 and 1908 as part of the Moselstellung defense network to protect the newly acquired territory of Alsace-Lorraine.
The fortress demonstrates the evolution of military architecture, shifting from traditional walled perimeters to dispersed, concealed structures adapted to modern artillery capabilities.
The fortress remains under French Ministry of Defense ownership and requires special authorization for visits, as certain sections contain restricted military installations.
During World War II, Fort Jeanne d'Arc served as the last German stronghold in Metz, surrendering to American forces on December 13, 1944.
Location: Metz
GPS coordinates: 49.11680,6.06701
Latest update: July 24, 2025 11:46
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