Porte Saint-Pierre, Classical city gate in Pontarlier, France.
The Saint-Pierre Gate features a large central arch with two lateral passageways, topped by a stone bell tower containing a clock and bell.
Constructed between 1771 and 1773 following the 1736 fire, the gate replaced earlier fortifications and received additional renovations from 1895 to 1898.
The gate displays only two parts of the French national motto, Liberty and Equality, with Fraternity notably absent from the inscription.
The structure stands at the entrance of Pontarlier's center, marking the historical boundary between the inner city and its surroundings.
Military engineer Jean-Claude Éléonor Le Michaud d'Arçon added two fountains along the side passages at the request of local residents.
Location: Pontarlier
Architectural style: classical architecture
Address: rue de la République
GPS coordinates: 46.90450,6.35263
Latest update: November 2, 2025 20:40
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