City walls of Besançon, Military fortifications in Besançon, France.
The walls of Besançon form a continuous defense system around the city, featuring towers, bastions, and monumental gates along the Doubs River.
Construction of the current walls began in 1668 under Louis XIV, with military engineer Vauban directing the transformation of earlier medieval defenses.
These fortifications stand as a primary example of French military architecture from the 17th century, with nine distinct gates marking historical city entrances.
Visitors can walk along the walls and explore various towers that now host exhibitions and cultural events throughout the calendar year.
The fortification system incorporates natural landscape features, particularly the Doubs River loop, creating defenses that adapt to local topography.
Location: Besançon
GPS coordinates: 47.25019,6.00180
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:56
Église de la Madeleine
1.7 km
Besançon amphitheatre
1.6 km
Besançon Astronomical Observatory
982 m
Fort Griffon
1.5 km
Usine des horlogeries Dodane
892 m
Grange Huguenet
573 m
Hôtel de Champagney
1.7 km
Jardin botanique de Besançon
1.2 km
Fort of Justices
707 m
Parc des Glacis
1.6 km
Tour de Montmart
1.7 km
Caborde des Montboucons
1.4 km
Hôtel Jouffroy
1.6 km
Clos Barbisier
1.6 km
Chapelle Saint-Jacques de Besançon
1.6 km
Chapelle des Carmes-Déchaussés de Besançon
1.7 km
Maison ex Synagogue de Charmont
1.6 km
Église Saint-Joseph de Besançon
1.6 km
Église Saint-Claude de Besançon
1.3 km
Église Saint-Louis de Besançon
673 m
Maison, 32 rue de la Madeleine
1.6 km
Chapelle Saint-Jean-Bosco de Besançon
1.6 km
Maison, 47 rue Battant
1.7 km
Maison, 51 rue Battant
1.7 km
Maison, 97 rue Battant
1.7 km
Immeuble, 6 rue de la Madeleine
1.7 km
Maisons, 13, 15 rue Thiémanté, Besançon
1.7 km
Maison, 45 rue Battant
1.7 kmReviews
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