Fort de Montavie

Fort de Montavie is a military fortress situated near Bresson in the French Alps. The structure spreads across the hilltop with barracks, storage buildings, and fortified positions overlooking the valley below.

This fortress was built between 1875 and 1879 as part of the fortified ring protecting Grenoble. It served as a strategic position to defend the Napoleon Road and the surrounding Alpine valleys from potential threats.

The fortress architecture reflects the Séré de Rivières military engineering style, incorporating defensive trenches and specialized artillery storage facilities.

The fort itself is not open to visitors, but the surrounding landscape invites hiking and exploration. A trail leads through the forested area with views across the Alpine terrain.

The structure contained facilities for 560 soldiers and 24 artillery pieces, including four flanking positions for defensive coverage.

Location: Bresson

Part of: Grenoble fortified belt

GPS coordinates: 45.13560,5.75914

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47