Redoute des Hautes-Bruyères, Military fortress in Villejuif, France.
The Redoute des Hautes-Bruyères stands at the highest point in Val-de-Marne, offering views across the Bièvre valley and toward central Paris.
The fortress was constructed in 1870 under the direction of architect Viollet-Le-Duc as part of a strategic defense system protecting the southern approach to Paris.
The former military installation represents a significant example of 19th-century French defensive architecture and engineering techniques used in fortification design.
Located 200 meters from the future Villejuif-Institut Gustave Roussy metro station, the site will connect to Paris and Orly airport in under 15 minutes.
The 3.7-hectare complex will transform into an Interdisciplinary Health University Centre while maintaining its historical fortification elements.
Location: Villejuif
GPS coordinates: 48.79098,2.34648
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
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