Fort d'Aiton, Military fort in Aiton, France
Fort d'Aiton is a military installation built with a rectangular floor plan, a surrounding moat, and defensive bastion elements. The structure sits elevated on terrain and contains former barracks, residential spaces, and administrative buildings within its walls.
The fort was built between 1875 and 1880 on the remains of a former episcopal palace and designed to house 351 soldiers. From 1962 to 1972 it served as a disciplinary detention center for the French military.
The fort gained media attention through its appearance in Gerard Jugnot's 1996 film production, which required modifications to its visual elements for filming purposes.
The municipality of Aiton took ownership in 1986 and converted sections into residential and administrative spaces. Visitors should check which areas are open to the public, as parts remain in active use or restricted.
The fort appeared in a French cinema film from 1996 where its exterior was specially modified for filming purposes. This film history connects the structure to popular culture in a way many visitors overlook.
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