Forts of Metz, Military fortification complex in Lorraine, France
The Metz fortification system consists of two defensive belts surrounding the city, featuring multiple forts connected by underground passages and protected by thick concrete walls.
Built between 1867 and 1916, these fortifications changed hands between French and German forces, with significant expansions occurring after the Franco-Prussian War of 1870.
The fortification architecture reflects both French military engineering by Séré de Rivières and German defensive concepts by Hans von Biehler during different construction periods.
Visitors can explore several preserved forts, including Fort de Queuleu and Fort Saint-Julien, which maintain their original structural elements from the 19th century.
The fortification network includes the 'Seven Dwarfs', a series of smaller defensive structures built between 1912 and 1916 that formed part of the defensive system.
GPS coordinates: 49.12030,6.17563
Latest update: April 5, 2025 14:42
Metz Cathedral
6 m
Musée de la Cour d'Or
198 m
Marché Couvert
127 m
Place d'Armes
63 m
Hôtel de ville de Metz
82 m
Covered Market
139 m
Verrière occidentale de la cathédrale de Metz
78 m
Église des Trinitaires de Metz
251 m
Chapelle des Carmes de Metz
193 m
Hôtel de la Bulette
240 m
Palais des Treize
110 m
Place Saint-Étienne
58 m
Hôtel du Parlement
101 m
Vestiges gallo-romains de Metz
203 m
Corps de garde de Metz
65 m
Place de la Préfecture
224 m
Collégiale Saint-Sauveur de Metz
214 m
Fontaine de la place Sainte-Croix
46 m
Immeuble, 20 rue Ladoucette
234 m
Maison, 36 en Fournirue
202 m
Orgue de tribune de la cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz
6 m
Immeuble, 2 place Sainte-Croix
213 m
Orgue de triforium de la cathédrale Saint-Étienne de Metz
6 m
Hôtel du Parlement de Metz
102 m
Maison, 12, 14 rue du Chanoine-Collin
144 m
Maison, 29 En-Jurue
223 m
Immeuble, 8 place Sainte-Croix
231 m
Maisons, 10 place Saint-Etienne
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