Bastion de la Hollande, Military bastion in Saint-Malo, France
Bastion de la Hollande is a military structure on Saint-Malo's ramparts with a large grassy area and period cannon reproductions. It provides access to the fortification walls and overlooks the bay toward Dinard.
This defensive structure was built in 1674 during conflict with Holland and later reinforced with artillery. It became a key component of the city's military fortification system.
A statue of Jacques Cartier on the bastion honors the explorer who departed from here to discover Canada. The monument reflects the city's deep ties to overseas exploration and adventure.
The paths along the ramparts are easy to walk and take you past different sections of the fortification. Choose a clear day for the best views across the water and along the coast.
Underground kennels once housed guard dogs that patrolled outside the city walls at night. This unusual defense method was used until the early 18th century.
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