Vauban Dam, Engineering monument in Petite France, Strasbourg, France.
The Vauban Dam extends across the River Ill with a buttressed design featuring stone walls and multiple arches along its length.
Built in 1690 under Louis XIV's reign, the structure controlled water levels and formed part of Strasbourg's defense system against potential floods.
The dam demonstrates French military engineering through its dual-purpose design as both a water management system and defensive fortification.
Visitors can reach the panoramic terrace via stairs or elevator between 7:15 AM and 9:00 PM to view the cathedral spires and Covered Bridges.
The dam contains mechanisms that could flood entire sections of land to prevent enemy advances, making it an essential military installation.
Location: Strasbourg
Inception: January 1, 1690
Accessibility: Dostępne dla wózków inwalidzkich
Website: https://visitstrasbourg.fr/en/things-to-see-and-do/visiting/places-to-visit/historical-sites-and-monuments/F223005692_the-vauban-dam-strasbourg
Address: Pl. du Qur Blanc, 67000 Strasbourg, France 67000 Strasbourg 67000 Strasbourg
Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Niedziela 07:15-21:00
Phone: +33388522828
GPS coordinates: 48.57960,7.73800
Latest update: March 7, 2025 02:59
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