Statue du Marquis Jouffroy d'Abbans, Bronze statue on Battant Bridge, Besançon, France
The life-sized bronze statue depicts Claude François Jouffroy d'Abbans standing in a dignified pose, created by sculptor Pascal Coupot in 1998.
The Marquis Jouffroy d'Abbans designed and built the first functional steamboat, which successfully navigated the Doubs River in 1776.
This monument represents French maritime innovation and stands as a symbol of technological progress in eighteenth-century engineering.
The statue remains accessible throughout the year and stands at a central location on the Battant Bridge in downtown Besançon.
The statue placement allows pedestrians to examine the detailed facial features of the Marquis while crossing the bridge.
Location: Besançon
Inception: January 1, 1998
Address: Pont Battant, 25000 Besançon, France 25000 Besançon 25000 Besançon
Phone: +33125802496
Website: https://besancon-tourisme.com/fr/fiche-sit/F312010836_statue-du-marquis-jouffroy-dabbans-besancon
GPS coordinates: 47.23971,6.02050
Latest update: March 9, 2025 15:01
The monuments and historical buildings of Besançon reflect 2000 years of architecture. The Vauban citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, overlooks the old town. The center houses Saint-Jean Cathedral with its astronomical clock, Granvelle Palace with its Museum of Time, as well as numerous civil, religious, and military buildings from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. The squares, parks, and quays lining the Doubs complement this architectural ensemble.
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