Villeneuve Tower, Tower in Aigues-Mortes, France
The Tour de Villeneuve is a medieval tower set into the stone fortifications of Aigues-Mortes, in southern France. It sits at a corner of the walls, built from tightly fitted stone blocks with small openings typical of a defensive structure.
Aigues-Mortes was founded in the 13th century by King Louis IX, who bought the land from a local abbey to build a port for the Crusades. The walls and towers were completed in stages under later kings, reinforced over time to meet new military needs.
The tower is part of the walkable ramparts of Aigues-Mortes, and sturdy shoes are recommended as the path involves uneven stones and narrow sections. Visiting outside peak season allows for a quieter experience along the walls.
Although less visited than the Tour de Constance, this tower held its own strategic role as a corner post in the defensive layout of the walls. Near this spot, a canal once connected the city to its first port, a waterway that has since completely disappeared.
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