Forte Marechal Hermes, Coastal fortress in Macaé, Brazil.
The fortress stands between Imbetiba and Conchas beaches, facing the Sant'Anna archipelago at the southern end of the Macaé River mouth.
Construction began during President Prudente de Morais administration with an octagonal open-air battery, receiving its name in 1911 after President Marechal Hermes da Fonseca.
The fortress complex includes a command pavilion built in 1939 and an Arms Gate decorated with deactivated artillery pieces from 1997.
Visitors can access the fortress installations on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM to explore its military architecture.
The High Battery features an open-air Command Post connected through acoustic galleries, with Armstrong 154.4mm cannons positioned on the upper level.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Address: Praia das Conchas ou do Forte, Imbetiba
GPS coordinates: -22.37652,-41.76916
Latest update: March 2, 2025 23:52
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