Lévis Forts

Three strategically positioned forts stand along the southern shore of the St. Lawrence River, forming a defensive line to protect Quebec City and its surroundings.

The British military constructed these fortifications between 1865 and 1872 as a response to potential threats from the United States following the American Civil War.

Fort No. 1 contains exhibits displaying military artifacts, scale models, and interactive presentations that demonstrate 19th-century defense strategies and soldier life.

Visitors can explore the casemates, underground tunnels, and powder magazines through guided tours available during summer months from Wednesday through Sunday.

The forts feature retractable bridges and an extensive network of underground chambers that allowed soldiers to move safely between different sections of the fortification.

Location: Lévis

Inception: 1865

Website: http://www.pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/qc/levis/index.aspx, http://www.pc.gc.ca/fra/lhn-nhs/qc/levis/index.aspx

Part of: Fortifications of Québec

Address: 41, chemin du Gouvernement, Lévis (Québec), G1K 7A1 G1K 7A1 G1K 7A1

Phone: +4188355182

Email: parcscanada-que@pc.gc.ca

Website: http://pc.gc.ca/eng/lhn-nhs/qc/levis

GPS coordinates: 46.81450,-71.15800

Latest update: March 7, 2025 22:23