Fortifications of Québec, Colonial fortification system in Old Quebec, Canada.
The stone walls of Quebec stretch 4.6 kilometers around the historic district, forming the most complete northern defense system in North America.
The fortifications developed between 1608 and 1871 served French and British forces, standing against multiple sieges and maintaining their original design elements.
The stone walls contain military buildings, gates, and artillery structures that reflect both French and British architectural construction methods from the colonial period.
Parks Canada provides 90-minute guided tours of the fortifications, including access to Artillery Park and interpretation centers throughout the defense system.
The Duberger-By scale model, constructed between 1806 and 1808, displays the entire fortification system as it existed in the early nineteenth century.
Location: La Cité-Limoilou
Location: Desjardins
Part of: Old Quebec
Website: http://pc.gc.ca/fra/lhn-nhs/qc/fortifications
GPS coordinates: 46.80997,-71.21161
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:24
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Maison Goldsworthy
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