Motto Bartola, Military fortress in Airolo, Switzerland
The Motto Bartola fortress stands at 1527 meters above sea level on the southern side of the Gotthard Pass in Ticino canton.
Built in 1890 as a defensive structure, the fortress remained an active combat facility until 1947, when it was converted into military barracks.
The fortress represents Swiss military architecture and defense strategy, featuring specific installations designed for mountain warfare and territorial protection.
The facility contains accommodation for 95 personnel and includes multiple artillery positions, with dedicated spaces for both 12-centimeter and 8.4-centimeter cannons.
The fortress structure incorporates six individual gun stands and open trenches at different elevations to monitor the Gotthard road and Val Bedretto path.
Location: Airolo
GPS coordinates: 46.53472,8.58750
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:39
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