Festung Kehl, Military fortress in Kehl, Germany
The fortress features defensive walls, bastions, and strategic architectural elements positioned along the Rhine River near the French border.
Construction of the fortress began in 1683 under French control, following military architect Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban's design principles.
The fortress housed a printing press in 1780 that published works by Voltaire and Rousseau, which were prohibited in France at that time.
Visitors can explore the remaining foundations and structural elements of the fortress through guided tours that explain its military significance.
The fortress design incorporated both natural landscapes and engineered defenses, creating an integrated system that controlled Rhine River crossings.
Location: Kehl
GPS coordinates: 48.54733,7.84039
Latest update: March 11, 2025 10:14
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