Givet, Border fortress in Ardennes, France.
Givet is a commune along the border with Belgium in the Ardennes that extends across both banks of the Meuse River. Here stand stone buildings and fortified structures that shape the landscape of northern France.
The commune took shape through Fort Charlemont, built in the late 1600s under Louis XIV and constructed to protect France's northeastern border. This fortification remained a key military position in the region for centuries.
The town carries names from different periods of its border history and shows a blend of French and Belgian influences in its streets and squares. You see this in the shops, cafes, and how people naturally move and gather here.
The town is connected to Charleville-Mézières and other major cities by rail and can be explored on foot. Multiple bridges link different sections of the town and make moving around straightforward.
The town received the Croix de Guerre during World War I for its resistance and still shows traces of this period today. Visitors can find historical memorials and monuments that mark its role in the conflict.
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