Fortifications of Metz, Military fortification system in Metz, France.
The fortifications consist of two defensive belts containing multiple forts, deep trenches, observation posts, and reinforced concrete blockhouses surrounding the city perimeter.
German military engineers expanded the fortifications between 1871 and 1898, adding seven additional forts after acquiring the region through the Treaty of Frankfurt.
The fortifications represent the evolution of military architecture, combining French and German engineering approaches during different periods of control over the region.
Visitors can access several preserved sections of the fortifications by following marked paths and informational signs located throughout the defensive network.
The fortifications incorporate rotating steel turrets, interconnected underground tunnels, and thick concrete casemates designed to resist heavy artillery bombardment.
GPS coordinates: 49.11778,6.18556
Latest update: August 28, 2025 11:19
Germans' Gate
8 m
Église Saint-Maximin de Metz
249 m
Remparts médiévaux
14 m
Hôtel de Burtaigne
351 m
Église Saint-Eucaire de Metz
101 m
Couvent des Récollets de Metz
435 m
Église Saint-Étienne-le-Dépenné de Metz
341 m
Jardin des Tanneurs
370 m
Temple luthérien de Metz
278 m
Tribunal militaire de Metz
454 m
Hôtel de Malte
474 m
Porte en Chandellerue
348 m
École communale des garçons de Metz
192 m
Tour des Esprits
343 m
Pont des Grilles de la Basse Seille
353 m
Statue de Saint-Louis
483 m
Maison, 19 rue du Change
488 m
Maison, 25 rue du Change
487 m
Maison, 1, 3 place Saint-Louis
487 m
Maison, 8 rue Mazelle
368 m
Maisons, 5, 7 place Saint-Louis
490 m
Maisons, 9, 11 place Saint-Louis
494 m
Maison, 13 place Saint-Louis
496 m
Maison, 15 place Saint-Louis
498 m
Maison, 17 place Saint-Louis
499 m
Maison, 45 rue Vigne-Saint-Avold
410 m
Chapelle en étage de l'ensemble scolaire de la Miséricorde de Sainte-Croix
472 m
Maisons, 21, 23 rue du Change
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