Fort de Joux, Medieval fortress in La Cluse-et-Mijoux, France
The fortress spans two hectares with five rings of fortification, containing 250 rooms, three moats, and three drawbridges across multiple levels.
Originally built in the 11th century as a wooden structure, the fort underwent extensive renovations by different owners, including Philip the Good and Vauban.
The fort housed notable prisoners such as Toussaint Louverture, making it a memorial site connected to the fight against slavery in France.
The military museum displays over 600 weapons from the 18th to 20th centuries, with guided tours available throughout the year.
The fort features a 101-meter-deep well, which was once recorded as the deepest in France during its operational period.
Location: La Cluse-et-Mijoux
Architectural style: Gothic art
Accessibility: Wheelchair inaccessible
Phone: +33381694795
Email: contact@chateaudejoux.com
Website: http://chateaudejoux.com
GPS coordinates: 46.87250,6.37420
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
The Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region contains historical sites, from ancient abbeys to nature reserves. This French region displays medieval castles, Renaissance palaces, geological formations, and architectural monuments. The landscape includes vineyards, river valleys, and mountain ranges. The region provides insights into French history through its architecture, gardens, and archaeological sites.
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