Fort Rapp

Fort Rapp is a military installation in Reichstett with barracks, blockhouses, powder magazines, and sheltered passages forming a defensive network. The construction spreads across a large area with many rooms serving different military functions.

The fort was built between 1872 and 1874 under German command to protect Strasbourg from artillery attack. It formed part of a larger chain of fortifications erected across this region.

The architecture reflects building methods common along the Franco-German border, using sandstone from the Vosges and bricks from nearby towns. Visitors can see today how soldiers lived and worked within such structures.

Visitors can explore the site and are best guided through its various areas by organized tours. The terrain is uneven in places and there are many steps, so proper footwear is recommended.

During World War I, the fort served as an ammunition depot and prison for Russian and Italian soldiers. After the war, it was converted into a rest center for troops.

Location: Reichstett

Inception: 1872

GPS coordinates: 48.64028,7.75639

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:44