Torra d'Erbalunga, Coastal defense tower in Brando, France
The circular stone tower stands on the eastern coast of Cap Corse, featuring thick walls and strategic openings designed for surveillance of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Republic of Genoa constructed this tower around 1600, replacing an earlier structure that succumbed to destruction during the Mediterranean conflicts of 1553.
The tower exemplifies Genoese military architecture in Corsica, incorporating defensive elements such as machicolations and a strategic observation platform on top.
Visitors can reach the tower remains through a path starting from Erbalunga village, offering views of the historical structure and its defensive position.
The tower walls contain an integrated rainwater collection system with a cistern, which provided water independence for the guards during surveillance periods.
Location: Brando
Address: Erbalunga
GPS coordinates: 42.77360,9.47694
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:56
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