Fort Barraux, Military fortress in Barraux, France
Fort Barraux stands at 370 meters elevation in the Isère valley, controlling the route between Grenoble and Chambéry with its pentagonal bastions and defensive walls.
The Savoyard Duke Charles Emmanuel constructed the fortification in 1597, but French forces captured it in 1598, leading to extensive modifications by engineer Vauban in 1692.
The fort represents the evolution of military architecture from medieval castles to advanced defensive structures, incorporating Italian innovations in bastion design.
The fortress opens for guided tours with adult tickets at 7.50 euros and reduced rates at 3 euros, including access to parking facilities and pet-friendly grounds.
Fort Barraux maintains its original star-shaped layout from 1597, making it the earliest example of bastioned fortification techniques in France.
Location: Barraux
Architects: Ercole Negro
Website: https://fort-barraux.fr/
Website: https://fort-barraux.fr
GPS coordinates: 45.43580,5.98723
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
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