Fort de Balaguier, Military fort in La Seyne-sur-Mer, France.
Fort de Balaguier stands on the Mediterranean coast with thick stone walls, a central tower, and artillery platforms facing the Toulon harbor entrance.
Cardinal Richelieu ordered the construction of this defensive structure between 1634 and 1636 to protect the Toulon harbor from Spanish naval threats.
The fort houses a naval museum displaying maritime artifacts, historical documents, and exhibitions about Mediterranean naval operations through the centuries.
Visitors can access the fort daily except Tuesdays from 9 AM to 12 PM and 2 PM to 6 PM, with guided tours available in French and English.
The fort includes a botanical garden established in 2008 that presents plant collections related to naval expeditions and Mediterranean maritime history.
Location: La Seyne-sur-Mer
GPS coordinates: 43.09440,5.91103
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:46
The port city of Toulon on the French Mediterranean coast offers numerous subjects for photographers. The historic city centre displays buildings from the 17th and 18th centuries, including the Sainte-Marie-Majeure Cathedral and the town hall with its atlantes by Pierre Puget. The military harbour, one of France's main naval bases, presents warships and submarines. Mont Faron rises 584 metres above the city and provides views across the Toulon roadstead and coastline. The cable car leads to the summit, where the Memorial du débarquement en Provence is located. At the foot of the mountain lies the Mourillon district with its sandy beach and colourful facades along the promenade. The Cours Lafayette market takes place daily and showcases the region's Mediterranean produce. The Toulon Opera House, built in the 19th century, ranks among the largest opera houses in France outside Paris. The old harbour Darse Vieille displays fishing boats and yachts against the backdrop of limestone cliffs.
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