Fort Médoc, Military fort in Cussac-Fort-Médoc, France
Fort Médoc stands on the left bank of the Gironde estuary with thick stone walls, ramparts, barracks, and artillery placements designed for river defense.
Constructed in 1686 under architect Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, Fort Médoc formed a defensive system with Fort Pâté and the Citadel of Blaye to protect Bordeaux.
The fort received UNESCO World Heritage status in 2008 as part of the Fortifications of Vauban group, marking its architectural and military importance.
The fort opens daily from April to October and weekends from February to March, with adult admission priced at four euros.
The fortification integrates advanced military engineering principles of the 17th century, including precise geometric layouts and optimized cannon positioning for estuary control.
Location: Cussac-Fort-Médoc
Inception: 1686
Architects: Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban
Part of: ciutadella i fort Paté i Medoc de Blaia/Cuçac-Fort-Medoc
Website: http://sites-vauban.org
GPS coordinates: 45.11139,-0.70222
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:43
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