Fort des Salettes, Military fort in Briançon, France.
Fort des Salettes stands at 1,538 meters elevation, featuring stone walls that overlook the mountain roads leading toward the Italian border.
The fortification, constructed from 1709 to 1712 under military engineer Vauban's supervision, strengthened French defenses along the Alpine frontier.
This fort represents French military engineering excellence and forms part of the Fortifications of Vauban, recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage.
The Club du Vieux Manoir association maintains the fort and organizes guided visits that explain defensive strategies of the 18th century.
The fort's position on the hairpin turns toward Croix de Toulouse provides surveillance capabilities over multiple valleys and mountain passes.
Location: Briançon
Inception: 1709
Part of: Fortifications of Vauban
GPS coordinates: 44.90480,6.65167
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:47
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