Fort du Saint-Eynard, Military fort in Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse, France.
Fort du Saint-Eynard stands at 1338 meters elevation, featuring stone walls overlooking the Belledonne massif and Grésivaudan valley near Grenoble.
The fort was constructed during the 19th century as part of the Grenoble fortified belt, accommodating 477 soldiers and 25 artillery pieces.
The permanent exhibition inside the fort presents military artifacts and documents that detail the daily routines of soldiers stationed at this mountain post.
Visitors can access the fort from May to November, with guided tours available on weekends and restaurant service offering regional mountain specialties.
The structure incorporates sustainable elements including rainwater collection systems while maintaining its original 19th-century military architecture.
Location: Le Sappey-en-Chartreuse
Part of: Grenoble fortified belt
Website: http://fortsteynard.com
GPS coordinates: 45.23530,5.76245
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:44
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