City walls of Rocroi, Military fortifications in Rocroi, France.
The city walls of Rocroi form a pentagon with five arrow-headed bastions, two gates, and a moat surrounding a network of ten radiating streets.
The fortifications were initially built in 1555 under Henry II of France and later enhanced by military engineer Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban until 1675.
The Battle of Rocroi Museum displays a model of the 1643 French victory over Spanish forces, featuring more than 10,000 metal soldier figurines.
Visitors can access the preserved ramparts through numerous walking paths, with guided tours available for groups between 8 and 200 people.
The site combines military architecture with radial urban planning, creating a symmetrical star-shaped structure visible from aerial perspectives.
Location: Rocroi
Architects: Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban
GPS coordinates: 49.92528,4.52139
Latest update: June 19, 2025 12:11
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