City walls of Toul

The city walls of Toul form a fortress system with nine bastions and seven ravelins surrounded by dry moats and sloped ground. This defensive line runs along the Moselle River and creates a complete enclosure around the urban area.

The first defensive works date to the 4th century, were later replaced by medieval structures, and underwent complete reconstruction starting in the late 1600s. This redesign applied cutting-edge fortification principles that made Toul one of the most advanced strongholds of its era.

The walls shaped Toul as a garrison city and remain a defining feature of how residents move through and perceive their town today. Walking on the ramparts is a daily activity for locals seeking views and fresh air.

You can walk the complete circuit around the walls, which has been widened at two modern gates to handle vehicle traffic. This accessibility allows visitors to explore different sections and understand the fortification from multiple viewpoints.

The fortress system extends across a large area and includes several outer forts that visitors can explore. These separate installations show how the defenses expanded beyond the inner city walls.

Location: Toul

GPS coordinates: 48.67330,5.89510

Latest update: December 9, 2025 20:25