Motte, Limestone mountain in Vesoul, France.
La Motte rises 371 meters above sea level, forming a conical elevation that stands prominently over the Durgeon valley in eastern France.
The summit supported a medieval fortress called Castrum Vesulium during the Carolingian period, providing defense for the surrounding territories until its destruction in 1595.
The Notre-Dame-de-la-Motte chapel, constructed in 1857, marks the gratitude of local residents who survived a severe cholera epidemic in the region.
Visitors can reach the summit through a one-kilometer path from Vesoul's center, with a parking area available at the entrance on Rue de la Motte.
An astronomical observatory operated at the mountain's peak from 1899 to 1909, allowing scientists to conduct celestial observations from this elevated position.
Location: Haute-Saône
Elevation above the sea: 371 m
Made from material: limestone
GPS coordinates: 47.62937,6.15228
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41
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