Ouvrage Einseling

Ouvrage Einseling is a concrete fortification with armored gun turrets located on the Finselingerberg hill. The installation features underground passages, machine gun positions, and interconnected defense chambers built into the hillside structure.

The fort was constructed in 1933 as part of France's border defense strategy. During World War II, its location on the hillside protected it from enemy artillery that could not effectively reach the fortification.

The fort was part of France's border defense network and reflects the military engineering philosophy of the 1930s. Visitors can observe how the structure was designed to control the surrounding territory through its strategic placement on the hillside.

The fort is typically open to visitors only during special heritage days or by advance arrangement. Visitors should check locally for current access conditions and timing before planning a visit.

The fort's name came about through a spelling mistake during its construction, when the original designation was changed from Finseling to Einseling. This error was later formalized and remains the official name of the installation today.

Location: Longeville-lès-Saint-Avold

Website: http://kerfent.com/asff.htm

GPS coordinates: 49.10094,6.62567

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:25