Ouvrage Arrondaz, Military fortification near Modane, France
The fortification contains an entry block, an infantry block, and an observation block positioned at an altitude of 2,500 meters in the French Alps.
During World War II, the fortification successfully resisted attacks from Italian forces in June 1940 before falling under Italian control following the armistice.
The structure represents French military engineering excellence of the 1930s, incorporating advanced defense technologies and architectural solutions of that period.
The fortification currently operates as both a historical site and functions partially as an electrical station for a nearby cable car system.
The second planned position remained incomplete due to the discovery of problematic gypsum deposits in the underlying rock formations.
Part of: Maginot Line
GPS coordinates: 45.14525,6.65934
Latest update: May 1, 2025 14:30
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