Tour des Anglais, Medieval watchtower in Angers, France.
The Tour des Anglais stands as a stone defensive tower featuring thick walls, arrow slits, and a strategic position overlooking the Maine River.
Built in 1448 during the reign of King René of Anjou, this tower controlled river access using metal chains stretched across the Maine River.
The tower represents medieval military engineering and functions as a reference point for understanding the defensive structures of the Loire Valley region.
Located near the Haute-Chaîne bridge, visitors can observe the exterior of the tower while walking along the riverside promenade throughout the year.
The tower included a sophisticated chain mechanism that could block river navigation, making it an essential part of the medieval port control system.
Location: Angers
Part of: fortifications d'Angers
GPS coordinates: 47.47895,-0.55562
Latest update: August 27, 2025 17:26
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