Tower of Cesson, Fortified tower in Saint-Brieuc, France
The cylindrical granite tower rises 70 meters above sea level on a promontory overlooking the bay of Saint-Brieuc in northern Brittany.
Duke John IV of Brittany ordered the construction between 1395 and 1407, creating a strategic fortification to control access to the Gouët river.
The Municipal Archives of Saint-Brieuc maintain detailed documentation about the tower, including geometric plans dating from the French Revolution period.
The structure remains closed to visitors since 2021, restricting opportunities for studying and examining this medieval military architecture.
The tower features a 15-meter diameter at drawbridge level and retains three interior panels facing north, northeast, and east directions.
Location: Saint-Brieuc
Address: 1, chemin de l'Écluse
GPS coordinates: 48.52870,-2.72303
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:45
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