Fort Tavannes, Military fortification in Verdun, France
The pentagonal structure of Fort Tavannes includes a double moat caponnier at its apex and additional defensive caponniers along its perimeter.
Built between 1874 and 1877, Fort Tavannes served as a crucial defensive position during the Battle of Verdun in World War I.
The fort represents French military engineering from the late 19th century as part of the Séré de Rivières defensive network.
The fort remains closed to public access due to structural instability and dangerous underground passages with decaying wooden supports.
A devastating fire in the fort's tunnel on September 4, 1916, resulted in the loss of 500 soldiers during World War I.
Location: Eix
Part of: Forts of Verdun, Séré de Rivières system
GPS coordinates: 49.18133,5.46305
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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