Butte aux canons, Historic mound in Bois de Vincennes, France.
The Butte aux Canons reaches 71 meters above sea level and stands as one of the two highest points in the Bois de Vincennes.
In 1838, the artillery range moved due to Esquirol Hospital construction in Saint-Maurice, leading to the establishment of this elevated firing position.
The mound formed part of a military training ground where artillery units practiced their shooting techniques until the 1950s.
Two maintained paths with handrails lead visitors to the summit, located between Route Saint-Hubert and Route de la Demi-Lune.
The former shooting range transformed into a viewing point provides clear views of Château de Vincennes and eastern Paris suburbs.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
GPS coordinates: 48.82767,2.43575
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:50
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