Forte Tortagna, Military fort in Calizzano, Italy
Located at the Melogno Pass, Forte Tortagna features a polygonal structure with deep defensive moats and protective caponiere surrounding its perimeter.
The Royal Army constructed this strategic fortification between 1883 and 1895 to protect Lower Piedmont from potential attacks through the Ligurian coast.
The fort maintains a memorial plaque commemorating the execution of 17 members of the Cadore Battalion during World War II in November 1944.
Access to the fort requires following a military road, and the structure stands within a fenced private property area at coordinates 44.226724, 8.193054.
The fort contains original rooms with preserved historical elements, including authentic plasterwork, iron fixtures, and military equipment from its operational period.
Location: Calizzano
Inception: 1883
Address: Strada statale del melogno, Calizzano (SV) 17057 17057
GPS coordinates: 44.22672,8.19305
Latest update: March 19, 2025 13:58
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