Forte del Colle delle Finestre, Military fort in Meana di Susa, Italy
Description
Forte del Colle delle Finestre is a mountain fort located high in the Alps, constructed within a natural rock hollow to provide defensive positions. The structure includes gun emplacements and fortified walls designed to command the surrounding terrain.
History
Italian military engineers built the fort in 1891 as part of a comprehensive Alpine defense network. It remained operational until 1928 and reflected the mountain defense strategies of the late 19th century.
Culture
The structure represents late 19th-century military engineering, featuring strategic observation points and thick walls designed for mountain warfare tactics.
Practical
The site is accessible by mountain road, but reaching it requires careful driving and good vehicle handling on steep sections. Visitors should be prepared for challenging alpine conditions and allow plenty of time for the journey.
Did you know?
The fort is part of a circuit known among mountaineers and cyclists for its challenging terrain. A notable unpaved section of the route has become famous in professional cycling history.
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