Belle-Île-en-Mer Citadel

Belle-Île, France

The first fort in Belle-Île island was built in 1540 by François of Rohan. It was heavily reconstructed as a large fortress in 1683-1689 according the design of famous fortress architect Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. In 1761-63 it was besieged and occupied by the English fleet. Since 1960 it has been a Museum hotel.

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Citadelle Vauban

Castles and fortifications in France

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La Citadelle, Belle-Île, France

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Founded: 1540
Category: Castles and fortifications in France

More Information

www.citadellevauban.com

Rating

4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Paul Nadjar (4 years ago)
You will need around 90 minutes for the visit. Take the time . It's really a great visit

Danilo Tabaro (4 years ago)
The citadelle Belle-Ile is not so nice but all the island is wounderfull. It is a must see

Bandza Masumu (6 years ago)
It's in the vicinity of Down town. Map is very explicit about the order of visiting points. Visited up to the 20th only as there are some works happening there currently. Superb view on the Harbour.

Stephen Block (6 years ago)
Incredible fortress. Museum inside which tells the story of the site and of the island also interesting

Ange GILLET (6 years ago)
Magnifique lieu chargé d histoire et que dire de cette vue ! je conseil vivement ...

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