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Griffin Fort
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1 rue de Ronde du Fort Griffon, 25000, Besancon FranceMap
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Griffin Castle in Besancon is a shrunken fortress and a military monument dating back to the 17th century. It is included in the UNESCO The World Heritage List and is part of the network of major sites in Vauban. The fortress is composed of buildings arranged around the central courtyard, including barracks and accommodation for the fortress commander, chapels, wells, reservoirs, and powder storage.
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Nice fort
Fort Griffon, dating to the 16th century and one of the many forts present all around the city. From there we had a relatively nice view of the city and enjoyed the sunny weather.
Architect Jean Griffon.
Built at the end of the 16th century by Italian architect Jean Grifon. Controled the large territory of the city of Bezanson. Full reconstructed and repaired in the 17th - m of the century Voban. Building ...
Mystery
The city is overlooking and offers a beautiful view of the city centre, but unfortunately we cannot visit it.
Only the outside is to be seen.
It's very strong but it's a site that doesn't visit in normal time. In principle, even the court is not accessible. So you will see only reparts and a few roofs. L' access to foot dep...
Closed at the visit and former headquarters of the normal school of teachers
The Fort Griffon was taken over, modified and consolidated in the 18th century, reinforced in the north by the glaciers.