Besançon Citadel

Besançon Citadel is a historical site in Besançon, Doubs, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Besançon Citadel is situated nearby to the church Besançon Cathedral, as well as near the city gate Porte Noire.

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Highlights include Citadel of Besançon and Besançon Cathedral.

Citadel of Besançon

Castle

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The Citadel of Besançon is a 17th-century fortress in Franche-Comté, France. It is one of the finest masterpieces of military architecture designed by Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. Citadel of Besançon is situated 270 metres south of Besançon Citadel.

Besançon Cathedral

Church

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Besançon Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church dedicated to Saint John located in the city of Besançon, France. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Besançon. Besançon Cathedral is situated 210 metres northwest of Besançon Citadel.

Porte Noire

City gate

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The Porte Noire is a Roman triumphal arch in Besançon, France. The limestone arch was located at the southern end of the cardo, the main north-to-south route of a Roman city. Porte Noire is situated 270 metres northwest of Besançon Citadel.