Vauban et les villes fortifiées

Vauban et les villes fortifiées is a work of art in Besançon, Doubs, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Vauban et les villes fortifiées is situated nearby to the archaeological site Bassin gallo-romain, as well as near the castle Pavillon d’entrée du front Saint-Etienne.

Places of Interest Nearby

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 180 metres southeast of Vauban et les villes fortifiées.

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 300 metres northwest of Vauban et les villes fortifiées.

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 360 metres northwest of Vauban et les villes fortifiées.