Fort de Plappeville, Metz
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Facts and practical information
The Fort de Plappeville, or Feste Alvensleben, is a military fortification located to the northwest of Metz in the commune of Plappeville. As part of the first ring of the fortifications of Metz, it is an early example of a Séré de Rivières system fort. While it did not see action during World War I, it was the scene of heavy fighting between American forces and German defenders at the end of the Battle of Metz, in 1944. After Second World War it became a training center for the French Air Force. Fort 'Alvensleben' has been abandoned since 1995. ()
Getting there by public transportation
Public transportation stops near this location
- Bus
Bus
- Calculate routePrès Saint-Jacques 17 min walk
- Calculate routeClette 21 min walk
- Calculate routeCailloux 24 min walk
- Calculate routeFélix Maréchal 27 min walk
Day trips
Fort de Plappeville – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Bismarck Tower, Fort Decaen, Plappeville, Fortifications of Saint-Quentin.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Fort de Plappeville?
Nearby attractions include Plappeville, Metz (10 min walk), Fort Decaen, Metz (13 min walk), Fortifications of Saint-Quentin, Metz (23 min walk).
How to get to Fort de Plappeville by public transport?
The nearest stations to Fort de Plappeville:
Bus
Bus
- Près Saint-Jacques • Lines: L4, L4b (17 min walk)
- Clette • Lines: L4, L4b (21 min walk)
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