Fort Liédot, Île-d'Aix

Name: Fort Liédot
Address: Île-d'Aix, France

#2 among attractions in Île-d'Aix

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Fort Liédot, originally called Fort de la Sommité because it was built on the highest point of the island, is a fortification located on the north-eastern part of the island of Aix in the Charente-Maritime department. Initially for defensive purposes at the request of Napoleon I, it has fulfilled in turn many other functions: place of detention, target of shooting experiments, then vacation camp of the Army. A popular destination for hikers and cyclists, it is now open to guided tours.

Coordinates: 46°1'21"N, 1°9'52"W

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Île-d'Aix France

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Nearby attractions include: Fun Golf, Fort Énet, Fort Boyard, Musée Napoléon.

4.3 miSE
45°59'32"N • 1°5'8"W
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Fort Boyard
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0.8 miSW
Museum
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45°59'10"N • 1°5'51"W
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Locality
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Locality
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5.5 miE
Locality
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