Fort de Portzic, Brest

Name: Fort de Portzic
Address: Brest, France

#5 among attractions in Brest

Forts and castles

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The Fort de Portzic was built near the town of Brest by Vauban between 1693 and 1699 as part of the defences of the goulet de Brest. It faces the pointe des Espagnols and was improved and enlarged over time, since it formed the town's last and innermost defence. The buildings on the site remain in military use. Nearby is the lighthouse Phare du Portzic. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 48°21'29"N, 4°32'2"W

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Saint-Pierre (Maison Blanche - Le Portzic)Brest France

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Fort de Portzic – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château de Brest, Tour Tanguy, Portzic Lighthouse, Pointe des Espagnols.

2.4 miNE
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Pointe des Espagnols
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Forts and castles
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Forts and castles
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Bridge
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Street
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Forts and castles
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