The fortifications
of vauban
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the fortifications of Longwy are an unmissable site of fortified heritage in Meurthe-et-Moselle.
On the orders of Louis XIV, the military engineer Vauban designed the Longwy stronghold in 1679. Built "ex nihilo," from scratch, these fortifications embody Vauban's vision of the ideal city, combining military functionality and urban organization. The Longwy stronghold is distinguished by its hexagonal shape with six bastions and perfectly illustrates the art of XNUMXth-century defense. The ramparts, largely preserved, give this defensive site its exceptional character. Today, visitors can explore this model of military architecture during guided tours organized by the Grand Longwy Tourist Office. These tours lead to the discovery of the stronghold's emblematic monuments: the Porte de France, the military bakery, the Place d'Armes, the Saint-Dagobert church, and the Siege Well. A powder magazine and an impressive cross-shaped underground passage also make up the visit.
