Forts de l'Esseillon

The Forts de l'Esseillon, also known as the Barrière de l'Esseillon, is a series of five fortifications located in France, on the communes of Aussois and Avrieux in the department of Savoie. These fortifications were built in the 19th century to protect the Kingdom of Sardinia from a potential French invasion. The forts are constructed on a rocky outcrop that closes off the upper valley of the Arc river, and they are designed to protect each other with crossfire. The forts are named after members of the House of Savoy, and they include the Fort Victor-Emmanuel, Fort Charles-Albert, Fort Charles-Félix, Fort Marie-Christine, and the Redoute Marie-Thérèse. The Fort Marie-Christine has been transformed into a restaurant and a gîte, and it offers a unique experience for visitors. The Forts de l'Esseillon are a remarkable example of 19th-century military architecture and offer a glimpse into the region's rich history