Historic Fortification

OUVRAGE DE LA FERTÉ

The Fort de Vitry-la-Ferte is located south of Sedan. It was once the end of the Maginot line which was supposed to be an impregnable barrier to the German army in World War II. The troops at Fort de la Ferte did hold out for 4 days of constant bombardment until all the defenders were killed or wounded.

Awards & Ranking

Ranking nr. 2 Best Sights in the district Sedan

Opening hours & location

Garden or Castle sight in Carignan, France

Route D52
08370 Carignan · La Ferté-sur-Chiers
District: Sedan , France Route to OUVRAGE DE LA FERTÉ