Les Mardis des Forts

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Fort Tuesdays: guided tour by a historian.

Inside the sports center, Fort Panorama offers an exceptional view of the coastline, facing Fort Boyard. Mr. Lafon, a historian specializing in the island of Oleron, brings to life the Napoleonic era and the ambitious project of the Emperor, an envious admirer of Vauban's military architecture.

Philippe Lafon recounts the genesis of these forts, designed to block access to the harbor of Ile d'Aix from the Pertuis d'Antioche, and to prevent any invasion of this strategic inlet by "perfidious Albion".

The belvedere provides a magical backdrop to this heroic evocation of battles and glory.

The climb to Fort Panorama impresses with its lofty views, then the Fort des Saumonards, now privately owned, invites visitors into the forest of the same name.

But it's the story of Fort Boyard's construction that always generates the greatest enthusiasm from children and their families alike.

Meet at the Boyardville sports center parking lot, Rte des Saumonards,



Reservations at tourist offices