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FortressVilleneuve-lès-Avignon
Fort Saint-André
Fort Saint-André is on a hill in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon in the French Gard department. It is distinguished by its strategic location and its well-preserved medieval architecture.
History+
The origins of the fortifications in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon date back to the time of Philip the Fair. Fort Saint-André acquired its current form under the reign of John the Good, who ruled from 1350 to 1364, and his successor Charles V, whose reign lasted from 1364 to 1380. The only access to this fortress is via the Porte Saint-André, flanked by two crenellated round towers.
Location+
Fort Saint-André is located in Villeneuve-lès-Avignon in the Gard department, Occitanie region, France. It stands at an elevation of approximately 69 meters above sea level.
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