Fort de la Duchere

9th arrondissement of Lyon, France

The Fort Duchère (fort de la Duchère, pronounced [fɔʁ də la dyʃɛʁ]) or Fort Balmont (fort de Balmont, pronounced [fɔʁ də balmɔ̃]) is located in the 9th arrondissement of Lyon. Composed of five bastions built between 1844 and 1851, it is part of the first belt of fortifications in Lyon, which include: Fort de Caluire (now demolished), Fort de Loyasse and Fort Saint-Jean. This fort was unusual for its star shape, evoking the style of Vauban fortification and construction. It was demolished in 1960 and replaced by a sports complex.

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