Vauban Dam (Barrage Vauban)
Strasbourg, France
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- Bridge in Strasbourg, France
Visitor information
- Address: Pl. du Qur Blanc, 67000 Strasbourg, France
- Hours: Daily 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
- Phone: +33 3 88 52 28 28
- Official website: https://www.visitstrasbourg.fr/en/things-to-see-and-do/visiting/places-to-visit/historical-sites-and-monuments/F223005692_the-vauban-dam-strasbourg/
People also ask
Is there a fee to visit Barrage Vauban?
A triumph of 17th-century engineering, the Barrage Vauban bears the architectural imprint of the leading French military engineer of the age – Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban. The dam has been restored to its former glory and is now free to visit.
What is the most famous thing in Strasbourg?
The Strasbourg Cathedral Strasbourg Cathedral is the symbol of the city. Constructed of pink sandstone from the Vosges Mountains, it took nearly 3 centuries of work to complete this “gigantic and delicate marvel”, as Victor Hugo called it.
What is Vauban famous for?
Sébastien Le Prestre, Marquis de Vauban, worked in the service of Louis XIV for more than 50 years, making a name for himself through the citadels and strongholds built to protect the kingdom based on his plans. He was a tireless man of action and is also known for his writings, which were often visionary.
Is the Barrage Vauban a UNESCO site?
Sporting 13 arches, this architectural triumph is a crucial piece of Strasbourg's flood control. The terrace extends an invitation to take in the UNESCO World Heritage site along with the city's ornamental canals. It's a testament to both historical purpose and the city's continual adaptation within its landscape.