Le Fort de Pré-Giroud

Festung Pré-Giroud


Useful Information

Location: Vallorbe
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Classification: SubterraneaWorld War II Bunker Subterranean fortress from World War II
Light: LightIncandescent
Dimension: T=8-10 °C.
Guided tours: D=90 min.
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History

DEC-1939 to 1945 between 130 and 240 men lived there to protect the border.
1988 opened to the public.

Description

The fortress of Pré-Giroud was built to protect the border between France and Switzerland.