Medieval fortifications of Belfort - Source of the river Loue - The riverside town of Ornans - 🇫🇷

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On Day seven we turn east and head to the fortress town of Belfort. A gap between the mountains of the Jura and the Vosges give an easy route from the Rhine valley to that of the Rhone. To guard this strategic point a hugely powerful fortress was built. In 1648 this area was transferred from Austria to France and Louis XIV set his great military architect, Vauban, to work. In 1870 the fort was besieged during the Franco-Prussian war but held out until three weeks after an armistice was agreed when it was ordered to surrender. Afterwards a great Lion was carved into the cliff wall of the fortress. The Lion of Belfort was created by the same man, Frederic Bartholdi, who sculptured the Statue of Liberty. A highlight of the afternoon was a stop at the Source of the river Loue. At the foot of a towering, 150metre, limestone cliff the Loue bursts into the open falling dramatically down a series of rock steps into a deep green valley. Our night halt today was the pretty riverside town of Ouhans which is prettily sited straddling the river Loue.

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All Comments (21)

@dnbtravels 4 months ago

Really impressive fortress and lovely place 👌👌thanks a lot for a nice share my friend, have a great week ✌✌
@CityWalksLondonVlog 4 months ago

Gorgeous place fantastic and impressive scenery love the medieval history and these stunning waterfalls 👌👌😍😍
@MyTravelChannel-RO 3 months ago

This place is a dream for explorers! Carved rock formations, historic buildings, even a vintage tank – there's something for everyone. And don't forget the gorgeous river and scenery. Top it all off with a truly impressive fortress, and you've got an unforgettable adventure. Thumbs up!
@FloridaFlipFlops 4 months ago

Like 17 👍 💯 ❤
@SergeCousineau 3 days ago

Nice video! We did pass near Belfort but we did not stop. Didn’t know there was a fortress , it’s quite nice . I have a YouTube friend since that lives there , Sébastien Bruner his channel is "Lazy Pixel " it’s about music . Beautiful river side and waterfalls . Have both a great week Serge 😉👍 Hélène et Serge 👩‍❤️‍👨⚜️🌈
@FloridaFlipFlops 4 months ago

Hello from your friends in Naples, Florida. That was awesome! We enjoyed the sights and scenery., The waterfalls were stunning. Thanks for sharing the amazing views with us, have a great weekend 👍 💯 ❤
@CowboyJojosAdventures 2 months ago

Beautiful Fortifications and internal architecture. Loved the Cascades. Lovely town. Have a great weekend Gentlemen and see you on the next one. 🙏🏼👍🏼🤠
@discover-montenegro 4 months ago

What a historic monument, cant imagine all the stories it could tell. Lovely 🤗🤗
@Packsalot 3 months ago

Awesome to place to see and explore. That was a really cool lion. That river area and highway were so impressive through the cliffs. Looks like you had a great day exploring. Take care and have a wonderful day.
@Terry.W 3 months ago

Spectacular views..my friend.
@wendingourway 4 months ago

Wow, now that's quite the impressive fortification!! Awesome!!
@EURAMBLER 3 months ago

Nice tour 👌 thanks for sharing 👍
@dayadventureswithgasper 3 months ago

Absolutely a beautiful place to explore. Lovely rock sculptures, historic architecture, vintage tank and so much more. Also, beautiful river and landscapes. Such a really impressive fortress. Have a great week Ivor.
@waterfallmadman 3 months ago

The statue of the lion, or whatever it is, was really interesting. Beautiful Cascades on the river, and lovely seeing the horses as well. Very nice.
@happinessloveyoursmile 3 months ago

Awesome and fantastic..super amazing and fabulous presentation..Brilliant work..just outstanding performance 👍
@inbetween-days 4 months ago

Hi Ivor and Robert. What a stunning video with wonderful scenery. Was good to see the horses. The water flowing looked and sounded spectacular. Ornans looks fantastic. You had a good view from that bridge. Hope your weekend is going well. Best wishes Dave and Dawn ❤️
@kevinandange 4 months ago

Wow. This place looks fantastic. So much history there. Thanks for showing us around 😊👍😀
@ClubCrafteria 3 months ago

Enjoyed watching this beautiful video
@WalkandTalk_Toronto 3 months ago

这座中世纪古堡，规模宏大，建造精美，环境很赞，值得一游，谢谢朋友分享🙏🙏🌹🌹👍👍
@billyb5057 4 months ago

wow quite a fort there to explore enjoying the sights as you walk round 🦘Au🦘💯full view always📺thumbs up👍enjoy your day😎