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Mont Chaberton Fort
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Location: Montgenèvre, Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France
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Chloé Perceval
February 21, 2022
Hiking
The construction of the fort at the top of Mont Chaberton began in 1892. The idea was then for the Italian army to strengthen its defense system against France. Nicknamed then the "Fort of the Clouds", it was at that time the highest fort in the world. Its position is extremely strategic, and almost unbeatable: it is located on a ridge line, at more than 3,130 meters above sea level. The fort became French in 1947, along with Mont Chaberton. Today, only ruins remain, which are truly impressive!
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•Chloé Perceval
February 21, 2022
Hiking
Mount Chaberton culminates at 3,131 meters above sea level. It offers a beautiful panorama over the valley of the Petite Durance. You will find several orientation tables there to identify the surrounding peaks. Like Mont Thabor, Chaberton became French in 1947. By moving the border to the entrance to the village of Clavière, the Treaty of Paris allowed France to annex the summit.
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Bego
July 17, 2022
Hiking
Until 1947 Mont Chaberton was in Italy, located in the municipality of Cesana Torinese.
In 1883 Italy joined the Triple Alliance and started strengthening its defences against France. Between 1898 …
In 1883 Italy joined the Triple Alliance and started strengthening its defences against France. Between 1898 …
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Location: Montgenèvre, Briançon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France