The Authion's fortress

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Place du Général de Gaulle, 06380 La Bollène-Vésubie
Relive the history of the fortress of Authion on this historical trail where the remains of the Second World War can still be seen today.
At marker 31, take GR52 and follow it as far as Cabanes Vieilles. The view over the Bévéra valley is breath-taking: an entanglement of wooded ridges enshrouded by a light morning mist.At Cabanes Vieilles, ruined barracks form a reminder of the violence of the combats which took place in 1945. At the parking area, there are information boards.After you have passed the ridge, the circuit continues through a north-facing larch forest below the fort of Mille Fourches.Having crossed the Crep...

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The Authion's fortress
Place du Général de Gaulle, 06380 La Bollène-Vésubie

Access

Access
  • Departure : Balise 238, parking.
    Arrival : Balise 238, parking.
    From Col de Turini, route 68 rises in zigzags towards Camp d'Argent ski station.
    Leave your vehicle at the carpark close to the lodge.
    Parking : Parking du gîte d'étape.
Updated on 25 July 2024 at 10:27
by Parc National du Mercantour
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