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In 1873, it was decided to set up a simple entrenched post on the Gros Cerveau massif, armed with long-range artillery pieces.
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In 1890, two fortified structures were built: the Pointe de la Pointe and the Gros Cerveau. These buildings have a similar architectural organization, with the following artillery positions: 4 155 mm long guns, 4 120 mm guns, 4 95 mm guns and 2 mortars.
Equipped with a light enclosure preceded by a ditch, the gun emplacements are cut directly into the rock and connected by underground galleries. The barracks are equipped with rainwater tanks that can hold 160 m3.
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Equipped with a light enclosure preceded by a ditch, the gun emplacements are cut directly into the rock and connected by underground galleries. The barracks are equipped with rainwater tanks that can hold 160 m3.
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Openings
All year 2025 - Open everyday
Attention as every year during the summer, from June 21 to September 30, the Préfecture du Var regulates penetration, traffic and parking on certain roads serving the 9 Var forest massifs. The Gros Cerveau massif is inaccessible by car during this period.
Information: updated at 7pm each evening on 04 89 96 43 43
Website: http://www.var.gouv.fr/acces-aux-massifsforestiers
Smoking is prohibited in forest areas. Caution: remember to bring sufficient water and extra food.
Equip yourself with good walking shoes.
Information: updated at 7pm each evening on 04 89 96 43 43
Website: http://www.var.gouv.fr/acces-aux-massifsforestiers
Smoking is prohibited in forest areas. Caution: remember to bring sufficient water and extra food.
Equip yourself with good walking shoes.
Location
Contact The “Gros Cerveau” Fort
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