Fort Carré
Impressively built fort located on the Saint Roch peninsula
Built on a rock 26m above sea level on the Antibes coast line the 16th century fort offers a 360 degree panoramic view.
Set within a protected four acre park surrounded with Mediterranean plants, Fort Carré was originally built in the late 16th century by King Henry II of France. Perching on the edge of the Saint-Roch peninsula it was originally built for strategic defence purposes, and later became used as military barracks, and a military training centre.
Its star shape was designed by Henri de Mandon, while the Marquis de Vauban redeveloped it in the 17th century, strengthening its structure to withstand ricochet fire. During the French Revolution, Napoleon was briefly imprisoned at the fort, and it also played an important part in 1860, when Nice was annexed to France.
When to come
Open all year round. An obligatory guided tour is included in the price.
How to get passes
You can get tickets on entry. Visitor information sheets are available in various languages, including English, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and Russian.
