Forte di Bibbona
The Forte di Bibbona is a small fortress on the Tuscan coast in the Marina di Bibbona district of Bibbona .
history
The fort, like the Forte di Castagneto Carducci seven kilometers to the south , was built at the end of the 18th century by order of Leopold II , who wanted to better control the coastline of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany . In addition to protecting against pirates, such forts were primarily used for health checks and to implement customs regulations .
Building
The complex is toward the sea with a massive Bastion from bricks secured. On the land side there is a barely defensive, palazzo-like house. The square building housed a guard, as well as the stables and cavalry quarters .
The seaside resort of Marina di Bibbona, which mainly consists of holiday homes, has developed around the former fort since the 1980s. The fort now serves as a holiday home for young people.
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Coordinates: 43 ° 14 ′ 17 ″ N , 10 ° 31 ′ 41 ″ E