Guided tour The Siege of 1684 - Vauban in Luxembourg |
The techniques of a siege are explained using the example of the capture of Luxembourg.
From 1681, the troops of Louis XIV blocked the
Fortress of Luxembourg. On Christmas 1683, the city
bombarded for several days. It was not until the end of April 1684 that the siege by Marshal Crqui began. After six weeks
After intense fighting, the Spanish garrison had to surrender.
Vauban learns from this siege and strengthens the
Fortress on the surrounding plateaus.
in German language
free entry | no registration required
Where does it take place?
Musée Dräi Eechelen
5
Park Dräi Eechelen
1499 Luxembourg
Luxembourg
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