A research trip to impressive fortifications in the mountains of Europe

Mountain fortresses represent a unique combination of strategic military architecture and alpine topography. Our project documents and analyses these impressive structures and their historical significance.

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Historical development

Research materials

Our extensive collection includes historical documents, architectural plans,
photographic documentation and scientific analyses.

127
Documented fortresses

2,400+
photographs

85
Architectural plans

12
Publications