Forte Richelieu

Rising on the Camaldoli hills at 415 metres above sea level, this fort owes its name to Cardinal Armand du Plessis de Richelieu, who defended the city during the siege of 1746-47. Built in the 18th century, it was later renovated in the 19th century.

Address
Via della Costa di Chiappeto, Genoa, Italy

Established
1747-1809