Campani and Toiras gates

The fortification of Saint-Martin forced Vauban to adapt his buildings to the existing urban fabric. The Campani gate, located on the road to La Couarde, was moved to the left because of a pre-existing street. The street linking the Place d'Armes to the Porte de La Flotte was modified in 1692 to make it easier for troops to pass through. A half-moon defends these gates, which are linked by movable bridges that were transformed into standing bridges in the 18th century.
The gates at La...