Philippe le Bon Tower, Dijon
Looming large over the beautiful Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and the Place de la Liberation, the Philippe le Bon Tower was built in 1419-'67 by its namesake Duke as a lookout tower.
Looming large over the beautiful Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and the Place de la Liberation, the Philippe le Bon Tower was built in 1419-'67 by its namesake Duke as a lookout tower. Built over the older Brancion tower that stood on the former Gallo-Roman castrum, the 46 meter high, 6 storey tower was designed by architect Jean Poncelet in Classical and Renaissance style.
A spiral flight with sculpted decoration leads to the top of the tower, with its vault featuring lighters and firestones, the symbols of the Duke Philippe le Bon and the order of the Golden Fleece. Climb the 316 steps for spectacular views over the city and French countryside which can extend upto Mont Blanc on a clear day. You can also admire the gargoyles at the corners of the terrace. The building is illuminated in blue light at night.
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About Philippe le Bon Tower
Place des Ducs de Bourgogne, 21000 Dijon, France
+33 892 70 05 58
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