Tour de la Motte Tanguy
Tour de la Motte Tanguy
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Jet17646717658
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Jul 2024 • Couples
Adapted to discover the history of Brest. Welcome top guides. Audio guide well done. Some scenes and characters to review. Beautiful terrace poir a view to 360 on the iconic places of Brest. To discover. In addition the visit is free
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Written 2 August 2024
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TimDiggle
Harrogate, UK203 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
Situated across the river from the main castle entry to this curious single tower construction is free - but requires physical mobility to tackle the stairs.
Inside is a display of the history of Brest with some interesting reproductions of early documents but what makes the visit worthwhile are the models. Depicting scenes around the town of its maritime history these models are breathtaking in their detail and colour and almost seem alive.
Well worth setting aside an hour.
Inside is a display of the history of Brest with some interesting reproductions of early documents but what makes the visit worthwhile are the models. Depicting scenes around the town of its maritime history these models are breathtaking in their detail and colour and almost seem alive.
Well worth setting aside an hour.
Written 21 May 2017
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João V
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Jun 2016 • Solo
I went to the Castle of Brest before I visited this tower (and I recommend it this way!)
What this tower presents is complemented by what the Castle of Brest (Navy's museum) has, so both are a must in my opinion.
There is no admission and the tower is quite small (no pictures allowed!)
Anyways, the tower is filled with a lot of history regarding the actual town and its evolution through time, specific events, etc. Complementing this visit with the Navy's Museum is (my opinion) the best duo to provide you the full maritime picture about Brest nowadays and throughout time.
What this tower presents is complemented by what the Castle of Brest (Navy's museum) has, so both are a must in my opinion.
There is no admission and the tower is quite small (no pictures allowed!)
Anyways, the tower is filled with a lot of history regarding the actual town and its evolution through time, specific events, etc. Complementing this visit with the Navy's Museum is (my opinion) the best duo to provide you the full maritime picture about Brest nowadays and throughout time.
Written 3 July 2016
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Herzinfarkt
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May 2013 • Solo
it is just a tower. opening hours only 2 hours in the afternoon in may 2013. but it depends on the months. A view from the castle to the tower is enaugh. No need to go there.
Written 25 May 2013
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NikolayG
Moscow, Russia194 contributions
Aug 2014 • Solo
The tower is one of very few old buildings that survived in Brest. It looks quite picturesque from the castle and from the bridge. It houses 3 floors of photos, plans and very funny models of Brest in old times. Look at the figures of people and models of ships - they contain quite a lot of detail. When I was there, the top level, the one with the windows, was closed. Though I don't expect any views from there anyway. You can see the same views from the bridge nearby (same height), and they are far from impressive.
Written 19 April 2015
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curiousflea
Johannesburg, South Africa40 contributions
Feb 2015 • Couples
I don't speak French, and the exhibit seemed a bit outdated. But, if you are a historian, or just happen to LOVE Brest and it's founding (and you speak French) then you will probably enjoy it.
It is small, but the surrounding grounds and proximity to the water make it worth it, even if it's just for some photos.
It is small, but the surrounding grounds and proximity to the water make it worth it, even if it's just for some photos.
Written 4 February 2015
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Rabi F
Paris, France58 contributions
Aug 2014 • Couples
First, the collection of dioramas is lovely. However, no photo is allowed inside so it was a pity...
Also we were hoping we could view the castle from the upper floor of the tower but all the windows are closed so another shame.
Good thing is that the entry is free so even we only spent 10min inside, it was ok.
Also we were hoping we could view the castle from the upper floor of the tower but all the windows are closed so another shame.
Good thing is that the entry is free so even we only spent 10min inside, it was ok.
Written 18 August 2014
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Sandy D
Zeeland, MI334 contributions
Sept 2013 • Couples
The views from the Tower are lovely. It is free to visit. Each level has dioramas and photos of old Brest. The wooden staircase and ceiling are beautiful. There are only 3 levels to see and easily takes about 30 minutes to view. It is just down the stairs from the closest tram stop. Make note, all of the brochures and comments are in French.
Written 27 September 2013
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Akalanka A
Colombo, Sri Lanka160 contributions
May 2013 • Friends
two good things, in this place.First One is this is situated in a very nice environment and the building is old and good architecture, and the second one is this free of charge.There is nothing much to see here, only few pictures and photos of old ships and documents that I guess something related to ships.Other than that there is nothing especial here but you can take nice photos from out side of this place.
Written 27 May 2013
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Shady Bekhit
Alexandria, Egypt437 contributions
Sept 2024 • Family
The tower looks great, ancient history on the river, great view of the port, there was a big ship in front of the tower.
Worth the visit.
Worth the visit.
Written 3 October 2024
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beverlym91
Spokane, Washington
Can I take public transportation from the cruise dock to Phane du Petit Motte? I only have 6 hours on Brest on June 21st.
Written 14 May 2017
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