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  • €1,800,000
UNIQUE HISTORICAL FORT on quiet hillside with Mayestic views, just outside of Lake d` Annecy with breathtaking views of nearby mountains of Chamony, Meribel and Mont Blanc - tranquill area of gentle woodlands and green pasture. Perched 800 feet above small and charming village; spectecular Napoleon-era property built in
1875.

Site of fort consists of 12,000 m² of historic buildings on 68,000 m² of land. Buildings are constructed in typical 19th century fort fashion, with large blocks of stone, red bricks and with large portion of buildings strategically positioned under the hill. Several large military storage rooms have high vaulted ceilings and are in reasonable condition. Property offers pleasant central courtyard, main entrance with pull up bridge. Entire fort surrounded by large trench.

Fort is situated in rolling green foothills of Haute Savoie Region of France, one hour south of Geneva, Switzerland, and just minutes from Olympic Games town Albertville. Setting is idyllic - yet new highway makes access and famous ski ressort of Chamoy, Megeve and Chourchevel pleasant one-hour drive.

Favourite nearby summer activities include golfing, hiking and visiting lake d`Annecy and its picturesque town. One of most compelling features of fort: spectacular, unrivaled views toward valley of Albertville and surrounding mountains of Rhone Alps region of France. Site is tranquill, surrounded by typical farm houses and green pastures. During winter snow covers mountains and property.

In town planning, fort and land are in 1NAT zone, reserved for future development, specifically for hotels, spas, restaurants, and other tourist developments. Preliminary plans for 214-room luxury hotel, adventure park or casino are available. - Other development possibilities: Wellness Center, Specialty Clinic & Hotel, Large Cultural Center, international Learning Center or Religious Retreat. - The real estate offers also enough place for 10 Bungalows / Chalets.

Fort sits on rural, picturesque site near famous cities Annecy and Geneva. Tranquillity invites inspiration and
lightness to become the device of top level domain. Characteristical large blocks of stone and red bricks of fort are
testimonial of typical architecture of 19th century. Today large premisses, vaulted ceilings, pull up draw bridge and
central courtyard make of it property with very special cachet. Distinctive realty in outstanding beautiful site.

Property is owned by 40-year old company incorporated in Liechtenstein and is for sale in its entirety. - Last fort in France in private hands.

Basic data of property:
Location: France, Haute-Savoie, near Albertville
Plot size: 68,000 m²
Constructed area: 12,000 m²
Purchase price: € 1,800,000
Commission: 3,6% of purchase price
UNIQUE HISTORICAL FORT on quiet hillside with Mayestic views, just outside of Lake d` Annecy with breathtaking views of nearby mountains of Chamony, Meribel and Mont Blanc - tranquill area of gentle woodlands and green pasture. Perched 800 feet above small and charming village; spectecular Napoleon-era property built in
1875.

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