It is part of the second ring of fortifications around the city of Belfort in northeastern France.

This second ring of forts was built as part of the Séré de Rivières system and incorporated improvements to deal with the improvement in efficacy of artillery in the late 19th century.

[1] In 1890 a large personnel shelter (abri-caverne) was built north of the fort.

In case of attack on Belfort, it was designated as an assembly place for reserves and as a shelter from bombardment.

The fort remains the property of the French Army and is not accessible to the public.