Batteria di Col Colat
Museum | Pinzano Al Tagliamento | Friuli-Venezia Giulia | Italy
The Battery of Col Colàt in Pinzano al Tagliamento, Friuli Venezia Giulia, is a historic Italian fortress built at the beginning of the 20th century. It is located on the hill of Col Colàt, approximately 280 meters above sea level, and was designed as a permanent artillery position.
History and Construction:
The Italian armed forces began fortifying the hill of Col Colàt even before the First World War. In 1909, construction of a permanent artillery battery began, equipped with four 149mm guns in 1910. The facility had its own powder magazine, defense structures, and access road, which is still used today to reach the summit.
Structure and Facilities:
The battery consisted of several important components:
Gun emplacements: Spaces for the 149mm guns housed in special defense structures.
Powder magazine: An underground area for storing ammunition and powder.
Quarters: Accommodations for the personnel operating the battery.
Access road: A road that still leads to the summit and was once used for transporting materials and personnel.
Importance in the First World War:
During the First World War, the battery played a strategic role in defending the Tagliamento Valley. It was part of the Italian defense plan against the Austro-Hungarian forces and contributed to securing important transportation routes.
Current Importance:
Today, the Battery of Col Colàt is a significant historical monument, reminding visitors of the military history of the region. It is part of the "Itinerario del Ponte di Pinzano e la batteria del Col Colàt," a hiking trail that offers visitors the opportunity to learn more about the history of the First World War in the area.
The battery is accessible via a well-preserved access road and offers an impressive view of the Tagliamento Valley and the surrounding mountains. It is a valuable testament to military architecture and the history of the First World War in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
