Groot Schietveld, Military training area and nature reserve in Brasschaat, Belgium
The Groot Schietveld spans multiple hectares of land, combining military training facilities with protected natural environments that support diverse wildlife populations.
The Belgian Defense Ministry established this strategic location as a military training ground while maintaining its status as a protected ecological zone.
Regular military exercises at Groot Schietveld demonstrate Belgium's commitment to national defense training while preserving natural heritage sites.
Access to Groot Schietveld requires special permission due to ongoing military activities, with weekly shooting exercises announced on the Artillery Battalion website.
Research conducted in 2014 documented substantial dragonfly populations within the reserve, highlighting the successful coexistence of military operations and wildlife.
GPS coordinates: 51.36278,4.58861
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41
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