Fort 1, Military fortification in Wijnegem, Belgium
Fort 1 formed part of a defensive network around Antwerp, constructed with brick walls and natural stone details according to military specifications.
Built between 1860 and 1864 under the direction of engineer Henri Alexis Brialmont, the fort served as a strategic defense point for Antwerp.
The fort's location now hosts the Wijnegem Shopping Center in its southern section, while the northern area has transformed into a forest.
Located at coordinates 51.2222, 4.50119, the former fort site connects to the Turnhoutsebaan road and offers access to commercial facilities.
This fortification was completely demolished in 1959, making it the only fort from the Brialmont series to disappear entirely from the landscape.
Location: Wijnegem
Part of: national redoubt of Belgium
GPS coordinates: 51.22220,4.50119
Latest update: March 10, 2025 01:14
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