Fort 8, Military fortress in Hoboken, Belgium.
Fort 8 is a military fortress in Hoboken with a central reduit, artillery platforms, and defensive earthen walls. A water-filled moat circles the entire structure.
The fortress was built in 1864 as part of a defense system to protect the city. It belongs to a ring of eight fortifications designed according to military plans of that era.
The fort displays military engineering through its position and design based on Henri Alexis Brialmont's principles. You can observe how this fortification approach shaped the city's defense strategy.
The central area is only open during guided tours on specific dates, while the moat path remains accessible year-round. Plan time for a leisurely walk and note that path conditions vary with the seasons.
The earthen walls here are taller than at other similar fortifications because groundwater levels in the area are very high. This required a deeper moat to protect the structure.
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