Fort 7, 19th-century military fort and nature reserve in Wilrijk, Belgium
Fort 7 spans across 30 hectares, with 16 hectares dedicated to nature conservation and 14 hectares maintained by the local fishing organization De Meyvis.
Built between 1860 and 1864, Fort 7 formed part of the defensive fortification system surrounding Antwerp, featuring higher ramparts compared to neighboring fortifications.
The site maintains both military heritage through preserved entrance gates and ecological value by providing habitats for six bat species and numerous bird populations.
Monthly guided walks through Fort 7 require advance registration with Natuurpunt Zuidrand Antwerpen, as the site remains closed for independent exploration.
The fortress ditch partially accommodates a freight railway with a loading dock, while the surrounding grounds host diverse plant species including Rapunzelklokje and Slangenkruid.
Location: Antwerp
Inception: 1859
Architects: Henri Alexis Brialmont
Operator: Natuurpunt Beheer v.z.w.
Part of: national redoubt of Belgium
GPS coordinates: 51.16500,4.37750
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:45
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