Sperrstelle Gebenstorf, Military fortification in Gebenstorf, Switzerland
The Sperrstelle Gebenstorf contains multiple defensive structures, including infantry bunkers and artillery observation points positioned along strategic terrain near the Limmat river.
Built between 1939 and 1940, this fortification formed part of the Swiss Army's defense system to prevent enemy advances through the Reuss Valley toward Gotthard.
The site holds significant military heritage value, featuring preserved bunkers and tank barriers that demonstrate Swiss defensive architecture from World War II.
Visitors can reach the fortification complex through regional transportation services connecting to Gebenstorf, with several walking paths providing access to different sections.
From 1940 to 1943, the facility housed 250 Polish soldiers who worked on road construction projects and agricultural initiatives in the region.
GPS coordinates: 47.49500,8.24185
Latest update: March 10, 2025 08:28
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