Atlantic wall in Søndervig, Denmark

The coastal defense complex includes artillery positions, reinforced concrete bunkers, and gun emplacements positioned along the North Sea shoreline.

German forces constructed this section of coastal fortifications between 1940 and 1944 as part of their strategy to protect occupied territories from Allied invasions.

The defense structures remain as educational landmarks, demonstrating the architectural and military engineering methods used during World War II in Denmark.

Visitors can access the remaining fortifications through designated paths, with information panels explaining the functions of different military structures.

The gun positions at Søndervig were specifically designed to control naval traffic in the North Sea, featuring specialized artillery equipment for long-range coastal defense.

Location: Ringkøbing-Skjern Municipality

Part of: Atlantic Wall

GPS coordinates: 56.11490,8.10730

Latest update: May 31, 2025 12:13