Fort Willem I, Military fort in Caberg district, Maastricht, Netherlands.
The pentagonal fortress includes a central casemate connected by underground galleries and features brick walls with shooting holes along its perimeter.
Construction of the fortification began in 1815 following French military plans to strengthen the defense of Maastricht's northern fortress sections.
The fort received its name from King Willem I of the Netherlands, who visited the construction site during its development in June 1815.
The fortress currently functions as both a children's playground and accommodations for the student association MSV Tragos since 1994.
During the Interbellum period, the garrison used a designated chamber within the fort for military gas training exercises.
Location: Maastricht
Inception: 1818
Address: Kastanjelaan 50 6217SB 6217SB
GPS coordinates: 50.85763,5.67721
Latest update: March 3, 2025 03:05
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