Fortifications of Klundert, Military fortification in Moerdijk, Netherlands.
The Fortifications of Klundert comprise a star-shaped fortified settlement with moats, canals, and bastions creating a defensive perimeter around the village. The system fully encloses the town with waterways that served both as military protection and flood management in this low-lying area.
Built in 1581, the fortifications served as a crucial defense line during the Eighty Years' War against Spanish invasion. The strategic position protected the region throughout several conflicts and military campaigns.
The Flax and Sugar Museum within the fortified area displays the region's industrial and agricultural heritage. The exhibits reveal how these industries shaped the town's development and daily life.
Visitors can walk or cycle along designated paths around the moats and through the fortified area to explore the layout. Information boards along the way explain the military engineering and architectural features visible throughout the site.
The water system was not merely a defensive barrier but also an ingenious solution for managing flood risks in this flat terrain. This combination of military planning with practical flood control makes the fortification a remarkable example of dual-purpose engineering.
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