Bunkermuseum Zoutelande, Bunker museum in Zoutelande, Netherlands.
The Bunkermuseum Zoutelande houses two preserved German World War II bunkers that formed part of the Atlantic Wall coastal defense system, providing visitors with authentic historical military installations.
Opened on June 21, 2002, the museum occupies original bunkers built between 1943-1944 as part of strongpoints Lohengrin and Meistersinger, which defended the Walcheren coast during German occupation.
The museum preserves the memory of World War II resistance and liberation efforts while educating visitors about the strategic importance of coastal defenses and the personal experiences of wartime soldiers.
Located at Duinweg 38A in Zoutelande, the museum operates on Sundays from 13:00 to 16:00 between May and October, remaining closed during winter months for maintenance and conservation.
Bunker 2 features an authentic armored observation dome with periscope positioned on one of the Netherlands' highest dunes, offering strategic views over the Westerschelde that were crucial for detecting enemy movements.
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