Eua, Colonial fort on Seru Sablica hill in Willemstad, Curaçao.
Fort Nassau sits 68 meters (223 feet) above sea level on Seru Sablica hill and overlooks Willemstad's harbor and waterways. The structure features rectangular batteries and a protective ring wall.
Dutch military authorities ordered its construction in 1796 to create a defensive position against British naval forces. The fort emerged from the colonial defensive strategy of the region.
The site transformed into a restaurant in 1959 while keeping its original military structure intact. Visitors today experience it as a place where food service operates within the old colonial stone walls.
A signposted road climbs Seru Sablica hill to reach the fort, with parking spots near the entrance. Access conditions vary depending on weather and the condition of the paths.
Since 1825 it has served as a control tower for the Queen Emma Bridge, monitoring maritime traffic through St. Anna Bay. This role made it a key point in the city's shipping operations.
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