Fort Napoleon, Military fortification in Oostende, Belgium.
Fort Napoleon features a circular layout with thick stone walls, incorporating defensive positions and accommodations for military personnel stationed at the coastal location.
Constructed between 1810 and 1814 under Napoleon Bonaparte's orders, the fort served as a strategic defense point against potential British naval attacks during the French occupation.
During World War I, German soldier Heinrich Otto Pieper created extensive murals within the fort walls, transforming the military structure into an unexpected art venue.
The fort operates Tuesday through Sunday from 10:00 to 18:00, housing De Belevingsbrasserie restaurant which serves local specialties including shrimp croquettes.
The fortress underwent multiple transformations throughout its existence, functioning as a military headquarters, museum, children's playground, and now a dining establishment.
Location: Ostend
Address: 13 vuurtorenweg 13 8400 Oostende
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-18:00
Phone: +3259330937
Website: https://fort-napoleon.be
GPS coordinates: 51.23889,2.93417
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31
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