Fort van Steendorp, Military fort and nature reserve in Steendorp, Belgium.
Fort van Steendorp is a brick fortress with arched casemates and dry moats surrounded by earthworks in Temse. The site contains multiple walking routes that connect different sections of the structure and its grounds.
Construction took place between 1883 and 1892 as part of Antwerp's defensive network against potential invasions. The site later served military purposes during the 1900s as a training facility and ammunition storage.
The structure demonstrates late 19th-century Belgian military architecture and represents the final brick fortress constructed in the national defense network.
The site can be explored on foot with clear pathways connecting different areas and sections. Certain times of year may have limited access due to wildlife needs, so it helps to check conditions before planning a visit.
The fort serves as winter shelter for hundreds of bats representing multiple species that use the casemates and vaults. This resident population makes the location an important refuge for bat species in the region.
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