Citadel of Dinant, Military fortress museum on a cliff in Dinant, Belgium.
The fortification rises 100 meters above the Meuse River, featuring stone walls and defensive structures designed for strategic military purposes.
The Dutch military constructed the current citadel between 1818 and 1821, using the foundations of previous fortifications dating back to the 11th century.
The museum exhibits display traditional Belgian military artifacts, weapons, and equipment, demonstrating the evolution of defense strategies through centuries.
Visitors can reach the citadel by climbing 408 steps or taking a cable car that departs from the city center of Dinant.
The fortress houses an air raid shelter that collapsed during World War I, preserving the exact moment of impact from German bombardment.
Location: Dinant
Architects: Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban
Website: https://citadellededinant.be/en
GPS coordinates: 50.26170,4.91339
Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:31
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