Fort Sint-Marie

Fort Sint-Marie stands on the left bank of the Scheldt River, featuring six bastions in a star configuration for enhanced naval defense capabilities.

Built in 1865 as part of Belgium's national redoubt, the fort replaced an earlier structure from 1584 that protected Antwerp during Spanish rule.

The fort's name honors Mary, reflecting the religious devotion of Alexander Farnese, who commissioned the original fortification in the 16th century.

The structure contains multiple casemates, artillery positions, and military quarters designed to accommodate soldiers during times of conflict.

In 1881, Fort Sint-Marie received Belgium's only torpedo installation, marking its significance in the country's maritime defense strategy.

Location: Zwijndrecht

Part of: national redoubt of Belgium, Staats-Spaanse Lines

Shares border with: Vlakte van Zwijndrecht

Address: Galgestraat

Website: https://fortengordels.be/forten/fort-sint-marie

GPS coordinates: 51.25323,4.29668

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:44