Artilleriewerk Faulensee, Military fortress near Faulensee, Switzerland.
The artillery fortress contains four bunkers connected by a 160-meter underground tunnel system with weapon positions housing 10.5cm artillery cannons.
Construction began in 1941 during World War II, and the facility was completed in six months, becoming operational by mid-1943 for national defense.
The fortress represents Swiss military engineering excellence, with bunkers camouflaged as agricultural barns to integrate seamlessly into the local landscape.
Tours of the fortress, which opened to visitors in 2001, require advance reservations and can be arranged for both groups and individuals.
Each of the four bunkers includes sleeping quarters for seven soldiers, ammunition storage for 800 shells, and specialized ventilation systems with gas protection.
GPS coordinates: 46.67498,7.69762
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:45
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