Sperrlinie Etzel, Military museum and fortress in Schwyz, Switzerland
The Sperrlinie Etzel consists of multiple fortified structures, including anti-tank bunkers, machine gun positions, and artillery command posts spread across the mountainous terrain.
The fortress construction started in 1941 as part of Switzerland's national defense strategy, becoming an integral component of the Reduit Brigade 24 by 1947.
The site represents Swiss military engineering and defensive architecture, demonstrating the nation's commitment to territorial protection during the 20th century.
Visitors can explore approximately 600 combat structures built between 1939 and 1945, which remain preserved in their original state throughout the canton of Schwyz.
The fortress includes observation stations positioned at 1,096 meters above sea level that were designed to direct artillery fire across the Linth plain.
GPS coordinates: 47.17414,8.77910
Latest update: March 7, 2025 14:20
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