Static War Headquarters Castlegate, NATO command bunker in Linnich, Germany
The Static War Headquarters Castlegate stretches across six underground floors with dimensions of 53 meters tall, 45 meters wide, and 28 meters long.
The construction of this military facility began in 1960 and reached completion in 1969, requiring an investment of 8.5 billion euros for its development.
The bunker represents a significant part of NATO defense infrastructure in Germany, demonstrating the military presence and cooperation between member states.
The facility maintains capacity for 500 personnel with supplies lasting two months, ensuring sustained operations during emergency situations.
The structure incorporates protection against conventional, biological, chemical attacks, plus resistance to shock waves and electromagnetic pulses from nuclear explosions.
Location: Linnich
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 50.98944,6.29556
Latest update: March 4, 2025 17:28
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