Grauerort Fortress, Military fortress in Stade, Germany
The hexagonal artillery fort stands on the Elbe River bank, featuring 10-meter-high earth walls and a protective concrete bridge entrance path.
The Prussian military constructed this defensive fortification between 1869 and 1879 to protect Hamburg's port and the Elbe River from potential enemy ships.
The fortress exhibits collections of military artifacts and equipment, providing educational insights into 19th-century German military engineering and defense strategies.
The fortress opens from 11:00 AM to 5:30 PM on weekends and holidays, with entry tickets costing 3 euros for adults and free for children.
The fortress contains a 250-meter pier that once supported a restaurant named Klein Helgoland, serving as an alternative destination when Heligoland island remained inaccessible.
Location: Stade
Inception: 1869
GPS coordinates: 53.67720,9.49010
Latest update: May 16, 2025 06:30
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