Forts in Cologne, Military fortification ring in Cologne, Germany
The defense system consists of two concentric fortification rings encircling the city, incorporating towers, gates, and massive walls built with stone and concrete.
The Prussian administration constructed these strategic fortifications from 1815 onwards, integrating elements from Roman and medieval defensive structures that protected the city.
The fortress ring structures now serve as educational sites where visitors learn about military architecture and defense strategies through guided tours and exhibitions.
The Militärringstraße road connects various preserved outer forts, making it possible to explore multiple sections of the fortification system in one day.
Fort V, a component of the ring, contains preserved documents and structural elements that detail its transformation from a military base to a deportation facility.
GPS coordinates: 50.95772,6.96155
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:42
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