Asterstein Fort, Military fortress in Koblenz, Germany
Fort Asterstein stands on the Pfaffendorfer Heights across the Rhine River, featuring a reduit and gate structure with remaining defensive casemates.
The Prussian military constructed Fort Asterstein between 1818 and 1828 as part of the Prussian fortress Ehrenbreitstein to protect Koblenz from potential invasions.
Fort Asterstein received its name in 1847 when Friedrich Wilhelm IV dedicated it to General von Aster for his contributions to Koblenz fortifications.
The Initiative Fort Asterstein association organizes regular guided tours, including night visits, with advance reservations required through their website.
After serving as a military installation until 1929, the fort transformed into residential housing for local families throughout the 1960s.
Location: Koblenz
Part of: Koblenz-Asterstein, Koblenz Fortress, Rhine Gorge
GPS coordinates: 50.35500,7.61528
Latest update: March 5, 2025 08:27
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