Ouvrage Hackenberg, Military fort and museum in Veckring, France
The Hackenberg fortification spans across 1.6 square kilometers, containing 10 kilometers of underground galleries connected by an electric railway system.
Built between 1929 and 1935 as part of the Maginot Line, this defensive structure remained intact during the 1940 battles and later served against American forces.
The fort presents reconstructed military facilities, including power stations, artillery turrets, ammunition shops, barracks, kitchens, and an infirmary from the interwar period.
Visitors should wear warm clothing as the interior temperature remains at 12 degrees Celsius throughout the year, with guided tours available from Monday to Sunday.
The complex contains nineteen surface blocks connected through underground passages, making it the largest fortification of the entire Maginot Line defensive system.
Location: Veckring
Part of: Fortified Sector of Boulay
GPS coordinates: 49.34361,6.36500
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:41
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