Fort bij IJmuiden, Military fortress on an artificial island in Velsen, Netherlands
Fort bij IJmuiden exhibits a triangular layout with thick concrete walls, protected by a dry moat and equipped with multiple artillery positions.
Built between 1881 and 1888 to protect the North Sea Canal entrance, the fort housed up to 325 military personnel during its peak operational period.
The fort belongs to the Defense Line of Amsterdam, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site for its military engineering achievements.
Visitors can access the fort by boat from IJmuiden harbor, with guided tours available to explore the underground tunnels and fortified structures.
The fortress transformed into an island in 1929 when the canal expansion separated it from the mainland, creating its current isolated position.
Location: Velsen
Website: https://stelling-amsterdam.nl/forten/ijmuiden
GPS coordinates: 52.46533,4.57722
Latest update: March 5, 2025 01:35
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