Fort in de Botshol, 19th century defensive fort in De Ronde Venen, Netherlands
Fort in de Botshol consists of earthen walls and defensive positions constructed on a stabilized sand foundation in the Noorderpolder region.
The fort was established in 1895 as part of the Stelling van Amsterdam defense line, but construction halted after World War I questioned its necessity.
The structure represents Dutch military engineering techniques, combining water management with strategic defense systems across the Netherlands landscape.
Access to the fort requires coordination with Natuurmonumenten organization and visits are primarily permitted during the annual Open Monumentendag event.
The fort remains in its 1895 earthwork state, making it the only fortification in the Stelling van Amsterdam that preserves its original defensive soil structures.
Location: De Ronde Venen
GPS coordinates: 52.25090,4.91185
Latest update: March 11, 2025 07:16
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