Fort de Roovere

Fort de Roovere is a military fort in Halsteren featuring earthen ramparts and a water-filled moat that encircles its defensive structure. The construction displays characteristic elements of Dutch military design with angled bastions for maximum defensive coverage.

The fort was designed by military engineer Menno van Coehoorn and faced a French assault in 1747 during a major European conflict. Its construction reflected the military thinking of the era and helped secure the region's borders.

The site has long held significance in local heritage and remains an important reference point for understanding Dutch defensive engineering practices. Visitors today experience it as a place where past military strategies are remembered and studied.

The site can be reached via well-maintained walking paths that circle the fort, with guided tours available year-round by advance booking. The experience is most enjoyable during fair weather, though the grounds remain accessible in most seasons.

A distinctive feature is the sunken bridge crossing the moat at water level, which allows visitors to pass without disrupting the fort's defensive profile. This design solution demonstrates how engineers balanced practical access with military needs.

Location: Bergen op Zoom

Part of: 6e fortenlinie van Bergen op Zoom naar Steenbergen, bestaande uit de forten Roovers, Pinsen, het afgegraven fort Moermont met verbindende linie met bastions

GPS coordinates: 51.52908,4.29974

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:01