Fort Crevecoeur

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Den Bosch was a fortified city that made strategic use of its location in a swampy environment. Forts were built at strategic points around the city. Fort Crévecoeur was one such fortress. It dates back to the 16th century and was built at the mouth of the Dieze on the Meuse.

Fort Créveceour blocked enemy shipping to Den Bosch. At the beginning of the 18th century, locks were built in the Dieze. This allowed the city council to flood the area north of Den Bosch to keep enemies out of the city.

In 1750, powder houses and magazines were built. All that remains of this are now some ruins. Around Créveceour are the remains of an overgrown canal.

After the fort lost its function, it fell into disrepair. Remains of the fort became overgrown with various plant species. The protected 'great teasel ball' is still found here. Créveceour is nominated to be restored as a cultural monument with ecological value.

jan klink

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