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Frank en Nancy 🇧🇪
March 22, 2021
Hiking
The Ertbrandbos, which houses the Fort of Ertbrand, is a 90-hectare nature reserve in a remote corner of Kapellen. The area forms the ecological connection between the forest areas of …
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•🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën
October 4, 2020
Hiking
Fort info: Construction began in 1906 and was completed in 1912 to defend the Antwerp Defence Line during World War I.
After World War II, the fort was used by the Belgian Bomb Disposal Service. Now, Natuurpunt is the proud owner, allowing bats to roost undisturbed. The fort now serves as a large wintering roost for these small, winged creatures. The fort can only be visited three times during the summer with a guide by appointment.
After World War II, the fort was used by the Belgian Bomb Disposal Service. Now, Natuurpunt is the proud owner, allowing bats to roost undisturbed. The fort now serves as a large wintering roost for these small, winged creatures. The fort can only be visited three times during the summer with a guide by appointment.
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