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Sint-Niklaas

Beveren

The Observation Tower

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Belgium

Flanders

East Flanders

Sint-Niklaas

Beveren

The Observation Tower

The Observation Tower

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Please check local regulations for: Fort Liefkenshoek

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    Location: Beveren, Sint-Niklaas, East Flanders, Flanders, Belgium

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    March 28, 2023

    A must to climb De Watchtower. At this location you are immediately aware of the ins and outs of the Scheldt.

    Information panel and history explanation:

    After the Second World War, the Belgian Navy took up residence at Fort Liefkenshoek. A watchtower was then erected on one of the shot bunkers from the First World War.

    The belvedere offers a breathtaking view of the Scheldt, of impressively large ships, of the port activities along both the left and right banks and of the industrial settlements in the former polders of Sint-Anna-Ketenis and Doel.

    The location, shape, layout and buildings of the Liefkenshoek site are also clearly distinguishable from the top of the watchtower.

    Enjoy what's happening in your field of view.

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      July 9, 2022

      Beautiful viewpoint from this tower over the Scheldt, the fortress and the bunkers.

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        July 10, 2022

        What a beautiful view this building gives over the Scheldt. And accessible for free too.

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