Tips
Cy
April 10, 2023
Cycling
The storm surge of 1953 also had consequences for Geertruidenberg and Raamdonksveer, many houses were in the water. That is why the dikes along the Donge were also raised as part of the Delta Works. This work was completed in 1994 and as a memento the last eighteen sandbags were cast in concrete and left as a work of art at the place where the delta height was last reached.
Artist: Hans van Eersel
Artist: Hans van Eersel
Translated by
•
•
🇧🇪 Herwig Aertbeliën
July 16, 2024
Cycling
Here they lie, the Last Sandbags as silent witnesses in the landscape.
Translated by•
•
Mark
May 16, 2023
Cycling
In 1993-1994 the dikes were raised and widened. Before that time, that area was very sensitive to high water. Hans van Eersel, a Hoogheemraadschap employee, came up with the idea of placing the 'last sandbags' that have become superfluous next to the dike. The artwork consists of 18 burlap sandbags filled with concrete.
Artist: Hans van Eersel
Artist: Hans van Eersel
Translated by•
•
In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!
Nearby routes
Best routes near The Last Sandbags Monument
3.8
(17)
67
riders
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
Easy
83
riders
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
Easy
3.8
(15)
91
riders
Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces.
Easy
Details
Informations
Elevation 50 m
Weather
Powered by Foreca
Saturday 14 November
10°C
0°C
92 %
Additional weather tips
It’s set to rain on your activity. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Most visited during
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December