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Keutenberg Quarry Air-Raid Shelter

Natural Monuments

Valkenburg Aan De Geul

Keutenberg Quarry Air-Raid Shelter

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Keutenberg Quarry Air-Raid Shelter

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Location: Valkenburg Aan De Geul, Limburg, Netherlands

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Corine

May 3, 2024

The Groeve onder de Keutenberg is an underground quarry and former air raid shelter. The quarry is located between Schin op Geul and Wijlre between the hamlets of Engwegen and Stokhem.
Between 3 July and 3 September 1944, a shelter was built here during the Second World War, where the local population of Etenaken could take shelter during air raids and shelling. An emergency bridge was built over the Geul so that the residents could reach the shelter dry.

Etenaken was liberated by the American Allies on 14 September 1944. Before the liberation, the families stayed in the shelter for two days and three nights.

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Leo de Eagle

August 20, 2024

For the calf biters: an asphalt road of 22% is available

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Mike

November 3, 2025

In the Keutenberg Quarry, you'll find a historic air raid shelter, a remnant from wartime that recalls the region's turbulent history. The shelter is hidden between the marl walls and offers an impressive glimpse into how people protected themselves during conflicts.

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Keutenberg Quarry Air-Raid Shelter

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