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Peter 🥾🐾🌲
August 6, 2026
Hiking
Life-size aluminium replica of a German DFS 230 glider on the upper plateau of Fort Eben-Emael. The monument commemorates the German attack of 10 May 1940, when gliders with airborne troops landed on and around the fort. The 11-metre-long construction was made by students from Campus de Helix in Maasmechelen.
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Patrick Tanja
August 16, 2026
Hiking
The DFS 230 is a German assault glider from World War II used in numerous airborne operations, notably for the attack on the Belgian Fort Eben Emael.
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Christoph Ernst
October 18, 2026
Hiking
Absolute highlight for history enthusiasts. The Western Campaign began here on May 10, 1940. The fort can be visited. Several hiking trails on and around the fort are highly recommended. Another highlight is the Caster suspension bridge with a height of approx. 50 m above the Albert Canal.
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