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Hoeve Ravenstein
Hoeve Ravenstein
3744 ML Baarn -
TOP De Linielanding
TOP De Linielanding
3433 NV Nieuwegein -
Fort Spion
Fort Spion
Bloklaan 9a
1231 AZ Loosdrecht -
Ledig Erf
Ledig Erf
Tolsteegbrug 3
3511 ZN Utrecht -
Fort Everdingen
Fort Everdingen
Anyone who delves into the history of the Vijfheerenlanden will soon discover that the now very quiet and peaceful area has a history filled with clashing weapons. Destroyed towns and castles, plundering and domestic (and foreign) wars: every town and village has its own story to tell. Everdingen was put on the Dutch military map in the 19th Century as part of the New Dutch Water Line.
The New Dutch Water Line ran from the former Zuiderzee near Muiden to the Biesbosch near Werkendam and consisted of a variety of defences and inundation fields (areas that could be placed underwater). Fort Everdingen was built between 1842 and 1847 and, together with Fort Honswijk, formed the Lek access on the other side of the Lek. The surrounding land could be flooded using inundation locks. The fort itself was walled and well defended by a variety of casemates. The new Dutch Water Line was prepared 3 times. At the end of World War II, German forces used the line as a defence against the advancing Allies. Fort Everdingen lost its defensive function after the war. The military Explosive Ordinance Disposal service used the fort until 2014. It’s now home to the German & Lauret brewery, which uses the special water filtering system in their brewery. It’s also an over-wintering place for many bats.
Further reading: Batestein Castle, Hagestein Castle, Vianen Castle, Brederode statue, Everdingen village centre, Vianen water tower.
4121 KK Everdingen -
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Inundation lock at Wijk bij Duurstede
Inundation lock at Wijk bij Duurstede
In 1870, the Kromme Rijn was given a key role in the New Dutch Waterline. Back then, it took almost a month to flood the area around Utrecht. This had to be speeded up. To this end, the river was widened, its bends were straightened and locks and dams were built. Near Wijk bij Duurstede, a large inundation lock was built that made Wijk bij Duurstede the ‘tap’ with which to turn on the New Dutch Waterline. This reduced the time needed to flood the inundation areas to between 4 and 12 days. The inlet is still used daily to transport fresh water to the city of Utrecht and the river Vecht.
3961CH Wijk bij Duurstede -
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Petting Zoo 'Oortjespad'
Petting Zoo 'Oortjespad'
3471 HD Kamerik -
Statues in the Máximapark
Statues in the Máximapark
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The Hernhutter (Moravian Brothers) House
The Hernhutter (Moravian Brothers) House
3703 CA Zeist -
Museum Vredegoed
Museum Vredegoed
3612 BA Tienhoven -
DOMunder
DOMunder
DOMunder uncovers the rich history of one of Utrecht's most significant locations: Domplein. Guided by an expert and equipped with your own smart flashlight, you will explore the place where the city of Utrecht was born. Go underground and discover archaeological remains and exciting stories.
3512 JC Utrecht -
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Dutch Fortress Museum
Dutch Fortress Museum
Westwalstraat 6
1411 PB Naarden -
TOP Leerdam
TOP Leerdam
Lingedijk 8
4142 LD Leerdam -
Fort Lunet aan de Snel
Fort Lunet aan de Snel
Somewhat hidden in the woods along Gedekte Gemeenschapsweg between Fort Honswijk and Werk aan de Korte Uitweg is the small but atmospheric Lunet aan de Snel. The earthen rampart allowed defenders to repel an attack on Fort Honswijk from the north-east. In addition, its guns covered parts of the Lekdijk – something that could not be achieved from Fort Honswijk.
These days, the fort houses an exhibition that illustrates the key role that water plays in our community and its unique properties.
3998 NJ Schalkwijk -
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Geofort
Geofort
Explore the exciting old fort island at GeoFort. Plenty of experiments await both inside and outside: wander the dark subterranean tunnels, make your way through the maze or use the lift to descend 6,000 kilometres into the earth. Use the maps to find your way around the virtual Minecraft world or visit the virtual sandpit, where you can make a volcano erupt! Feel like having a break? Our pancake restaurant, De WereldPan, has an extensive food and drinks menu.
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Nieuwe Steeg 74
4171 KG Herwijnen -
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Logis Hotel Het Wapen van Harmelen
Logis Hotel Het Wapen van Harmelen
3481 EK Harmelen -
Veenendaal Museum
Veenendaal Museum
3901 TP Veenendaal -
TOP Huis Doorn
TOP Huis Doorn
3941 MT Doorn -
Fort Vreeswijk
Fort Vreeswijk
3433 ZZ Nieuwegein -
Restaurant La Montagne
Restaurant La Montagne
3911 SC Rhenen -
TOP teahouse Mon Chouette
TOP teahouse Mon Chouette
3831 JZ Leusden -
Castle Slot Zuylen
Castle Slot Zuylen
3611 AS Oud Zuilen -
Grachten Galerie
Grachten Galerie
3511 NE Utrecht -
Vianen
Vianen
Vianen
