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Bourtange Fortress
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Klaske Schep
November 23, 2023
Hiking
A historic fortified town, Bourtange is known for its beautifully preserved fortifications.
In the 20th century, Bourtange fell into disrepair, but in the 1960s a large-scale restoration project began to restore the fortress to its former glory. Today, Bourtange is an open-air museum where you can enjoy the restored fortifications, historic buildings and museums that highlight the city's history and military strategies of the time.
In the 20th century, Bourtange fell into disrepair, but in the 1960s a large-scale restoration project began to restore the fortress to its former glory. Today, Bourtange is an open-air museum where you can enjoy the restored fortifications, historic buildings and museums that highlight the city's history and military strategies of the time.
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Tessa Mul
February 9, 2024
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Fortress Bourtange was built under the command of William the Silent and completed in 1593. Its original purpose was to control the only road between Germany and the city of Groningen, which was controlled by the Spanish during the Eighty Years' War.
After experiencing its last battle in 1672, the fortress continued to serve in the defensive network on the German border until it was finally abandoned in 1851 and converted into a village. Bourtange now serves as a 'living' historical museum with authentic cafes, restaurants and accommodations.
After experiencing its last battle in 1672, the fortress continued to serve in the defensive network on the German border until it was finally abandoned in 1851 and converted into a village. Bourtange now serves as a 'living' historical museum with authentic cafes, restaurants and accommodations.
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manulie
April 28, 2018
Hiking
A fantastic piece of history!!!
A uniquely restored fortress with a crazy charm and flair!
The fortress was almost lost due to agricultural use and was reconstructed very lovingly and at great financial expense.
However, you can buy a combined ticket for the fortress museums.
Entry:
Children 0 to 6 years: free
Children 6 to 12 years € 4.50
Adults: €8.50
Family card € 22.00
Additional Information:
bourtange.nl
A uniquely restored fortress with a crazy charm and flair!
The fortress was almost lost due to agricultural use and was reconstructed very lovingly and at great financial expense.
However, you can buy a combined ticket for the fortress museums.
Entry:
Children 0 to 6 years: free
Children 6 to 12 years € 4.50
Adults: €8.50
Family card € 22.00
Additional Information:
bourtange.nl
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