Fort Giessen
Fort Giessen is a unique nature and education fort dating from 1879, located on the edge of the New Dutch Waterline. Surrounded by greenery and water, it offers a unique, historic atmosphere. Visit the trench, discover its history and visit the bat enclosure during the summer months.
Fort Giessen is a historic nature and educational fort dating from 1879, located near Giessen on the edge of the New Dutch Water Line. The fort is set in a green, water-rich landscape and tells the story of the Dutch Water Line and the fort’s role during World War I and World War II.
In and around Fort Giessen, you’ll discover various unique features of the fort. Explore the original powder magazines, walk through the World War I trench, and visit the exhibition hall. During the summer months, you can also see the bat roost.
Visit Fort Giessen
Fort Giessen is open to visitors on select days during the summer months. Check the fort’s calendar in advance for current opening days and times. From September through April, the fort is closed to allow bats to hibernate.
When the f…
Fort Giessen is a historic nature and educational fort dating from 1879, located near Giessen on the edge of the New Dutch Water Line. The fort is set in a green, water-rich landscape and tells the story of the Dutch Water Line and the fort’s role during World War I and World War II.
In and around Fort Giessen, you’ll discover various unique features of the fort. Explore the original powder magazines, walk through the World War I trench, and visit the exhibition hall. During the summer months, you can also see the bat roost.
Visit Fort Giessen
Fort Giessen is open to visitors on select days during the summer months. Check the fort’s calendar in advance for current opening days and times. From September through April, the fort is closed to allow bats to hibernate.
When the fort is closed, you can still explore the surrounding area. You can take a walk around the fort’s moat and visit the World War I Education Park. There are several walking and biking trails in the area that pass by the fort and wind through the landscape of the Biesbosch Line.