Fort d'Émines, Namur

Name: Fort d'Émines
Address: Rue du Fort d'Emines, Namur, 5020, Belgium
Telephone: +32 470 25 28 65

#12 among attractions in Namur

Forts and castles, Historical place

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The Fort d'Emines is one of nine forts built as part of the Fortifications of Namur in the late 19th century in Belgium. It was built between 1888 and 1892 according to the plans of General Henri Alexis Brialmont. Contrasting with the French forts built in the same era by Raymond Adolphe Séré de Rivières, the fort was built exclusively of unreinforced concrete, a new material, rather than masonry. In 1914 the fort was heavily bombarded by German artillery in the Battle of Namur. Unlike seven of the nine Namur forts, Émines was never upgraded to become part of the fortified position of Namur. Instead, it became a supply and munitions depot. The fort is now abandoned on private property. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1888 (137 years ago)Coordinates: 50°30'24"N, 4°51'1"E

Address

Rue du Fort d'EminesNamur 5020 Belgium

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+32 470 25 28 65

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Fort d'Émines – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Citadelle de Namur, St Aubin's Cathedral, Château de Flawinne, Musée Félicien Rops.

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