Fort de Marchovelette

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The Fort de Marchovelette 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. Malonne was upgraded in the 1930s to become part of the fortified position of Namur in an attempt to forestall or slow an attack from Germany. It saw action in 1940 during the Battle of Belgium, and was captured by German forces. The fort is now used as a military and police training facility. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1888 (137 years ago)Coordinates: 50°30'23"N, 4°56'14"E

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Fort de Marchovelette – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château de Franc-Waret, Scladina, Musée Félicien Rops, Belfry of Namur.

1.9 miNE
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Scladina
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50°27'47"N • 4°51'45"E
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, Tower, Historical place
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Forts and castles
Fort de Maizeret
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Forts and castles
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Universities and schools
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