Forgotten History
Nieuwe Steeg Fort
Leerdam, Netherlands
Fort bij de Nieuwe Steeg, also called Fort bij Herwijnen near Herwijnen in Gelderland is part of the New Dutch Waterline. It was built in 1878 on the east side of Fort Asperen, south of the Linge River. The fort had to protect a piece of land that was not to be flooded and lay against the inside of the Lingedijk. Another task was to support Fort Asperen and the nearby weapons site.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Leerdam, Netherlands
- Address
- Nieuwe Steeg bij 72, Leerdam
- Coordinates
- 51.86556, 5.12472
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q18776073
What is Nieuwe Steeg Fort?
Nieuwe Steeg Fort is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps, on Nieuwe Steeg bij 72. Other places close by: Catharinakerk, Sint-Catharinakerk, O.L. Vrouw Geboortekerk, Gellicum, Heukelum Castle.
Where is Nieuwe Steeg Fort?
Nieuwe Steeg Fort is in Leerdam, Netherlands. Coordinates: 51.86556, 5.12472.
How do I get to Nieuwe Steeg Fort?
Nieuwe Steeg Fort is at Nieuwe Steeg bij 72, Leerdam, Netherlands (51.86556, 5.12472). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.