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Brialmont Route (western loop).

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24.4 km • Antwerp

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Gerard le Grellelaan 1, 2020 Antwerpen

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(This is the western leg of the Brialmont Trail. This one takes you past Fort 4, Fort 5, Fort 6, Fort 7 and Fort 8)

After independence in 1830, strict neutrality was imposed on Belgium. Since our country had no real natural defenses, they opted for a National Reduit. In the event of an enemy invasion, the army would retreat to Antwerp and resist until our allies came to the rescue. This defense concept provided for the Great Wall and a series of forts around Antwerp, based on the design of Captain Henri Alexis Brialmont. In five years (1859-1864), eight quasi-identical brick forts were built between Wijnegem and Hoboken. Both economically and militarily, the forts quickly proved outdated. In 1965, the ramparts disappeared almost entirely for the construction of the ring road around Antwerp. The forts themselves - except for that of Wijnegem - were beautifully preserved. Today you can walk, cycle or sport in green surroundings. Cultural events often take place there. The dark, damp spaces are a popular hibernation spot for bats.

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