Fort cycle route
42,8 km
Hoofddorp station
During this extensive fortress cycle route of no less than 42,8 kilometres you will pass the special historical monuments of Haarlemmermeer. These forts form a dense defence line that is part of the Defence Line of Amsterdam. A unique piece of cultural heritage in Haarlemmermeer. So unique that it has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List! The Defence Line of Amsterdam was originally built as a defence line around Amsterdam, is 149 kilometres long and consists of a total of 45 forts.
On this route you will discover...
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