Cross the water and explore the fort grounds! In the former gunpowder house you can learn more about the history of the fort, about the special nature in the area and about cycling, hiking and sailing routes.
From the viewpoint you have a panoramic view over the Horstermeerpolder, nature reserve De Wijde Blik and windmill Gabriel. In the fort's moat, with a bit of luck you can spot birds like tufted duck, grebe and kingfisher. Picnic tables are scattered around the grounds. There is a landing area for boats.
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Cross the water and explore the fort grounds! In the former gunpowder house you can learn more about the history of the fort, about the special nature in the area and about cycling, hiking and sailing routes.
From the viewpoint you have a panoramic view over the Horstermeerpolder, nature reserve De Wijde Blik and windmill Gabriel. In the fort's moat, with a bit of luck you can spot birds like tufted duck, grebe and kingfisher. Picnic tables are scattered around the grounds. There is a landing area for boats.
Fort Kijkuit is part of the New Dutch Waterline. This defence line protected the cities of Holland and Utrecht from 1815 to 1940.
The former powder house where weapons used to be stored has been transformed into an unmanned information room, topped by a viewpoint. The main building is set up as an office for the foresters of Natuurmonumenten. The casemate has been restored on the outside. This is the winter residence for bats and therefore the only building that is not accessible.
Opening times
- Every monday from 08:30 to 17:00
- Every tuesday from 08:30 to 17:00
- Every wednesday from 08:30 to 17:00
- Every thursday from 08:30 to 17:00
- Every friday from 08:30 to 12:00
- Every saturday closed
- Every sunday closed