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Friesland · History

Bunkermuseum Wn 12H: through position and trench

On Vlieland, the visit consists of a reception bunker and parts of the Wn 12H position. The presentation on 1940–1945 is therefore directly shaped by the dune landscape.

Plan your visit ↗

Start in the reception bunker

The reception bunker is the most accessible place for the introduction and the object stories. Use the maps or explanations there to understand the outdoor route before you go through trenches and over stairs to other parts.

A position in the dunes

Together, bunkers form a position and therefore had different functions. Pay attention to how they are positioned in relation to each other and to lines of sight, but do not go searching outside the marked route yourself; nature, safety and fragile heritage set limits.

Object in the spotlight

The website mentions individual object stories and newsletters. Choose one object and ask how it fits into the larger system of occupation, defence or daily life, rather than looking only at the technology.

Before you go

Only the reception bunker is wheelchair accessible; the rest has trenches and stairs. Groups can arrange other times.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

  1. Research card 0211 — Bunkermuseum Wn 12H

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified reference from a supplied research card; content, authority and currency still to be checked independently.

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