Toorenvliedt is the only intact divisional headquarters in the Netherlands and the most complete one within the Atlantic Wall. Today, there are still 11 bunkers (7 bombproof and 4 lighter bunkers) – three command posts, seven staff shelters and a type 618 communications post that is unique to the Netherlands. The 618 is also a very rare design internationally speaking; only about 5 examples still exist. It has been restored in recent years, is now complete, and can therefore participant of Bunker Day. The bunker has been partly staged using authentic items.
Bunker 618
other activities in the area
Command bunker 621
The bunker was camouflaged by decorating it to look like a house, complete with painted-on windows and a fake roof. A few years ago this original camouflage was reapplied.
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