Restoration of the Fortified Town of Brielle
The fortress of Brielle was first mentioned in 1257. In the 16th century and ongoing in the early 17th century fortification was gradually improved and got the shape shown now. Restoration of the earthen ramparts and moat and also of a great number of old houses.
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Project details
Title: | Restoration of the Fortified Town of Brielle |
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Entr. year: | 1980 |
Result: | Diploma |
Country: | Netherlands |
Town: | Brielle |
Category type: | architectural heritage |
Notes: | -Also project type: Military/Defensive/Fortified building/system |
Building type/ Project type: | Urban renewal/design - Village renewal/design |
Former use: | Inner urban area of a fortified sea side town |
Actual use: | Historic urban core with a resident population |
Built: | 16th century |
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Description:
The fortress of Brielle was first mentioned in 1257. In the 16th century and ongoing in the early 17th century fortification was gradually improved and got the shape shown now. Restoration of the earthen ramparts and moat and also of a great number of old houses.
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