Bourtange
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Bourtange is a fortified village situated in the province of Groningen in the Netherlands. It was established as a star fort during the Eighty Years' War to control strategic routes near the German border. Today, the site functions as an open-air museum showcasing its mid-18th-century military architecture.
Statistics
Area
0.25 km²
Population
430