Geofort
Explore the future of our planet at GeoFort in Herwijnen. Experiment with both ancient and modern geo-techniques. Discover the underground tunnel, create your own compass, follow the trail in the scent maze, or step into the virtual elevator to the Earth's core on this exciting fortress island.
GeoFort is an interactive science center located on an intriguing fort in the New Dutch Waterline. Everything in the science center revolves around the planet Earth. Three themes are central: climate, geodesign, and big data. Experience these themes in the GeoExperience, the 'intelligent' maze, and the Bat Trail playground.
GeoFort is part of the New Dutch Waterline. The line was meant to protect the wealthy west from enemies coming from the east. Pieces of land were flooded up to knee height. This prevented the enemy from attacking the Netherlands by boat or on foot. Water became the most important weapon for the Netherlands.
Since June 2012, GeoFort has been open on weekends and holidays for families. Experience the power of spatial thinking at GeoFort. Visit the interactive children's museum GeoFort where everything revolves around the Earth or dine in the restaurant.
Activities Step into the Expedition Earth and take an exciting journey to the center of the Earth. Explore the earthquake room, design your own maze with planks, or create your own compass with a small needle! The possibilities are endless at GeoFort.
