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This enormous storm barrier is one of the largest moving structures on Earth, with each arm taller than the Washington Monument.

šŸ“œ Enormous storm barrier, part of the Deltawerken flood protection system.
šŸ” Protects Rotterdam from North Sea storm surges.

Why Go

šŸŒŠ Witness a technological marvel of engineering with gigantic moving parts.
šŸ“ø Impressive scale: each arm is almost 800 feet long, taller than the Washington Monument.
šŸš¶ Visit the nearby Keringhuis Technology Museum for more information.
šŸ—“ļø Annual test closures in September are public events.

Tips

šŸ“ Located in Hoek van Holland, accessible by car, foot, or bike.

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