Fort Delimara

Always look forward to visit Fort Delimara during the open days. Well-preserved history and an interesting excursion. Thank you, Heritage Malta!

Brief history Fort Delimara was built between 1876 and 1878 to defend Marsaxlokk Harbour. It is a typical example of a British Victorian fort when fortifications were constructed low lying and camouflaged as much as possible. Its original artillery comprised of six 38-ton Rifled Muzzle Loading guns, of which four still survive. New Breech Loading guns were installed in 1892, 1913 and 1939. The parade ground includes the soldiers' barracks and other ancillary structures. It was active during the Second World War but was decommissioned in 1956 when coastal defence was abolished..It is possible to visit the Fort just on open days organised by Heritage Malta.

Old fort preserved as world heritage, used to be a museum. Now, I am not sure if it is closed for visitors because the covid restrictions, or if they just close for keep more preserved, once that tourist activities can cause detritions. Located in a natural park, it is a very nice place for hiking, with a amazing and unique sea view, also a nice view for the port and the power plant.

It's cloces righ now but looks quite cool from outside. Great view of harbour.

An interesting Fort. A guided tour helps one to appreciate the place.

Lovely hidden spot. Good views. Fort totally abandoned. Would been lovely to go inside .

A quiet place near the sea with excellent views.

We got an amazing tour of the fort thanks to Heritage Malta