Melbylejren is a former military installation and training ground situated at

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, North Zealand, some 60 km north of

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, Denmark. It was established in 1886 and decommissioned in 2003 and the buildings are now used as a venue for events and recreational activities.

History

The area was turned into a military training ground in 1886 although the first buildings were not built until 1897 and a permanent staff was not stationed at the camp until 1916. The camp was used by the occupying German forces during World War II and for a while used as a military prison camp after the liberation before it was once again turned into a shooting range. It closed in 2003. The buildings are now used for events.

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Buildings and structures in Halsnæs Municipality Military facilities in Denmark 1886 establishments in Denmark {{Denmark-struct-stub