Trekroner Fort

The stone and brick fortress extends across an artificial island, featuring defensive walls, canons, and ammunition storage rooms within its fortified structure.

Three decommissioned warships were deliberately sunk in 1713 to create the foundation for this military fortification, with one vessel named Trekroner determining the fort's name.

The fortress maintains numerous original architectural elements from the 18th century, demonstrating Danish military engineering and naval defense strategies of that period.

Visitors can reach the fort via scheduled boat services from Kvæsthusmolen pier, with admission prices of 80 DKK for adults and 40 DKK for children.

During World War II, German forces utilized the fortress as barracks, and after the war, it temporarily served as a detention facility for German officers.

Location: Copenhagen Municipality

Part of: Fortifications of Copenhagen

GPS coordinates: 55.70467,12.60831

Latest update: May 11, 2025 19:06