Victoria Fort

The Victoria Fort contains two 15.2-centimeter cannons mounted in a double turret, originally from the battleship HMS Drottning Victoria, with a range of 17 kilometers.

Built in 1963 as part of Sweden's defense strategy during the Cold War, the fort protected the Porsi hydroelectric power station on the Lule River until 1997.

The facility represents Swedish military engineering from the Cold War period, incorporating naval artillery into a mountain fortress system along the Lule River valley.

The fort museum contains sleeping quarters for 30 people, conference facilities, a certified kitchen, and maintains its original military equipment and furniture.

Located inside Bomyrberget mountain, the fort extends 50 meters underground through thick double doors and protective airlocks, preserving its 1988 operational condition.

Location: Jokkmokk Municipality

Inception: 1963

GPS coordinates: 66.41790,20.61279

Latest update: March 3, 2025 13:05