Korsholm Castle, Medieval castle ruins in Vaasa, Finland.
Korsholm Castle consists of the remnants of a medieval fortress in Vaasa, visible today mainly as a low earthen mound. The site displays the original layout through information panels that explain the arrangement of buildings and defensive structures.
The fortress origins date to the 14th century, when a wooden structure with a protective moat was built. Over the centuries, the site played a strategic role in the Baltic region before eventually being abandoned.
The site feels like a peaceful waterfront spot where visitors can sense the former importance of this fortress. Local residents and travelers use the area to reflect on the medieval past of the region.
The site is easily reached on foot from Vaasa's historic district, with marked paths leading to the location. You can visit at any time since it is an open outdoor area with free access.
The site once served as a base for piracy in the Baltic Sea, where seafarers under a powerful leader raided merchant routes. Today only archaeological remains hint at this turbulent past.
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