Fredriksberg Fortress, Military fortress in Nordnes, Norway.
Fredriksberg Fortress occupies the highest point of the Nordnes peninsula with steep cliffs descending to the sea along its western side. The structure dominates the western entrance to Bergen harbor with its solid stone walls and bastion layout.
Dutch General Henrik Ruse initiated construction in 1666, with the fortress fully completed by 1706. It was built as part of a defensive line to protect Bergen's harbor from naval threats.
The fortress grounds were used for executions, with Swedish counterfeiter Jacob Wallin marking the last execution at this location in 1876.
The interior of the fortress remains closed to visitors, though the exterior grounds offer views across central Bergen and the harbor. The site is accessible by foot and the surrounding area invites exploration of the waterfront.
From 1667 to 1926, the fortress served as a fire watch station and fire station for Bergen municipality. This long chapter of its use for firefighting is often overlooked by visitors today.
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