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Fredriksberg Fortress, Military fortress in Nordnes, Norway.

The fortress occupies the highest point of Nordnes with steep cliffs descending to the sea along its western perimeter.

Dutch Engineer Major General Henrik Ruse initiated the construction between 1666 and 1667, with final completion achieved in 1706.

The fortress grounds were used for executions, with Swedish counterfeiter Jacob Wallin marking the last execution at this location in 1876.

The fortress interior remains closed to visitors, but the exterior grounds provide views over central Bergen and toward Laksevåg.

From 1667 to 1926, the fortress served as a fire watch station and fire station for Bergen municipality.

Location: Bergen Municipality

GPS coordinates: 60.39640,5.30910

Latest update: March 3, 2025 09:44

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