Ørje Fortress, Military fortress in Marker Municipality, Norway
The fortress consists of two separate structures, the northern Ørjekollen fort and southern Lihammeren fort, positioned along the Swedish border crossing.
Built in 1901-1902, the fortress protected Norway from potential Swedish attacks until the Karlstad Treaty led to its decommissioning in 1905.
The fortress represents Norway's military architecture from the early 1900s, featuring strategic gun emplacements, protected corridors, and defensive fortifications.
The northern fort section underwent restoration in 1991, enabling visitors to explore the preserved cannon positions and military infrastructure.
At its operational peak, the fortress contained 1,300 military personnel and Swedish forces considered it nearly impenetrable by infantry attacks.
Location: Marker Municipality
GPS coordinates: 59.48190,11.65110
Latest update: May 13, 2025 02:45
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