Steinvikholm Castle, Medieval fortress on Skatval peninsula, Norway
The stone fortress occupies half of a rocky island, featuring two towers and architectural elements typical of 16th-century European military structures.
Archbishop Olav Engelbrektsson commissioned the construction of Steinvikholm Castle between 1525 and 1532 as Norway's last Catholic stronghold.
The August midnight opera 'Olav Engelbrektsson' presents the story of the last Catholic Archbishop through music composed by Henning Sommerro.
The castle opens for visitors from July 1st to August 15th, Monday through Sunday, with operating hours from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The fortress required continuous water transportation from mainland Norway, as the island location lacked natural freshwater springs.
Location: Stjørdal Municipality
GPS coordinates: 63.54378,10.81321
Latest update: May 19, 2025 17:14
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