Sverresborg, Medieval castle ruins in Bergen, Norway
The fortress stands on elevated ground approximately 250 meters northeast of Bergenhus fortress, featuring stone outer walls and wooden interior structures.
King Sverre Sigurdsson constructed this strategic fortification between 1184 and 1185 during the Norwegian civil wars to secure his position.
The fortress accommodated 600 men and 40 noble women in 1207, indicating its role as both a military installation and social center.
The site remains under military jurisdiction but allows public access, with visitors able to explore the 17th-century reconstructed sections.
Seven German nationals and one Norwegian faced execution at this location in 1946 following World War II criminal proceedings.
Location: Bergen Municipality
Inception: 1184
GPS coordinates: 60.40136,5.32047
Latest update: March 7, 2025 16:02
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