Sverresborg, Medieval castle ruins in Bergen, Norway
Sverresborg is a castle ruin located on elevated ground northeast of Bergenhus fortress in Bergen. The site features remains of stone walls alongside reconstructed wooden structures from the 17th century.
King Sverre Sigurdsson built the fortress between 1184 and 1185 as a strategic stronghold during Norway's civil wars. The construction reinforced his authority in the region.
The site represents a significant chapter in Bergen's past and visitors can observe how medieval royal courts combined military and residential purposes. The layout reveals how a king managed both defense and court life in one location.
The site is open to the public and allows visitors to explore the ruins from multiple viewpoints. The elevated terrain requires walking over uneven ground in some areas.
A war crimes tribunal took place here in 1946 following World War II, resulting in executions at the site. This chapter in the location's past often goes unnoticed by visitors exploring the medieval ruins.
Location: Bergen Municipality
Inception: 1184
GPS coordinates: 60.40136,5.32047
Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:06
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