Fredriksholm Fortress, Fortress ruins on coastal islet in Kristiansand, Norway.
The fortress features two distinct sections: a lower part along the shoreline and an upper section with a tower containing royal chambers.
Construction of Fredriksholm Fortress started in 1655 under Frederick III of Denmark's reign and reached completion in 1662 as part of Norway's defense system.
The fortress structure represented Danish-Norwegian military architecture with its strategic positioning and dual-level design incorporating both defensive and residential functions.
Visitors can access the fortress ruins by boat from Kristiansand harbor, where local tour operators provide regular transportation services during summer months.
In 1910, the fortress temporarily housed 98 Greenland dogs destined for Roald Amundsen's South Pole expedition while awaiting health inspections.
GPS coordinates: 58.09647,7.98272
Latest update: March 6, 2025 17:26
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