Tangen Fort

Tangen Fort sits on the Langesundstangen peninsula and contains bunkers and gun positions overlooking the strategic Skagerrak waters. The site spreads across several elevated points connected by paths that lead through the former military positions.

The fort was built in March 1941 by German forces as a coastal battery and served as a strategic post throughout World War II. After the war, parts of the fortification were preserved and remain accessible to visitors today.

The fort represents Norwegian coastal defense strategy and shows how military installations were built into the landscape. Visitors today can see how the structure was adapted to its surroundings and understand its role in protecting the region.

Access is from a parking area near Skipperhuset, with an asphalted road leading to a restored wooden bridge crossing the site. From there, visitors can follow various paths throughout the grounds to explore the different structures.

The grounds are part of a protected nature reserve with viewpoints offering views across the water to Helgeroa and Jomfruland. This location lets visitors experience military history alongside the natural landscape in a single visit.

Location: Langesund

GPS coordinates: 58.98841,9.75758

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01