Sverresborg, Medieval castle ruin in Trondheim, Norway
Stone fortification remains stand on a steep cliff, featuring defensive walls and foundations that reveal medieval construction techniques from the 12th century.
King Sverre Sigurdsson ordered the construction of Sverresborg during the winter of 1182, using stone from the same quarry that supplied Nidaros Cathedral.
The site incorporates both ancient castle ruins and the Sverresborg Trøndelag Folk Museum, displaying 60 historical buildings from the region's past.
Visitors can access the castle ruins through the folk museum, which offers guided tours and educational programs about Norwegian medieval history.
Excavations at Sverresborg uncovered a skeleton from 1197, belonging to a tall man who experienced health issues during the castle's operational period.
Location: Trondheim municipality
Inception: 1182
GPS coordinates: 63.41960,10.35700
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:51
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