Oskar-Fredriksborg Fortress

Oskar-Fredriksborg Fortress is a coastal defense structure on Rindö Island in Sweden. It includes multiple gun emplacements, fortified walls, and underground chambers built to resist naval attacks.

Construction took place between 1867 and 1877 to protect Stockholm from naval attacks through the Oxdjupet passage. It was part of a broader defense strategy for the Stockholm archipelago during that era.

The fortress shows Swedish military engineering from the 1800s through its building design and position in the archipelago. The layout reflects the defense strategy needed to control the waters around Stockholm.

You can reach the site by driving along the coastal road on Rindö Island, with regular ferries available from Vaxholm and Stockholm. The visit works best during warmer months when the pathways are dry and easy to walk.

The underground chambers were built to protect ammunition and supplies from direct fire while allowing quick access to gun positions above. This connection between underground and above ground shows the sophistication of fortress design from that period.

Location: Vaxholm Municipality

Inception: 1877

Part of: Fortification line of Vaxholm

Website: https://sfv.se/sv/lokaler/locations/bogesunds-slott-vaxholm1

GPS coordinates: 59.39861,18.43528

Latest update: December 8, 2025 21:03