Orlogsfartøjet ved Kastellholmen

Orlogsfartöjet ved Kastellholmen is a sunken wooden warship lying in shallow waters off the western shore of Kastellholmen. The vessel's structure remains visible in the water, revealing its outline and wooden components, particularly when water levels drop.

The vessel was built in 1642 in Neustadt, Holstein and captured by Swedish forces during the Battle of Ebeltoft Bay in 1659. Since then, the ship has remained submerged in the waters near Kastellholmen.

The sunken ship reflects a period when Stockholm served as a major base for Swedish naval operations. Visitors walking along the shore can see the vessel's outline in the water and read the historical information panels nearby.

The best time to observe the wreck is during low tide, when the water level drops and the ship's contours become clearer. Visitors should look from the adjacent waterfront promenade where informational signs explain the location and help orient visitors to the site.

The ship was deliberately filled with stone ballast and sunk, likely serving as a foundation for a former bridge that once connected Skeppsholmen and Kastellholmen. This practical reuse shows how vessels were repurposed at the end of their useful life.

GPS coordinates: 59.32297,18.08728

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:20