Tønsberg Fortress (Tunsberghus festning) was a medieval fortress and castle, located in Tønsberg, Norway which was defended by the fortress for over 300 years. [1] It includes ruins from Castrum Tunsbergis, Norway's largest castle in the 13th century, originally built by King Håkon IV, the grandson of King Sverre. [2] [3] [4] [5]

Oct 17, 2024 · Learn more about the fascinating history of this incredible tower and castle ruins in our complete travel guide to Tønsberg Fortress, including where exactly the fortress is located, how to get there and top tips for your visit.

Oct 5, 2023 · Tonsberg Fortress (Castrum Tunsbergis Ruins) The Tonsberg Fortress served as a force of protection against enemy attacks for more than 300 years. King Hakon IV built it in the 13th century.

Feb 3, 2023 · An almost impenetrable natural fortress perched high on the hill was the ideal location for a royal seat of power and to protect one of the most important harbors in the Viking Age.

Explore the remains of Scandinavia’s largest medieval fortress and learn more about Tønsberg’s incredible history at the Slottsfjell museum. The Haugar Vestfold art museum is a popular venue for contemporary art.

Explore the Tunsberghus Fortress ruins, Norway’s largest medieval ruin park, open all year round. King Håkon Håkonsson constructed the fortress, and it remains a significant part of Norway’s Middle Ages history. Visiting hours: The tower is open from April to October.

Apr 10, 2021 · Tønsberg Fortress. Tønsberg fortress was built in the late middle ages. Several Norwegian kings frequently resided in the castle which eventually grew to become The largest Fortress in Norway. After the great plague which saw Norway enter the Klamar union, the fortress lost its importance.

Oct 30, 2020 · If you are looking to explore the Tonsberg of the past, don’t miss out on Tonsberg Fortress. The ruins found at this historical site are a silent witness to how King Harald I united the country and it illustrates the importance of Tonsberg as Norway’s oldest town.

Tønsberg Fortress, located in the heart of Norway’s oldest town, is one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions.

Tønsberg Castle, spread across the hill behind the town, was the largest fortress in Norway in the 13th century. In 1503 the Swedes destroyed what they could, but nonetheless, the modern (1888), 17m-high Slottsfjellstårnet tower provides a good viewpoint over the ruins.