Kristiansten Fortress
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Kristiansten Fortress is located on a hill east of the city of Trondheim in Trøndelag county, Norway, named after Christian V of Denmark-Norway. It was built after the city fire of Trondheim in 1681 to protect the city against attack from the east. Construction was finished in 1685.
attractions: Nidaros Cathedral, Old Town Bridge, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Our Lady Church, Archbishop's Palace, Trondheim, St. Olav's Cathedral, Trondheim, The Armoury, Vitensenteret i Trondheim, Stiftsgårdsparken, Trondheim Kunstmuseum, restaurants: Frati restaurant, KōH i NōR, Una pizzeria e bar, Graffi Grill Midtbyen, Olivia Solsiden, Grano Trondheim, Baklandet Skydsstation, Antikvariatet, Trondheim Camping, Three Lions pub
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Kristiansten Fortress is located on a hill east of the city of Trondheim in Trøndelag county, Norway, named after Christian V of Denmark-Norway. It was built after the city fire of Trondheim in 1681 to protect the city against attack from the east. Construction was finished in 1685.
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A beautiful place to hang out with friends and family. A breathtaking view of the Fjord and the Nidelva river. Benches and desks are provided at various locations to relax. A restaurant is there inside the Fortress. The walls of the Fortress are very tall. No proper fencing. So, you have to be very careful with the children. There are QR codes provided at various locations. Scanning them would take to the History of the Fortress, given in both English and Norwegian. No entry fee! The nearest bus stop is 10 minutes by walk. Car parking facility just outside the main entrance. Fireworks during New Year is awesome:)
Abin KrishnanAbin Krishnan
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This fortress has several historical threads associated with it - the Swedish siege of Trondheim, The Carolean Death March (Swedish: karolinernas dödsmarsch), the Nazi occupation of Norway. The views here are pleasant and holistic, indeed, the location is strategic - Trondheimsfjorden, Munkholmen island, the city, the mountains. The cannons and the Howitzers are well maintained. I was left desiring for more information, also, the dungeon was closed. I suggest people to read on the Internet about the fortress before their visit. If you are a History enthusiast, don't miss this place when you visit Trondheim.
Omkar JoshiOmkar Joshi
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Magnificent view over Trondheim, all year round. But nothing beats the view on a sunny morning in early summer. Nice cafe serves meals, or just a coffee. Come for the view, but stay for a nice, family friendly trip, including a picnic on the large lawns just outside the fortress' walls, with plenty of space for football or frisbee, or just for a relaxing tanning, the few days the sun really shines. The fortress also has exhibitions - I haven't seen them in years, but they used to be cool, an well suited for children.
Gøran Flakne GynnildGøran Flakne Gynnild
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This is a well preserved Fortress overlooking the old town of Trondheim. Well maintained and with lots of information boards, giving you some of the history of the place. Great views from up here on a good day. It’s had a long history, and was used as a fort up until WW2 when Germans used it as a base, and also as a place of execution of resistance fighters. One place that could have had more information was the keep itself. Big, beautiful white block, but not much info about it. Good clean toilets.
Mike RCMike RC
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It is a beautiful park, very slippery in the snow/ice but the views from the fort at the top of the hill are amazing, especially as it’s getting dark and the street lights are coming on. If you’re ever in Trondheim I would recommend visiting, just be careful if it’s icy, the roads are slippery and there are parts of the park that are like ice rinks, but you can still manage to get around easily if you watch your step!!
Kerrie BinksKerrie Binks
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The Fortress is very closed to old town bridge. Pass the bridge walking straight up, around 10-15 minutes, you can easily find it is right up on the hill. An unforgettable history will be vivid in your mind when visit in person. From here, a beautiful picturesque landscape will fulfill your soul. The combination of lake, cathedral, trees and colorful houses just like painting from heaven!
Jo C. H. ChenJo C. H. Chen
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