Bohus Fortress - Wikipedia
WebBohus Fortress (also known as Baahus or Båhus, originally [clarification needed]: Bágahús) lies along the old Norwegian–Swedish border in Kungälv, Bohuslän, Sweden, north east from Hisingen where the Göta river splits into two branches (20 km (12 mi) north of Gothenburg). It commands the surrounding area from a cliff 40 m (130 ft) high ...
Bohus Fästning | One Of West Sweden's Most Powerful ... - Bohus Fortress
WebWelcome to Bohus Fortress! One of Västra Götaland’s seven wonders and a popular destination, Bohus Fortress not only offers a unique history with magnificent architecture, here, you can also play, learn, eat and socialise in a genuine and culturally rich environment.
Bohus fortress, an unprecedented Nordic heritage in Kungälv
WebBohus fortress is a perfect stop on the way to or from Bohuslän and the Göta älv (river) valley. The centre of Gothenburg is only twenty minutes away. The fortress is easily reached by bus, and you can even dock your own boat. Picturesque Kungälv
Bohus fortress - Göteborgs officiella besöksguide
WebBohus fortress. An over 700 year old fortress north of Gothenburg. Swedish, Norwegian and Danish forces has tried to invade the Bohus fortress 14 times, but never succeeded. The fortress is over 700 years old and carries a big legacy from Nordic culture.
Bohus Fortress | Castles of Sweden
WebBohus fortress is of course the reason why the Swedish province Bohuslän carries the same name. Known since 1308, and due to its location right in the middle of the historical Nordic borders, it has been besieged 14 times by Swedes, Norwegians and Danes – a Nordic record – but the fortress has never been conquered!
Bohuslän – a gem on the idyllic west coast of Sweden - Visit Sweden
WebMay 12, 2022 · Bohus Fortress. Old fortresses dot the countryside in Sweden. Bohus Fortress, along the previous Swedish-Norwegian border, is impressive in size and fairly well-kept. Here, we can see the fog roll in over the fortress grounds. Photo: Per Pixel Petersson/imagebank.sweden.se
Siege of Bohus fortress - Wikipedia
WebThe siege of Bohus fortress (1678) was a siege by Dano–Norwegian troops during the Scanian War. The siege was endured by the Swedish defenders for weeks before forcing a Dano–Norwegian retreat.
Bohus Fästning - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WebJul 1, 2015 · Closed now. Write a review. About. Bohus fortress is an unprecedented Nordic heritage. Forces from Sweden, Denmark and Norway has unsuccessfully besieged the site 14 times and during more than 700 years Kings, Queens, witches and saints have put their mark on the history of the site.
Bohus Fortress, Kungälv, Sweden - SpottingHistory
WebBohus Fortress construction began in 1308 under King Haakon V Magnuson, king of Norway from 1299 until 1319. At the time Bohuslän was Norwegian territory and it served as a main Norwegian defence against Sweden along the coast as well as the strong point for the Bohuslän region from 1308 until 1658.
Bohus Fortress : Scandinavia Travel Guide : Nordic Visitor
WebBohus Fortress. Compact and imposing castle. Though a fortress has occupied the site since 1308, the current Bohus Fortress dates back to 1612. The original structure had been erected by Norwegian King Haakon V Magnuson (1270-1319) in an attempt to keep the Swedish forces at bay.
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