Skansen Kronan

Fort Gothenburg, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden

What to expect

Skansen Kronan is a 17th-century fortification located on the hill Risåsberget in the Haga district of Gothenburg, Sweden. The fort was built to protect the city of Gothenburg against possible Danish attack and features a unique octagonal design with 7-meter thick walls made of granite, gneiss, and diabase. Today, Skansen Kronan is used as a venue for conferences and private parties, offering a historic and scenic setting. The fort has been recognized as a listed building since 1935 and is a notable example of Sweden's military history

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This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed Skansen Kronan, an old fortification on a small hill in the middle of the city. From here we had a beautiful view over the city

Highlights: The kids were excited to climb the hill and see the view from the top ✨

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This family's experience:

Activities: We climbed the hill of Risåsberget to Skansen Kronan, a fortress offering panoramic views of Göteborg. We enjoyed the picnic tables and the opportunity to relax and enjoy the view

Highlights: We all loved the breathtaking view of the city from Skansen Kronan, especially the kids, who enjoyed playing on the hilltop ✨