FamxplorCarlstens Fästning
What to expect
Carlstens Fästning, also known as Carlsten, is a stone fortress located on the island of Marstrand, on the western coast of Sweden. The fortress was built in the 17th century to protect the province of Bohuslän from hostile attacks. Visitors can explore the fortress and its historic buildings, including the Donjon and the Commandant house, and learn about its fascinating past as a line of defense and a jail for notorious prisoners. The fortress offers guided tours, and visitors can also stay overnight in the Soldathotellet's charming rooms. The fortress is a great place to visit for families, with its rich history, stunning views, and exciting activities such as solving a murder mystery. The fortress also hosts various events, including concerts and parties, making it a unique and captivating destination
Plan your family visit to the Carlstens Fästning with these blog insights 👇
12- nice tips for Marstrand
Activities: We visited Carlstens Fästning, the most prominent landmark in Marstrand. We walked around the fortress, which offers great views of Marstrand and the sea. We took lots of pictures
Highlights: The views from Carlstens Fästning were amazing! 'Up from Carlstens Fästning you have a beautiful view over the sea'. We had a good laugh while taking photos. We also loved the history ✨
Things to do in Marstrand: a Swedish gem to return to
Activities: We went to Carlstens Fästning to listen to a performance about the prisoners. The children know the songs and we went back to experience the surroundings where the stories unfolded. There was a guided tour during which the guide captivated both adults and children with exciting stories about the history of the fortress
Highlights: The children listened with big ears to stories about shackles, torture devices and Lasse-Maja, the fortress's most famous prisoner. "The fortress is Marstrand's crown jewel," the guide said. The history of the fortress really made an impression ✨
Traveling with children in Bohuslän: 10 stops worth visiting
Activities: We visited the fortress. The children were fascinated by the stories of prisoners, escape attempts, and the escapades of Lasse-Maja during the guided tour. We listened to Stefan Andersson's songs about the prisoners
Highlights: The kids loved the stories of prisoners, escape attempts. The article mentions: 'Under den guidade visningen på fästningen går barnen omkring alldeles storögda och lyssnar på historier om fångceller, rymningsförsök och Lasse-Majas eskapader' (During the guided tour of the fortress, the children walk around wide-eyed and listen to stories about prison cells, escape attempts and Lasse-Maja's escapades) ✨
Marstrand Prisoner No. 90 Kleist: Stefan Andersson at Carlsten Fortress
Activities: We visited Carlstens Fästning and strolled around the area. We saw a performance of "Marstrandsfånge No 90 Kleist: Stefan Andersson". The show is about prisoners and soldiers from the 1600-1800s. We had a three-course dinner during the show in Riddarsalen
Highlights: We enjoyed the show "Marstrandsfånge No 90 Kleist", which has music and acting, and gives us a glimpse into how life was for prisoners and soldiers. "It is very special to be in the same place where so many destinies have been played out over the years." ✨