Bohus Fortress
Bohus fästning
A medieval castle ruin at the fork of the Göta älv, which was besieged 14 times in its history but never captured.
Bohus Fortress was built in 1308 by King Haakon V of Norway to control passage along the Göta älv, and it came under Swedish rule after 1658. The fortress repeatedly held out during sieges. Later, having lost its military value, its stone was reused for building. The round tower 'Fars hatt' and sections of the walls survive. You can climb the tower to look out over the Göta älv valley. Located in Kungälv, it is about 20 minutes by bus from Gothenburg, and admission costs about 90 Swedish kronor.
Opening hours
Approx. May–Sep 10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Lilla Bommen & Göteborgs-Utkiken
- GöteborgsOperan
- Maritiman
- Garden Society of Gothenburg
- Gothenburg City Museum
- Ramberget & Keillers Park
- Paddan Canal Boat Tour
- Gothenburg Cathedral