Landskrona Citadel
Landskrona citadell
One of the best-preserved moated fortresses in Northern Europe, with several layers of water-filled ditches around its 16th-century walls. It is a stop on the way to Ven.
Landskrona Citadel was begun in 1549 by the Danish king Christian III and later expanded by Sweden into a star-shaped fortress. Surrounded by several moats, it is one of the best-preserved water-ditch fortresses in Northern Europe and was once used as a prison. In summer, guided tours take visitors through the interior and an exhibition on the prison. The park and moat trail around the citadel are free year-round. Landskrona lies about 25 km south of Helsingborg, roughly 15 minutes by train. The citadel is not far from the Ven ferry pier, so it can be combined with a visit to Ven on the same day.
Opening hours
Grounds open all day; castle interior by guided tour in summer
Nearby sights
- Ven
- Råå
- Ramlösa Spa Park
- Helsingborg–Helsingør Ferry
- St. Mary's Church
- Fredriksdal Museums and Gardens
- Kärnan
- Stortorget & Terrace Stairs