Victoria Bastion
Victoria bastion
A star-shaped bastion built by the Swedes in the 17th century. Visitors can explore the underground casemates and tunnels, and the top of the walls offers views over the river valley.
In the 17th century, Narva was part of the Swedish Kingdom, and the Swedes built an extensive system of star-shaped bastions around the town. Victoria Bastion is the best-preserved of them. Its underground casemates (subterranean gun emplacements and tunnels) have been restored and opened to visitors, with guided tours covering the history of the town's defenses and its wartime stories. The green space on top of the bastion overlooks the Narva River valley and Ivangorod Fortress. A ticket for the casemates costs about 10 euros, and medieval-themed events are held in summer. It is about a 10-minute walk north of the castle.
Opening hours
Bunker approx. 10:00–18:00 (check official site)
Nearby sights
- Ivangorod Fortress View
- Narva Town Hall
- Narva Castle (Hermann Castle)
- Narva Art Gallery
- Swedish Lion Monument
- Narva River Promenade
- Narva Alexander's Cathedral
- Narva Resurrection Cathedral