Kastellet

The island is a defense facility from
the 17th century when Danish feuds were common. Today, "Kastellet" is an exciting
and beautiful destination for visitors of all ages. Every summer theater is
played on the island, a popular feature in Karlshamn during peak season.

During summer the boat goes daily to "Kastellet" from the archipelago terminal in the city center of Karlshamn and the boat tour
takes only five minutes.

"Frisholmen", as the citadel is also called,
began to be built in 1675 when Denmark declared war on Sweden. The castle was
in use for nearly 200 years, but from the very beginning was quite vulnerable
to artillery from the surrounding rock outcrops on land. There were 242 cannons
and a force of 400 on the island men and the defence facility was in use until
1865.

A well-known prisoner was kept on the island for
a while: the stiff-necked farmer Vitus Andersson from Trossö in eastern
Blekinge. The internment was part of the Swedish authorities' "attempt at
persuasion" to get Vitus to release him to his land where the king wanted
to build Karlskrona.

Many of the 300-year-old defense installations
are surprisingly well preserved. Following old drawings, the old church has
been rebuilt here, which is now a popular wedding venue. There is a powder
cellar on the island.

In early summer, the island absolutely explodes
with lilacs.

Feel free
to bring a picnic basket to the island, which is a nice excursion destination
for the whole family. The castle is a real gem
for anyone who has imagination and a child's mind intact.

During the low season, the Waffle Cafe is open, but opening hours may
vary.

Link to timetable: https://visitkarlshamn.se/resa/bat/tidtabeller