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Kristiansten Fortress

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Kristiansten Fortress

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    1. Kristiansten Fortress – Trondheim Market Square loop from Rosenborg

    7.27km

    01:58

    90m

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    October 2, 2018

    From here you have a nice view over the city.
    The fortress was built in 1681.

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      November 13, 2018

      From the fortress you have a nice view over the city.

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        July 18, 2022

        The parking lot in front is free for 1 hour.

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          November 9, 2022

          Steep ascent via the direct path. But there is a good view and there are even public toilets

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            January 12, 2024

            Very interesting story behind it and a wonderful view of one of the most beautiful cities in Norway.

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              August 29, 2025

              Very good for views but the floor under the roof is more than shaky.

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                September 24, 2022

                Super preserved fortress with casemates, cannons and the fortress itself. From there you have a great view of the city of Trondheim.

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                  November 9, 2022

                  Beautiful fortress visible from afar

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                    November 10, 2023

                    The Kristiansten Festning (Kristiansten Fortress) stands on a hill outside Trondheim city center. It was intended to protect the city from attacks and was equipped with several cannons.

                    The most striking feature of the fortress is the white keep, a four-story tower with embrasures.

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                      October 22, 2023

                      Fortress with a view high over Trondheim.

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                        January 12, 2024

                        Very nice view over Trondheim and beyond.

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                          It stands on a hill outside Trondheim city center.
                          It was designed to protect the city from attacks and was equipped with several cannons.
                          There is no admission charge.
                          It was built after the Trondheim city fire in 1681 and was completed in 1685.

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                            March 24, 2025

                            freely accessible facility above the complex with beautiful views of the city

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                              March 23, 2023

                              From up here you have a great view of the city. If you want to go even higher, you can climb the tower for free. The floors are pretty cute but you have a kind of museum here.

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                                July 6, 2025

                                From up here you have a great view of the city.

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                                  June 27, 2023

                                  Old fortress with lots of green space

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                                    October 22, 2023

                                    Nice view over the city.

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                                      Great Views from the Top, bit of s steep approach from the Cathedral.

                                        June 12, 2024

                                        The fort is currently being renovated.

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