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Akershus Fortress

Fortress · Vika ·

Akershus Fortress

Fortress · Vika ·
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48 Hours in Oslo Itinerary (Updated 2025)

"Exploring Akershus Fortress, originally built in 1290 and later transformed into a Renaissance palace under King Christian IV, I appreciated its unbreached defensive history (it did surrender during WWII), the on-site military museum and resistance museum, seasonal guided tours and concerts in summer, and the accessible grounds (main gate summer hours 7am–9pm; visitor center 10am–5pm); admission is free." - Matthew Kepnes

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Medieval fortress with museums, harbor views, and free entry

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Medieval fortress with museums, harbor views, and free entry

Google Rating
4.5 (17.1K)
Yelp Rating
4.4
Featured in Afar
Featured in

0150 Oslo, Norway Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Akershus Fortress by null
Akershus Fortress by Photo courtesy of Terje Borud/visitnorway.com
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