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Sights and Attractions in Bohuslän:
Historical


The Bohus Fortress (Bohus Fästning), Kungälv

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Photos: Lars Olofsson

The history of the fortress dates back to the 14th century and it involves kings, queens, soldiers, wars, intrigues and changing fortune. It was a border fortress for centuries and was fought for several times, until it became Swedish in the peace treaty of 1658. Come along on a guided tour covering everything from the tower of Fars Hatt and damp casemates to the lovely view of the valley below. During the summer there is entertainment in the courtyard and some nights even opera (see events) Please call 0303-992 00 for details.

The Kungälv Sightseeing Boat

The only way to travel 1,000 years in one hour! During the trip on Nordre Älv , the guide will tell you about the modern city as well as its predecessor. Kongahälla dating back to the 12th century. You will learn everything about the border warfare with the Norwegians and the Danes.Why the city was moved a couple of times, as well as learning of the valley's fauna. Phone the tourist office on 0303-992 00 for time schedules.

The Carlsten Fortress (Carlstens Fästning), Marstrand

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Photos: Lars Olofsson

The Marstrand Island dates back to the 13th century and it is "crowned" by the fortress, which was constructed at the end of the 17th century. However, it took some 200 years before its inmates had completed the fortress. During the "Fästningsdagarna" (the fortress days) the most popular of the prisoners, "Lasse-Maja" and the others of his time come alive in theatre plays all over the island. We recommend a visit to the fortress and the island itself. It is a perfect full-day excursion.

Pilane burial ground (Pilane Gravfält), Tjörn

With its 50 burial mounds, it is one of Bohuslän's largest burial grounds from the Iron Age. Travel info: Follow the road towards Kyrkesund. After passing the Klövedal Church, turn left at the red and yellow sign Hällene. Follow the road about 900m to the parking lot on your right - you are there. For more information please call the tourist office on 0304-815 50

Rock carvings (Hällristningar)

Keep your eyes open and you will find signs along the roads almost all over Bohuslän. The most famous ones however are in Tanum (at the E6-road, about 20 km north of Hällevadsholm). Here the 2 500-3 000 year-old rock carvings are very well preserved. Two places that are easily combined with a visit at the Vitlycke Rock Carvings and Museum are Fossum (3 km east of the Tanum church) and Litsleby (3 km Southwest of the church).

The Blomsholm Ship (Blomsholmsskeppet), Strömstad

This is the second largest burial ground of its kind on the Swedish mainland. It probably dates back to the Viking Age. The ship itself is 42 m long, 9 m wide and the stern-stone is 4 m high. Around the ship there are several burial mounds and there is a nearby burial ground as well. Travelinfo: 5 km Northeast of Strömstad, at the E6. Please call the tourist office for information.




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