Hemsö Fortress

Höga Kusten

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Hemsö Fortress

Hemsö Fortress is an old military facility, fully intact and provides a unique insight into one of Sweden’s most important coastal defence lines during the Cold War. Guided tours of the combat control room, cannon batteries, cannon towers, anti-aircraft defences, medical centre, canteens etc. Here is also a restaurant and café with an amazing view.

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addressHemsö fästning, Hemsön, Härnösand
emaildestinationhemso@gmail.com
openingHoursJune to September. Open year around for groups.
phone+46 70 544 13 20
publicTransportBus 518 from Härnösand Central. Ferry to reach the island. Contact Hemsö Fästning for transport.
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