The fort was built by the Germans during 2. In 1944, it was armed with four 15 cm cannons from the artillery ship Niels Juel.
In total, 69 concrete structures were cast at the fort - large and small.
Frederikshavn has often played a role in connection with wars, and for example, the Pikkerbakkerne hills were almost hollowed out during 2. World War II. In the Niels Juel Cannons area, there are many bunkers and you can see cannons from the frigate Niels Juel. The area is normally a military area, and from here the Kattegat Marine District controls all water surveillance in the northern Kattegat.
During the summer, the area is accessible by Niels Juel's guns and guided tours are available at set times. Visit the exhibition bunkers and experience interactive interpretation. There is a cinema, traditional museum education, interactive education and a children's bunker with education aimed at the youngest visitors.
Guided tour - You can take a tour of the open bunkers and the terrain. You can read more about when there are guided tours here
Enjoy a unique experience in this magnificent area, where the sky is high and the view of the Kattegat is stunning. In clear weather you can see both Skagen and Læsø.
Parking at Bangsbo Fort
As Bangsbo Fort is located in a military area, entry is prohibited for unauthorized persons. However, museum guests are welcome to drive right into the area and park at the museum building.
If you are not a guest of the museum or MOCN, please use the parking lots on the edge of the area. From here you are welcome to walk in the area. Visits for groups and school classes are possible by appointment.
Ticket - You can buy a day ticket for one museum or a weekly ticket valid for 7 days, as well as for the three other museum departments: Kystmuseet in Sæby, Bangsbo and Skagen. The museum has varying opening hours - check the current opening hours on the Coastal Museum's own website.
Travel sustainably with bus and train in North Jutland
Green travel by bus and train in North Jutland It's easy to get around North Jutland by public transportation. Plan your journey by bus, train and Plustur on rejseplanen.dk.
