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ANNO 1308
Named one of Västra Götaland’s seven wonders and a popular destination. Bohus Fortress not only offers a unique history and magnificent architecture. Here you can play, learn, eat and socialize in a genuine and culturally rich environment.
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700 years
av nordisk historia
At the Peace of Roskilde in 1658, Bohuslän became Swedish, but Bohus Fortress had a far from peaceful existence. Since its founding in 1308, the fortress has suffered 14 sieges, but never been captured. After the Swedes became masters of Bohus, it was now instead Danes and Norwegians who besieged the fortress, but without success.
The worst siege ever took place in the summer of 1678, when 15,000 Danes and Norwegians subjected the 800 Swedish and Finnish defenders to a massive bombardment for two months.
Read more about 700 years of war, marriage and finally peace.
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Crime & Punishment
1693 – 1771
While studying in Lund, Thomas was arrested for his pietistic confession and after a trial in which he boldly confessed his faith, he was sentenced to prison. He was then 35 years old.
He was then imprisoned for his faith, first 7 years at Bohus Fortress, then just over 5 years at Kalmar Fortress, then almost 5 years at Danviken Hospital and finally 25 years at Bohus again. This makes him the longest surviving prisoner in Bohus’ history.
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Queen Blanka of Namur
1320 – 1362
Blanka of Namur was born in 1320 and is the countess of what is now a province in Belgium. She became Swedish, Norwegian and Scanian queen from 1335 through her marriage to King Magnus Eriksson. The wedding takes place at Bohus Castle where the celebration takes place for several days. Bohus became the resistance of the royals for many years to come.
Together they have sons Erik, Håkan and three daughters. Håkan Magnusson was appointed king of Norway in 1343 by the Norwegian nobles.
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Thomas Leopold
1693 – 1771
While studying in Lund, Thomas was arrested for his pietistic confession and after a trial in which he boldly confessed his faith, he was sentenced to prison. He was then 35 years old.
He was then imprisoned for his faith, first 7 years at Bohus Fortress, then just over 5 years at Kalmar Fortress, then almost 5 years at Danviken Hospital and finally 25 years at Bohus again. This makes him the longest surviving prisoner in Bohus’ history.
