HELSINGØR, Denmark — The moat and exterior wall defenses of Kronborg Castle highlight the fortress's strategic design and Renaissance-era architecture. Situated on the narrow Øresund strait between Denmark and Sweden, the castle served as a vital military stronghold and a toll-collecting station for Baltic Sea trade. Known as Hamlet's Castle, Kronborg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Scandinavia's most iconic castles.
Photograph by David Coleman. The moat and exterior defenses of Kronborg Castle in Helsingør, Denmark, showcase its robust fortifications and strategic placement at the gateway to the Baltic Sea. Built in the late 16th century, the castle's walls and moat were designed to protect against sieges and naval attacks while securing control of the Øresund strait. The castle played a key role in Denmark's history as a toll-collection point for ships entering the Baltic. Kronborg Castle, widely known as Hamlet’s Castle due to its association with William Shakespeare’s play, features Renaissance architecture and remains a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can explore the castle’s ramparts, bastions, and water-filled moat, which reflect the military ingenuity of its time and contribute to its status as a premier Scandinavian heritage site.
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Location: Kronborg Castle, Helsingor, Capital Region, Denmark
Photo credit: © David Coleman | Have Camera Will Travel / Alamy / Afripics
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