THE ROSENKRANTZ TOWER

Known to be one of the most important Renaissance monuments in Norway, the Rosenkrantz Tower was the residence of Magnus the Lawmender in the 13th century. This tower has its origin in the 1270s and has undergone renovation several times for fortification purposes. However, in the 16th century, it was turned into the Governor’s castle. 

The Tower continues to have its architecture like the old chapel and the altar where the Kings used to spend time. In fact, there are also some cannons installed in the tower but were used only once in 1665. The tower is tall enough and has some of the best views of the city. In fact, it is easily one of the best places to get a glimpse of the city. Apart from the historical structures, the tower is also used for concerts and continues to work as a museum. 

Highlights

• Take a guided tour of the tower to know more about this history, renovations and trivia about the present structure. 
• Visit the Oratory to have a look at the chapel which was used by the kings dating back to the 1200s. 
• Explore the King’s Hall which was used as the bedroom of the Norwegian kings, particularly Magnus the Lawbender. 
• Check out the Gun Battery which was used to store the ammunition and cannons to defend the tower. 
• Head to the top of the tower and admire the views of the city and while you check out the Loft. 

How To Reach

• By Car: The Rosenkrantz Tower is 2 km from the city centre, it will take 5 min via the Fv577 route.
• By Foot: To reach the Rosenkrantz Tower by foot, you will have to walk for up to 20 minutes by taking the Fv577 route. 

Best Time To Visit

The Rosenkrantz Tower is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year. 

• The best season to visit The Rosenkrantz Tower will be the summer season from March to May because this is the time when the climate is pleasant. 
• The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year. 
• The best time of the day to visit The Rosenkrantz Tower will be in the morning due to less crowds and a favourable temperature. 

Other Essential Information

Visitors Tips:

• The city’s culinary scene is so exciting, so we recommend exploring the cafes and pubs in the city. 
• Head to Vidden for some of the best views of the Norwegian Fjords- a natural beauty that will leave you stunned. 
• Make sure you wear a comfortable pair of shoes to walk around and check out the exhibits. 
• Bregen is generally a very cold city, so make sure you opt for warm winter outfits for a comfortable time exploring. 
• You will have to walk a lot in the city to explore its premises, so make sure you wear a comfortable pair of shoes.