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Recommended sightseeing time:1-2 hours
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  • a-travelin-foodie
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    Great views

    Great views of Shell Beach, the town of Gustavia, the harbor, and maybe your cruise ship if it's anchored. A short set up steep steps up. No fort, just some stones on the old location. A few informati...

    Reviewed on May 2, 2023
  • AMsays
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    Built in 1787

    Fort Karl built in 1787 was one of the three forts that overlooked Gustavia during Swedish times, along with Forts Gustav and Octav. It was located on a small hill. You have access to the former fort ...

    Reviewed on Apr 18, 2022
  • reedmangreg
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    Don't just stop here for the Fort

    Nothing much is left of the Fort and the views while nice are nowhere close to what the Gustavia Lighthouse offers, in my personal opinion. The best view while "on the fort" are of the Shell Beach and...

    Reviewed on Dec 21, 2020
  • Experience611405
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    Great views of Gustavia

    A moderately challenging hike up to the top. Not much to see in terms of the "fort" but you can see why one was built there. Panoramic views in every direction

    Reviewed on Apr 14, 2020
  • Reslysten54
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    Go for the view

    Almost nothing remains today of this modest fort that dates back to 1789. At the stair entrance, a plaque in English, French and Swedish gives a short history. The garrison was symbolic, and no match ...

    Reviewed on Jan 29, 2020
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