Traces of History — Hausvikodden Fort

Hausvikodden Fort was built during World War II as part of the German coastal defenses along Norway’s southern shoreline. Today, the concrete bunkers, gun positions and tunnels remain — quiet structures overlooking the sea, where military purpose has faded into landscape.

Close-up detail of a coastal artillery cannon at Hausvikodden Fort, with the gun barrel pointing out over the rocky shoreline and sea.

Silent Line
Old coastal artillery cannon positioned beside a rock tunnel at Hausvikodden Fort, lit by low winter sun and looking out toward the coastline.

Facing the Sea
Rusted circular gun mount at Hausvikodden Fort with a small lighthouse and calm sea in the background, photographed in warm evening light.

After the Gun
Narrow concrete staircase leading down into an underground tunnel at Hausvikodden Fort, showing part of the interior network beneath the coastal defenses.

Into the Fort
View across the sea from the upper concrete fortifications at Hausvikodden Fort.

Position Above
Wide coastal view from the top of Hausvikodden Fort, showing open sea and rocky shoreline.

Line of Sight
Concrete observation slit at Hausvikodden Fort, showing cracked stonework, rusted bolts and the narrow opening once used for watching the coastline.

Watchpoint