Fort Karl

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...

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 ...

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...

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

Toller Aussichsthügel

Wer sich in Gustavia aufhält sollte neben dem Shell Beach, unbedingt vorher zum Fort Karl gehen. Das ehemalige Fort liegt ca. 5 Minuten vom Pier entfernt und bietet einem tolle Ausblicke auf das Meer,...