Fjord Viewpoint from Fortress on Border of Sweden and Norway

Road trip and walk to fortress with a stunning view over Norway and Sweden - Europas most beautiful Border Crossing. Quick travel guide for travelers crossing border between Sweden and Norway and about easily accessible viewpoint on Hjelmkollen, fortress with stunning view!

The walk up to Hjelmkollen is only a kilometer long with 70 m vertical total. You should calculate 15 minutes to the top and 10 minutes back down. The views are stunning both from Halden, old and new Svinesundsbro and Hvaler.
The tour starts at the car park at the old customs station at Svinesund terrace / Old Svinesundsbridge. The sign "Kyststi" marks and / or wooden signs. Follow the gravel road for about 100 meters and turn left on the trail into the dense forest. There is an old carriage with fairly steep climb up the Blåsopp farm.

On top of the hill turn right through the farm and follows wide gravel road further up. At the end of the road you find signs and maps of the military history of Hjelmkollen, and if you have a flashlight, you can walk through the bunker up to the top to the viewpoint. From the top you see Norway's tallest building, The Naxan tower, entrance to Halden city and the fortress. In the opposite direction, you get a panoramic view of old and new Svinesundsbro and expiration of Iddefjorden against Hvaler. The tour is suitable for children, bring a flashlight to the bunker. There are benches and tables so you can enjoy both the view and a meal at the top.

About us:
We are traveling across Norway with caravan Hymer Eriba Troll 530 Rockabilly. On our Youtube channel we post videos from our road trips and drone videos from most beautiful places in Norway.

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Filmed and edited by Olga & Dmitry Shafran
Filmed by DJI Mavic 2 Pro Drone, Iphone 11Pro + DJI OSMO mobile 4, Nikon Z7
Edited with Final Cut Pro X.

Music from Epidemic Sound:
Journeyman Road - Farrell Wooten
It's the End My Friend - Isobelle Walton

Date: 11.01.2021

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