Fortalezas y faros históricos en Oland

Historic Fortifications and Lighthouses

Explore the defensive architecture and maritime history of Öland, Sweden. This list features Iron Age ringforts like Ismantorp and the reconstructed Eketorp, alongside the 13th-century ruins of Borgholm Castle. Complementing these fortifications are historic lighthouses, including Långe Jan at the island's southern tip—Sweden's tallest lighthouse—and the 19th-century Långe Erik in the north. These landmarks offer a chronological look at the region’s strategic importance and coastal navigation.