The Fortress Days | Festivities in Fredericia

Join the festivities in July in Fredericia

Every year on the 5th and 6th of July Fredericia marks the anniversary of The Battle of Fredericia 1849. The streets of Fredericia are filled with parades, processions, music and events that tells the story about the historic battle and the incredible victory. Visit the Soldier Camp on Fredericia Ramparts, join the torchlight procession and the musical parades, and stay to see a festive firework display light up the night sky.

Find events during The Fortress Days in Fredericia 2023 in our Event Calendar!

The Fortress Days features: Nature, Art, History & Music

Photo: VisitFredericia

1.

Visit the Soldier Camp from 1849 at Fredericia Ramparts.

Photo: VisitFredericia

2.

Say hello to the soldiers who stand guard by the Brave Soldier Statue close by Fredericia Ramparts.

Vågn op til kanonsalut til 6. juli dagene

Photo: VisitFredericia

3.

Watch when 27 shots are being fired from the cannons at the Ramparts.

Photo: VisitFredericia

4.

Experience musical parades and processions that traverse through the historic town centre of Fredericia.

Fakkeloptog er tradition til 6. juli dagene

Photo: VisitFredericia

5.

Participate in the evocative torchlight procession. Everyone is welcome!

Photo: VisitFredericia

6.

Let yourself get carried away, when the story about The Battle of Fredericia 1849 is being told on the children's terms.

Photo: Claus Fisker

7.

Play along at the historical days in Fredericia - and become a soldier yourself for just one day.

Photo: Rovenimages

8.

Watch a great display of fireworks light up the night sky above Fredericia.

The history of Fredericia

Learn more about Fredericia as a royal fortification and the exciting history that shapes the town.

➞ Read about the history here

Photo: Lars Lyngholm Ketelsen

Photo: Destination Lillebælt

Other activities during The Fortress Days

You'll find lots of funny historical activities during The Fortress Days. If you venture a trip on your own, try the thrilling audio walk on Fredericia Ramparts, listen to the historical podcast about the fortress town or reach the top The White Water Tower and view Fredericia from above. The options are endless!