Krakken

Krakken is a locality in , . Krakken is situated nearby to the hamlet , as well as near .

Places of Interest

Highlights include Hammershus and Vang Pier.

is a medieval era fortification at Hammeren on the northern tip of the island of . The fortress was partially demolished around 1750 and is now a ruin. It was partially restored around 1900. is situated 3½ km north of Krakken.

Islet
is an islet.

Cave
Photo: A.Savin, FAL.
is a rock bluff in on 's west coast, about 7 kilometres north of . The formations are the result of the waves beating against the rock at a time when the sea level was considerably higher than it is today.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Vang and Olsker.

Hamlet
is a little fishing village on the northwest coast of the island of , 7 kilometres north of . From the late 19th century, it prospered as a result of its granite-quarrying activities.

Hamlet
Photo: GunnarBach, Public domain.
is a small community in the north of , . It is situated in parish, some 3.5 km south of Allinge and 2.5 km from . is situated 3 km east of Krakken.

Hamlet
is a hamlet, which is situated 3 km southwest of Krakken.

Krakken

Latitude
55.24021° or 55° 14′ 25″ north
Longitude
14.75127° or 14° 45′ 5″ east
Elevation
98 metres (322 feet)
Open location code
9F7P6QR2+3G
Geo­Names ID
2618302
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