In between colorful little streets and atop lush hills, the history of our beautiful island rests and rises proudly. With a wide collection of fortresses, towers, political buildings, and wide halls, Gustavia, the capital town of St. Barts, is the perfect setting to explore the many legends and mystical stories surrounding it all.

Dare to discover the surprises that have been waiting for you for centuries.

Fort Karl

Standing tall in Gustavia, Fort Karl is a historical souvenir and witness of the island’s connection to Sweden, as well as a demonstration of strategic surveillance spots and how they were used to safeguard the harbor.

Records show that the fort was built all the way back, in the late 18th century, when the island was not only a critical trading and cultural point but also a contested prize among colonial powers.

Alongside other structures and fortresses, Fort Karl is not only a reminder of the colonial history of the island, but also a wonderful place to take aerial photos of Gustavia and the surrounding endless blue of the ocean.