Fort Oscar

Fort Oscar is an 18th century military fort in Gustavia, [Saint Barthélemy|Gustavia], the capital of Saint Barthélemy. It sits at an elevation of 136 feet, overlooking the Gustavia harbor. The fort was built during Swedish [colony of Saint Barthélemy|Sweden's rule of Saint Barthélemy]. It was one of the three forts surrounding Gustavia, with Fort Gustav III|Fort Gustav] and Fort Karl. It was armed with four canons.
Today, Fort Oscar houses the local Gendarmerie. The fort is often a site for viewing regattas, such as Les Voiles de Saint-Barth and the St Barths Bucket Regatta. Fireworks are featured over Fort Oscar on special occasions such as New Year's Eve.