Karlsborg

Karlsborg is a Municipality in Västra Götaland County, in western Sweden. The municipality covers an area of 433.0 km². Of the total population of 7100, 3559 are male, and 3541 are female. The population density of the community is 16 inhabitants per km².

The town of Karlsborg was established and grew due to the construction of Karlsborg Fortress, during the 19th century. According to the principles of a central defense, the fortress was designated as the reserve capital of Sweden in the event of war.

Tiveden National Park is partly situated within the municipality.