Battle of Helsingborg (1362)

The Battle of Helsingborg was fought on 8 July 1362 between the Danish and Hanseatic fleets during the Danish-Hanseatic War (1361-1370).

Battle of Helsingborg
Part of the Danish-Hanseatic War (1361-1370)

Helsingborg in 1588, dominated by the citadel
Date8 July 1362
Location
Øresund off Helsingborg
Result Danish victory
Belligerents
Denmark Hanseatic League
Commanders and leaders

Valdemar IV

Christopher, Duke of Lolland (WIA)
Johann Wittenborg
Strength
Ships capable of carrying 2,500 men 50 ships, 5 paid for by Sweden
Casualties and losses
12 cogs
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