On a cliff by the side of Lake Vänern rises the castle, captivating in its Baroque splendour, sensual garden, magnificent treasures and ancient medieval vaults. Visitors from the whole world stream through here; old and young, hikers and music lovers, those with a thirst for history or those who are just relaxing on holiday.
Bosjökloster Castle and Gardens is a popular excursion destination, beautifully situated on a peninsula in Lake Ringsjö, in the middle of Scania. The exhibitions, gardens and park offer a wonderfully relaxing environment, with plenty to discover for the whole family. Bosjökloster’s 900-year history is connected to events, culture and social development from the Middle Ages…
At Skansen you can walk through four centuries of Swedish garden history. Experience Skogaholm’s magnificent kitchen garden from the 18th century, explore the Nature Trail and all its knowledge on biodiversity, discover the history of the allotment gardens, enjoy the splendor of the Rose garden and peek in on the tobacco plants in the 19th…
The Uppsala University Botanical Garden is the oldest botanical garden in Sweden. It became famous in the days of Olof Rudbeck and Carl Linnaeus, with the oldest part today being known as the Linnaeus Garden. It was designed in the French style, with each part reflecting Linnaeus’ ideas. Each plant was chosen carefully in order…
Welcome to Ronneby Brunnspark! Ronneby Brunnspark’s strength lies in its combination of being a living town park and a place of great cultural history. It is open to the general public day and night, all year round. The park is ideal for long pleasant walks or picnics in a splendid setting. Ronneby Brunnspark is a…
“After art, I think flowers are my greatest joy.” Prince Eugen, 1901 The Waldemarsudde estate was part of the bequest of Prince Eugen (1865-1947) to the Swedish state. The estate covers an area of 70 000 square metres, surrounded on three sides by water, offering a stunning view of the Stockholm inlet. The gardens are richly…
Tjolöholm Castle is Sweden’s leading Arts and Crafts property. The castle was built between 1898 and 1904 in Tudor style, combined with modernities from the turn of the century such as electricity, central heating, wall-to-wall carpets and showers with circularly flowing water. The aspiration was to create a home that was both comfortable and dignified.…
Liseberg opened in 1923 and is Scandinavia’s greatest amusement park. Ever since opening, Liseberg has been a leafy park with exciting rides surrounded by beautiful planted areas and nature. Today, visitors can stroll through the park’s theme areas, where planted beds and greenery enhance the playful atmosphere of Rabbit Land, the woodland setting in the…
Katrinetorp Manor, in an idyllic, lush green setting, is situated in the outskirts of Malmö near the Öresund Bridge. The Manor was built at the beginning of the 1800s for one of Malmö’s wealthiest merchant families. It is a country estate made up of gardens and an English landscape park. Katrinetorp is one of the…
“As it stands, the entire estate creates a powerful impression, characterised by grandeur and filled with surprises in every season of the year. The disciplined greenery around the stone house surrounds it like walls which seem to protect it as it stands on the brow of the hill jutting out into Lake Mälaren.” (Sigurd Wallin: Gronsoo)…
Among hills and lush forests between two lakes, only 15 minutes from Gothenburg, you will find Gunnebo House and Gardens. Here you can treat yourself to a break from everyday life by tasting organic and seasonal food in the restaurant, hike in the beautiful surroundings, visit the friendly cows and listen to the unique history…