Strömsholm, Royal palace in Hallstahammar Municipality, Sweden.
Strömsholm is a large palace estate in central Sweden with symmetrical stone wings and views over Lake Mälaren. The grounds include extensive stables, riding arenas, and parkland that spreads across hundreds of hectares.
King Gustav Vasa ordered construction of an initial fortress in 1558, but the current structure took shape through major renovations in the 1680s. The estate was then developed over centuries as a royal riding academy and stud farm.
The riding academy at the estate remains central to Swedish equestrian culture and shapes daily activity on the grounds. Visitors can observe horse training in the fields and modern facilities that continue centuries-old traditions.
The estate is reachable by train from Stockholm or Västerås, with direct service to Hallstahammar. Guided tours are regularly available and allow visitors to see the stables and historic rooms throughout the grounds.
The estate is connected by a canal system built in the early 1800s that transformed water transport in the region. This network remains visible today and shows the engineering achievements of that era.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
