Gåsevadholm Castle

Gåsevadholm is a castle on an island in the Rolfsån river, distinguished by its pink facade and 18th-century architectural style. The building sits within a landscape of gardens and natural areas that together form a historical estate complex.

Merchant and East India Company director Niclas Sahlgren built the castle in 1757, yet the lands trace back to the 14th century Pik family. This extended history made the location a continuously evolving possession across several eras.

The castle served as a gathering place for Swedish nobility and maintained this role for generations. Its connections to the royal family made it a place of social importance in its era.

Visiting the castle allows you to explore its island setting and surrounding gardens, which provide a natural frame for walking around. The best time to visit is during warmer months when the gardens are in bloom and paths are fully accessible.

Carl Otto Silfverschiöld, a descendant of the original builder, established a botanical garden and natural history museum on the grounds. This scholarly collection transformed the estate into more than a residence and drew learned visitors interested in nature.