Stora Sundby Castle

The castle stands at the edge of Lake Hjälmaren with four large towers, twelve smaller turrets, and 365 windows spread across its Neo-Gothic structure.

Originally built in the 1200s as a defensive structure, the castle was redesigned by architect Peter Frederick Robinson and completed in 1848 under Count Carl De Geer's ownership.

The castle incorporates numerical symbolism with its architectural elements: four towers for seasons, twelve turrets for months, and 52 rooms representing weeks of the year.

While serving as a private residence for the Klingspor family, the castle offers guided tours for groups during summer months and maintains a café overlooking the lake.

The estate spans 3,700 hectares, including 3,000 hectares of forest and 450 hectares of farmland, supporting diverse wildlife through managed hunting programs and conservation efforts.

Location: Eskilstuna Municipality

Inception: 1570

Website: https://storasundby.com

GPS coordinates: 59.27030,16.12640

Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:46