Borganäs

Borganäs is a castle ruin located on a hill overlooking the western bank of the Dalälven River near Domnarvsfors waterfall in central Sweden. The site is registered as an archaeological monument within the modern urban area of Borlänge Municipality.

The fortress was held by a Danish bailiff until summer 1434, when Engelbrekt Engelbrektsson and local peasants burned it down during their rebellion against outside rule. This event formed part of a larger movement that reshaped the region.

The site marks a time of Swedish resistance against rule from outside, and visitors can still sense how this strategic location once dominated the landscape. A memorial stone honours the fortress that shaped a crucial chapter in regional history.

The site is easily accessible as it sits within the modern urban area, making visits possible throughout the year. The nearby waterfall and riverside location provide useful landmarks for exploring the ruins.

Excavations in 1985 uncovered foundations and objects that reveal how the medieval fortress gradually gave way to modern urban development. These discoveries help explain how a once-powerful structure became part of today's landscape.

Location: Borlänge Municipality

GPS coordinates: 60.49689,15.45062

Latest update: December 9, 2025 12:22