Rockelstad Castle, Renaissance Revival château in Flen Municipality, Sweden.
Rockelstad is a castle with two round and two square towers overlooking Lake Båven in the Södermanland region. The building combines different architectural styles from reconstructions and renovations carried out across several centuries.
The castle began around 1300 and underwent major transformation in 1642 under David Stuart that shaped its present appearance. A century later, additional towers were added and the exterior was updated to reflect contemporary tastes.
The collection inside displays objects from Swedish noble life and gives visitors a window into how wealthy families lived in the region. These items help show the daily customs and interests of earlier generations who called this place home.
The castle opens to visitors through guided tours, though it functions primarily as a private event venue today. It is best to contact ahead to confirm available visiting times and any access conditions.
The entrance hall was redesigned in the early 1900s by architect Ivar Tengbom and demonstrates the shift from classical to modern design. This renovation shows how manor houses adapted their interiors to new tastes while keeping the exterior largely unchanged.
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