Bråte Gård

Bråte Gård is a manor house in Karlstad Municipality built with timber framing and wooden paneling, surrounded by several outbuildings. The complex includes a barn, granary, and stable, all constructed around 1840.

The estate was first documented in 1447 and originally belonged to Vadstena Abbey. It changed hands several times and came under ownership of Johan Månsson in 1568.

This manor reflects how Swedish farming families once organized their properties and daily work across multiple buildings. The layout shows the practical separation between living spaces, animal care, and grain storage that characterized rural life.

The property spreads across forests and open fields that offer different paths for exploring. Visitors should wear appropriate footwear and be prepared for longer walks through varied landscapes.

The manor is on the Swedish Building Preservation Society's Yellow List due to concerns about structural deterioration. This status highlights the challenges many historic estates face in maintaining their old wooden structures.

Location: Karlstad Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.32210,13.26940

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08