Tullgarn Palace

Tullgarn is a royal palace in Södermanland displaying a blend of rococo, Gustavian, and Victorian styles with a restrained exterior and luminous interior spaces. The various rooms preserve examples of these design periods, with each area showing different architectural features from different eras.

The palace was built between 1720 and 1727 under architect Joseph Gabriel Destain's direction, replacing a Renaissance castle from the late 1600s. This new construction responded to royal desires for more modern and imposing design of that period.

The State Apartment of Prince Fredrik Adolf displays furniture and decorations from the 1770s that reflect royal taste of that era.

The palace is located less than an hour from Stockholm and offers parking facilities and a cafe for visitors during opening hours. The site is easily accessible from major roads and provides ample space for exploring the grounds.

The vestibule contains hand-painted Dutch tiles, while the breakfast room incorporates design elements from southern German architecture. These details show how international influences flowed into Swedish design of the 18th century.

Location: Södertälje Municipality

Inception: 1598

Founders: Magnus Julius De la Gardie

Architects: Louis Masreliez

Architectural style: neoclassicism

Operator: Länsstyrelsen i Gotlands län

Part of: Crown palaces and castles in Sweden

GPS coordinates: 58.95028,17.58444

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:23