Salnecke Castle

Salnecke Castle is a château in Enköping Municipality featuring multiple stone buildings that form one unified architectural complex. The structures are arranged to create distinct functional areas typical of estates from this region and period.

The castle was built in the 1640s as part of Sweden's estate-building period in the 17th century. It received official protected status in 1964, recognizing its value as a historical structure.

The castle displays Swedish building traditions from the 1600s through its stone structures and layout typical of estates in this region. The various buildings together show how people of that era organized their living and working spaces.

The site is accessible by footpaths throughout Enköping Municipality in a generally flat area of Uppsala County. Planning a visit during warmer months makes the experience more comfortable for exploring the grounds.

The castle retains many original features from the 1600s that visitors rarely see elsewhere in this region. Walking through the complex gives a clear sense of how a working estate actually functioned centuries ago.

Location: Enköping Municipality

GPS coordinates: 59.73889,17.33806

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:47