Bergkvara Castle Ruins, Medieval castle ruins near Lake Bergkvarasjön in Växjö, Sweden
The castle remains display stone walls two meters thick, reaching six stories high with four corner towers across 1,800 square meters of total floor space.
Constructed in the 1470s by Arvid Trolle, the castle met its end in 1542 when Nils Dacke's peasant army besieged, looted, and burned the structure.
The castle represented the power center of medieval Swedish nobility, with the Trolle family maintaining ownership and influence for 150 years.
Visitors can explore the ruins during daylight hours and enjoy refreshments at Svenska Tantens Trädgårdscafé, located within the estate grounds.
The fortress incorporated a double moat system, with the inner moat later transformed into a fish pond during the late 17th century.
GPS coordinates: 56.86769,14.72429
Latest update: March 11, 2025 17:15
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