Birgittas udde

Birgittas udde is a medieval castle ruin on a headland jutting into Lake Boren. Stone house foundations, a preserved basement structure, and the trace of dried moats mark where buildings once stood near the water.

The castle began in the early 1300s and became home to Birgitta and Ulf Gudmarsson after they married in 1316. This settlement played a role as the residence of an influential family during the medieval period.

The site carries the name of Saint Birgitta, a significant figure in Swedish history whose life here shaped local memory. Her residence transformed this headland into a place of personal devotion for those who came to know her story.

Reach the site by walking paths along the lakeshore where parking and restrooms are available at the entrance. The terrain is easy to explore on foot and offers views across the water throughout your visit.

Large holes on both sides of the basement doorway show where a protective bar once held to keep intruders out. This detail preserves an everyday medieval security system still visible today.

Location: Motala Municipality

GPS coordinates: 58.56520,15.13505

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:47