Drottningholms kungsgård, Royal farm complex near Drottningholm Palace, Sweden
Drottningholms kungsgård is a large royal estate on the island of Lovön near Stockholm, comprised of fields, forests, and pastures managed for ongoing agricultural use. The grounds include riding stables, greenhouses, and several paths that connect different areas of the property for visitors to explore.
King Gustav Vasa acquired all farms on the island during the 1550s and established this as a royal agricultural estate. The property later became essential in supporting construction and operations at nearby Drottningholm Palace, serving as the crown's farming center.
The estate transformed from medieval agricultural community to royal farming complex, reflecting Swedish agricultural development through multiple centuries.
The estate is easily accessible and offers open areas for walking with views across forests and fields. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes for unpaved paths and be aware that parts of the property remain in active agricultural use.
The property maintains 389 hectares of active farmland and 537 hectares of forest, continuing its original agricultural purpose while serving royal interests.
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