Gräfsnäs castle, Stone castle ruins in Alingsås Municipality, Sweden
The castle ruins stand on a hill near Lake Anten, featuring remaining stone walls that showcase the structure's original three-story design with two towers.
Construction of Gräfsnäs Castle began in 1550, making it one of the largest castle complexes in Västergötland before fires in 1634 and 1834 transformed it into ruins.
The castle grounds host summer events including vintage car exhibitions, medieval jousting tournaments, and concerts in the surrounding English-style park.
Visitors can reach the site by taking the Anten-Gräfsnäs museum railway, driving, or catching a bus from Alingsås, with parking available at Wasaallén.
The ruins maintain a connection to local folklore through a legend about a worker's curse that predicted the castle would burn three times and never stay with one family.
Location: Alingsås Municipality
Made from material: natural stone
GPS coordinates: 58.07667,12.49694
Latest update: May 11, 2025 15:38
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