Kaggeholms gård, Manor house in Ekerö Municipality, Sweden
Kaggeholms gård is a manor house located on Helgö island in Lake Mälaren, featuring traditional Swedish rural architecture and construction methods. The property functions as both a conference center and educational facility.
The estate originated in 1287 and was acquired by Count Lars Kagg in 1647, who established it as his named residence and family seat. These early foundations shaped its development through the centuries that followed.
The manor operates as a folk high school where people gather to study and connect with Swedish traditions and values. Visitors can observe how education and community life remain central to the place today.
The estate is best explored on foot, as buildings and grounds are spread across the island location. Visitors should check in advance since some areas may be restricted depending on conferences or events taking place.
The manor gained worldwide attention as the filming location for the fictional Hillerska boarding school in the Netflix series Young Royals. This role brought it recognition from viewers across the globe.
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