Lagaholm, Medieval castle ruins in Laholm, Sweden.
Lagaholm is a castle ruin in Laholm that stands at a historical river crossing over the Lagan. The stone remains mark the location of an important medieval fortification that held strategic value for many centuries.
The fortress was built in the 13th century as a strategic border fortification between Sweden and Denmark. In the 17th century it was demolished on orders from King Karl XI and gradually abandoned.
The site features an exhibition at Sydkraft's operating center that presents the castle's role in Swedish medieval defense through displays and presentations.
The site is reachable from Laholm's center and has parking available near the ruins. The location can be visited year-round, though paths vary in condition depending on the season.
A modern salmon farm and power station operate on the same grounds as the ancient castle remains today. Archaeological excavations from the 1930s uncovered artifacts that link the medieval past with present-day use of the site.
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