Bäckaskogs kloster

The stone monastery complex stands between Ivösjön and Oppmannasjön lakes, retaining its 13th-century church as the northern wing of the current structure.

Initially established as a Premonstratensian monastery in the 1200s, the complex transformed into a castle after the Danish Reformation of 1536.

The monastery kitchen in the western wing continues its medieval culinary traditions, preparing meals using techniques passed down through generations.

The monastery functions as a hotel and conference center, offering rooms with private bathrooms, television, wireless internet access, and breakfast service.

The surrounding park maintains a medieval herb garden containing medicinal plants that monks cultivated during the monastery's early period.

Location: Kristianstad Municipality

Inception: 1200s

GPS coordinates: 56.08580,14.34860

Latest update: March 19, 2025 04:44