Top Historic Sights in Genarp, Sweden
Explore the historic highlights of Genarp
Häckeberga Castle
There has been a stronghold in Häckeberga since 1530s. It wa demolished in the 19th century and the current Häckeberga Castle was built in 1873-1875 by Tönnes Wrangel von Brehmer. Helgo Zettervall's architecture represents neo-renaissance style with French details. Today there is an countryside hotel and fine restaurant.
Founded: 1873-1875 |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden
Gödelöv Church
Gödelöv Church was probably built in the 1200s and the tower was added in the next century. The last restoration was made in 1905. The pulpit was made in 1580 and altar also dates from the 16th century. The font, made in the Middle Ages, has been brought from Östra Tunhem church.
Founded: 13th century |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden
Toppeladugård Castle
Toppeladugård was originally farm of the Häckeberga castle. It was divided as an estate in 1720 by Christina Piper. The current two-storey main building and two wings were built in 1918-1920 by the design of Lars Johan Lehming. Today it is privately owned.
Founded: 1918-1920 |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden
Genarp Church
Genarp Church was built in 1590-1593 and is the only existing church in Scania built in the 16th century. The church was built as a basilica by Chopper Ulfstand, the master of near Häckberga Castle. The church was renovated by Helgo Zetterval in 1870. The pulpit dates from the 16th century and altar from 1780. The original organs, also from the 16th century, were probably the oldest still working in the world. It is ...
Founded: 1590-1593 |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden
Björnstorp Castle
Björnstorp Castle was built in 1752 and reshaped in 1860-1880, with its final appearance set in 1868, by architect Helgo Zettervall. The original builder was Christina Törnflyckt who was married to famous stateman Carl Piper. The castle represents romantic Rococo style.
Founded: 1752 |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden
Lyngby Church
The Neoclassical Lyngby Church was built in 1882 to the site of demolished medieval brick church. It was designed by August Lindvall. The altar wall (17th century) and late-medieval triumph cruficix origin from the older church. The altar was painted by Freulein Marie Davids of Weimar and is a copy of painting made by Florence artist Carlo Dolci (1616-1688).
Founded: 1882 |
Location:
Genarp, Sweden