Tomarps Kungsgård Castle

Kvidinge, Sweden

Tomarps Kungsgård Castle was probably erected as a Renaissance building in the mid-16th century. It was composed of four, two story high wings with brick roof surrounded by a narrow square yard. The middle part of the northwing consists of the remains of a building from the Middle Ages. I the south-east corner of the yard there were a tower until the late 18th century. The castle belonged to the Brosterups linage in the late 15th century and were then transferred to the Gjedde family. When Borgholm was handed over from Sweden to Denmark after Treaty of Copenhagen in 1660 the Castle was, together with 17 other acreages, handed over to the Swedish king as compensation. It was then used for housing the lieutenant colonel and later the colonel. Today it is used for vernissage.

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Founded: mid-1500s
Category: Castles and fortifications in Sweden
Historical period: Early Vasa Era (Sweden)

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Anna-Karin Uhlén (3 years ago)
Stunning very old castlefort. You can almost feel the history vibrating in the walls.
RyeN greaty (3 years ago)
Good fishing spot exklusively only for äsff members.
Jonas Eckerbom (3 years ago)
Nice place. Friendly staff.
Hampus W (5 years ago)
Beautiful and small museum of an old mansion, with lovely art at that!
Login Carlsson (5 years ago)
Perfekt place for a sandwich or a Swedish fika. Off but close by the highway. I would recommend this Kingsgarden if you want a rest on your journey. Fantastic nature and a museum with shop. You can sit outside in the garden if it’s weather.
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