Hörningsholm Castle

Mörkö, Sweden

Hörningsholm Castle is located at the pictoresque rock, which was probably fortified already in the 1200s. The castle owned by Sture family was sacked by Russian army in 1719. The current castle was built around 1752 by Nils Bonde and it was designed by Carl Hårleman.

References:
  • Marianne Mehling et al. Knaurs Kulturführer in Farbe. Schweden. München 1987.

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Hörningsholm, Mörkö, Sweden
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Founded: 1752
Category: Castles and fortifications in Sweden
Historical period: The Age of Liberty (Sweden)

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4.4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

Patito De Hule (3 years ago)
Julbord was good, the place is lovely, but difficult to arrive.
Matheus Dalla (3 years ago)
The place is really nice and relaxing, the staff is friendly and kind. The bedroom was nice. The sauna area and deck is very nice, just the path to it lacks some signs and lights at night. The lounge is also really good.
Lonni Besançon (3 years ago)
Beautiful castle with warm and friendly staff. The sauna place is a must! Cozy by the lake with a beautiful view. Nice selection of food and drinks. Beautiful settings.
rhina fabianty (3 years ago)
Had lunch in cafe. Needed quite a lot of time untill the food coming out but it was great in taste. Very nice area to sit and eat.
A Th (3 years ago)
A magical place, like taken from a fairytale! Start your visit with afternoon tea on the patio. Enjoy a warm sauna by the water with great views and a cold beer. Have a Michelin star classed meal with great wines, round off with a drink in one of the many salons and end the night in a really comfortable bed with views of the castle at night. You truly feel welcomed and like it is a home away from home.
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