Skottorp Castle

Laholm, Sweden

Skottorp Castle was completed around the 1670 by Frans Joel Örnestedt according the design of Nicodemus Tessin the Elder. King Charles XI of Sweden married Ulrika Eleonora there in 1680. The current appearance dates from thre restoration made in 1816-1828. Today Skottorp is a hotel and popular venue for weddings and conferences.

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Lilla Dömerstorp 8, Laholm, Sweden
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Founded: 1670
Category: Castles and fortifications in Sweden
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Sweden)

More Information

skottorpsslott.se
en.wikipedia.org

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User Reviews

Thomas Gal (11 months ago)
Amazing gelato. Amazing environment.
Helena Spens Sellick (15 months ago)
Amazing cheese shop and chocolatiet. Stunning castle
Jarmo Harju (2 years ago)
Very nice
Christer Mattsson (2 years ago)
Good cheese, friendly shop
Kevin Sorensen (2 years ago)
This is an amazing piece of architecture in beautiful surroundings.
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