Fållnäs Manor

Nynäshamn, Sweden

The written history of Fållnäs estate begins in 1291, when it was donated to Skokloster abbey by Magnus Johansson (Ängel). The current manor complex was built between 1780 and 1807 according the design of Erik Palmstedt. It consists of several annexes, but the planned main building was never completed. Today Fållnäs hosts an art gallery with a cafe.

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Founded: 1780
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Sweden
Historical period: The Age of Enlightenment (Sweden)

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