Barläst

Lärbro, Sweden

The mining of limestone was begun in Gotland in early Middle Ages. There was a significant lime kiln in Barläst, which was used to produce quicklime through the calcination of limestone. The kiln was used between 1690-1907. Today the area is a well-preserved sample of early industrial milieu. There are ruins of three lime kilns, the oldest one dating from the 17th century.

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

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Stora Hammars 2676, Lärbro, Sweden
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Founded: 1690
Category: Industrial sites in Sweden
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Sweden)

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User Reviews

Ewa Höglund (11 months ago)
So beautiful. Gotland history.
Pelle Avelin (11 months ago)
Nice historical environment and a nice little swimming area. Older stone pier with grass and bathing ladder down to the sandy bottom. Perfect if you are not the biggest fan of sandy beaches! Pretty shallow water.
Rune Blomquist (12 months ago)
Nice experience.
Ragnvald Brouwer (12 months ago)
Absolutely fantastic environment and cozy
Pierre Berggren (14 months ago)
Beautiful view!
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