Louhisaari Manor, Masku, Finland

Louhisaari manor castle was built in the late medieval ages by the remarkable Fleming noble family. The present main building was completed in the 1650s and represents the rare palatial architecture in Finland. The grounds have an extensive English-style park, complete with paths. Louhisaari belonged to the Fleming family for over three hundred years. The lack of money forced them to sell the manor to the family of Mannerheim in 1791. Finland’s Marshall C.G.E. Mannerheim was born there in 1867.

The festive floor and the service floor are in 17th-century style and furnished to match. The middle floor, where the actual living quarters were, was modernised during the 18th and 19th centuries, and the rooms in this part of the castle reflect the interior-decoration styles of that time.

Government of Finland bought Louhisaari in 1961 and opened it to the public couple of years later.
Nowadays it’s open in summer time. Admission to the museum only in the company of a guide, tours in Finnish at half hourly intervals.

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Ville Kauppi (4 months ago)
Visiting Louhisaari Manor was a fantastic experience! The birthplace of Marshal Mannerheim is beautifully preserved, with stunning gardens and historical interiors. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone in Finland!

Islam Abdalaziz (5 months ago)
It’s a beautifully preserved manor, showcasing the influence of various historical periods on the interior styles.

Unna Äkäslompolo (14 months ago)
One of the most beautiful Manor Houses in Finland. White main building is a sight in the middle of peaceful countryside. Recommend to visit!

Iveta Baranova (2 years ago)
Very lovely and well preserved manor in South-west Finland. Place is beautiful and has great guides that eagerly answer questions. Nice to visit with family as well, just make sure to pack food - nearby restaurant/cafe is terribly overpriced.

Jan Sandbacka (2 years ago)
A nice castle, where the families Fleming and Mannerheim has lived. The Marshal of Finland Carl Gustaf Mannerheim was born here. Some items related to him available.

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