Grabbacka

Raasepori, Finland

Grabbacka manor castle was built in the 15th and 16th centuries by Måns Andersson Grabbe. Gustav Vasa, the King of Sweden, visited probably in Grabbacka in 1555. The manor was destroyed by fire in 1672. Nowadays there are existing ruins of the manor basement open to the public.

Address

Törvesbrontie 199, Raasepori, Finland

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Details

Founded: ca. 1500
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Finland
Historical period: Middle Ages (Finland)

More Information

www.muuka.com
www.panoramio.com

Rating

3.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

sundberg roger (4 years ago)
An awesome little castle in someone's backyard!

Elina (4 years ago)
The ruins of a very small castle in a private person's front yard. No need to bother.

Jussi Valkiainen (5 years ago)
Excite a piece of history along the way. Yes, this item is worth a stop. The ruins offer a beautiful field landscape.

Alex Janin (6 years ago)
Not really what to lose

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