Gyllebohus

Gärsnäs, Sweden

Gyllebohus was a medieval Danish castle. The earliest known owner was Verner Brahe in 1280. The stone castle was built between 1538-1544 Laurids Lauridsen Knob and was one of the largest castles in Scania. It was burned down several times in wars, the latest destruction happened in 1700. Today some fragments remain of Gyllebohus. The adjacent manor house was built Hedwig Sofia Schönström in 1813-1818 and it is privately owned.

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Founded: 1538-1544
Category: Miscellaneous historic sites in Sweden
Historical period: Early Vasa Era (Sweden)

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4.2/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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Lisa (3 years ago)
Trevligt att ägarna släpper in folk på söndagar 10-12 men egentligen är det inte så mycket att se på.
Martin “Nostradameuz” Kron (3 years ago)
Nice castle park, free admission. Open Sundays 10-12.
ahmad alsoufi (4 years ago)
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Lars de Grey (6 years ago)
Manor only opens sunday for the public. Parking lot not signposted 200m away. Hiking trail not signposted; good luck finding the way. Two stars, if you like the small beach or if you are here for fishing. Didn't meet my expectations at all. Not recommended, except for public events or above actions.
Asma Falyoun (7 years ago)
Nice view
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