Espoo Manor

Espoo, Finland

Espoo estate was established as a 'King's manor' (Kungsgård) by Gustav Vasa, King of Sweden, in 1556. The first bailiff was Peder Mandel in 1557-1558. Later the manor was a residence of famous field marshals and statemen Jacob de la Gardie and Gustav Horn. Espoo manor has been owned by the Ramsay family since 1756. The current manor house was built in 1797. Today Espoo manor provides wedding and event services.

References:

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Address

Kuninkaankartanontie 31, Espoo, Finland

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Details

Founded: 1797
Category: Palaces, manors and town halls in Finland
Historical period: The Age of Enlightenment (Finland)

More Information

www.esbogard.fi

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Jukka Lauronen (2 years ago)
An atmospheric manor as a venue for parties

Riitta Puranen (3 years ago)
The evening was spent only in the basement ... spacious but low

paula hagert (4 years ago)
The mansion is unspeakably beautiful.

Artjom Fedulov (4 years ago)
Good

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