Stora Väsby Manor, Upplands Väsby, Sweden

The first known owner of Stora Väsby manor was Knut Karlsson (1485-1506). The Kurck noble family sold in to industrialist Emanuel de Geer in 1668. The present manor of Stora Väsby was completed around 1760 based on the design of Carl Hårleman. It is one of the best preserved Rococo-style buildings in Uppland.

Next to the castle is a Baroque-style park, which was built in the 1600s. The park was symmetric with hedgerows, trees and three ponds. Today Stora Väsby houses offices and residential apartments.

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Great area for cycling and running.

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Was at the dentist. Good help and friendly staff

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You think what a cozy place, wonder what it was like here in the 17th century.

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