Krapperup - a beautiful castle in Scania

Sweden´s southernmost region Scania (Skåne in Swedish) has an impressive number of castles, manors and other historic buildings. The oldest ones are of Danish origin  (Scania was Danish until 1658).

Krapperup, situated about 3 miles to the north of Helsingborg, dates back to medieval times, but the present castle is from the 16th century (except for the wings).

The seven-pointed star, which is the Gyldenstierne (Gyllenstjerna) family´s coat-of-arms, was added to the facades at the beginning of the 1600s.

The Castle, the old farm buildings and the castle park are since 1967 maintained by a foundation. The estate as such is operated by the Gyllenstjerna family as a modern agricultural holding consisting of about 5000 acres.

In the 19th century Krapperup was white

The old farm buildings now house a museum and art gallery, a music hall and a small café and shop for visitors. The well maintained 80 acre gardens are freely accessible throughout the year. If you want to visit the manor house you have to book the visit.

For more information on Krapperup, visit the castle´s home page.