Gripsholm Castle

16th century1374Sweden

CountrySweden

RegionSodermanland

Period16th century

Year Built1374

About Gripsholm Castle

Known for its portrait collection of Swedish monarchs. Built by Gustav Vasa. The theatre is one of the oldest preserved in Sweden. Surrounded by a lake and forests.

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