Castles, Manors & Ruins

Östergötland's landscape is defined by its defensive history and noble estates, ranging from the medieval Cistercian ruins of Alvastra Abbey to the Renaissance fortifications of Vadstena Castle. This collection features Baroque châteaus like Bjärka-Säby and Sturefors, alongside well-preserved residences like Löfstad Palace, which retains its early 20th-century interiors. Highlights include the royal heritage of Linköping Castle and the strategic ruins of Stegeborg, situated on an island in the Slätbaken bay.

Alvastra Abbey

Alvastra Abbey was a Cistercian monastery located at Alvastra in Östergötland, Sweden.

Vadstena Castle

Vadstena Castle is a former Royal Castle in Vadstena, the province of Östergötland,Sweden.

Bjärka-Säby Château

Bjärka-Säby Château is a baroque style château located 2 miles southeast of Linköping, 4 kilometers north of Bestorp in Östergötland County…

Sturefors Castle

Sturefors Castle is situated outside Linköping, by lake Ärlången, the province of Östergötland, Sweden.

Grensholm

A manor house located in Vånga parish on the shores of Lake Roxen, with a history as a noble estate dating back to the Middle Ages.

Linköping Castle

Linköping Castle is situated at Linköping in Östergötland, Sweden. It stands opposite Linköping Cathedral.

Stegeborg Castle

Stegeborg Castle is a ruined castle in St Anna parish, Söderköping, Östergötland, located on an island in a narrow sound at the bay of…

Björnsnäs

An 18th-century manor house situated near the innermost part of the Bråviken bay in Åby.

Ljung Castle

Ljung Castle is a castle in Sweden. The present building was erected in 1774.

Brokind Castle

Brokind Castle is a manor house situated south of Linköping in Östergötland, Sweden.

Alvastra Monastery

These ruins of medieval Cistercian monastery are probably one of the most scenic remains in Sweden.

Löfstad Palace

The noble house is preserved intact as it was lived in during the early 20th century, including artworks as well as things of everyday use.

Finspångs slott

A 17th-century classicist castle commissioned by Louis De Geer, featuring a large park and one of Sweden's oldest theaters.

Drottning Ommas borg

An ancient hillfort situated on Mount Omberg, providing strategic views over Lake Vättern and dating back to the Migration Period.