ウプサラの洞窟・トップ5

Within the remaining ruins of Uppsala's original 16th-century castle, the Vasaborgen Museum offers insights into the history of Swedish rulers, recounting tales of kings and queens, princes and princesses. Guided tours led by costumed guides also reveal gruesome details of gruesome and violent sudden deaths. The museum is open from June 1st to September 1st.

Due to the unrest and uprisings of the mid-16th century, Gustav Vasa commissioned the construction of several modern castles as fortresses in the interior of the country. Previously, Uppsala had been defended only by the manor house (Uppsala Manor), likely the old bishop's residence, which Gustav Vasa had expanded and fortified. The defenses of the new castle were based on two bastions, Styrbiskop and Gräsgården. Their design was inspired by Italian architecture. The intricate layout of the bastions eliminated blind spots along the castle walls, ensuring effective defense. The bastions were equipped with cannons. The bastion front of Uppsala Castle is the oldest in the Nordic countries.

With its commanding position on Kasåsen hill high above Uppsala, the castle is visible from afar. Today it is the residence of the Governor of Uppsala County. Built as a fortification by Gustav Vasa starting in 1549, the castle was the site of the Sture Murders in 1567, the decision regarding Sweden's participation in the Thirty Years' War was made here, Queen Christina abdicated here in 1654, and many of Sweden's former kings and queens were born and lived here. As early as 1572, the castle had been remodeled by Johan III and expanded into a grand Renaissance palace. After the great city fire of 1702, parts of the main building, the so-called Cross Castle, were demolished. During its reconstruction in 1744, the entire castle acquired its present form in the French Neoclassical style, based on designs by Carl Hårleman. The room, the district council hall, which was specially set up for the district council meetings after the municipal reform of 1862, is today primarily used as a representative reception room.

Not only can you climb the castle 🏰, but also the art museum and a historical museum, "Uppsala Slottsmuseum," within the castle. Both are very interesting and free of charge. In front of the castle stands the wooden Gunillia Tower.

Great turnaround point for roadcycling from Uppsala. Unfortunately no cafe at the moment

From the castle you have a beautiful view over the gardens of the Orangery

Uppsala Castle, also known as Uppsala Castle, is a striking historical building in Uppsala, Sweden. It was built in the 16th century and served as a royal residence as well as the seat of the Swedish government in the Uppland region. The castle is an impressive example of Renaissance architecture and is now home to the Uppsala Art Museum as well as various historical exhibitions and events. With its majestic appearance and rich history, Uppsala Castle is a popular destination for visitors who want to learn more about Sweden's past and culture.

A beautiful impressive building