Explore Bogesund

Bogesund Castle

Bogesund Castle has roots dating back to the 17th century and a rich history. It was built by Count Per Brahe the Younger (1602–1680), who had inherited the Bogesund peninsula. The original structure still forms the core of the present-day castle. Its layout, structural framework, and many interior features from the 1600s are well preserved. Inside, you’ll also find woodwork, tiled stoves, and wallpaper from the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

In the 1860s, the castle was rebuilt in a medieval romantic style by its then-owner, Nils Albrekt von Lantingshausen von Höpken, who is buried in the family crypt within the castle chapel. During the renovation, four crenellated towers were added, along with two floors between the towers that house, among other things, a chapel, a dining hall, and a winter garden.

In 1946, the state forcibly acquired the castle and its grounds due to neglect, using a special law known as “Lex Bogesund” – legislation created specifically for this case and never used again. In 1949, Bogesund Castle was declared a listed historic building. Today, the castle, the park, and the nearby hostel are managed by the Swedish National Property Board.

Between 2010 and 2012, the castle received a new façade in the same color scheme as the 1860s. As no one has lived in the castle for over a hundred years, much of the original interior remains intact. The castle is only open to visitors through guided tours.

In the castle park, you’ll find a hostel, a summer café, and well-preserved workers’ cottages from the second half of the 19th century.

Hiking tips

Bogesund offers around 70 km of hiking trails and about ten marked routes. Several of the trails have scenic rest areas, and some are also suitable for cycling. Here are a few suggested routes to explore.

For maps and trail information, we recommend the apps Naturkartan and AllTrails.

LILLA SLOTTSRUNDAN, 3,4 KM

Easy to moderate difficulty. Marked with red. Gentle terrain and a beautiful cultural walk passing by Bogesunds Castle and Parkvillan Café.

STORA SLOTTSRUNDAN, 8,5 KM

Easy difficulty. Marked with orange. The trail winds through beautiful deciduous forest, along Ekefjärd and past Bogesunds Castle. Several cultural landmarks are marked along the trail, including Fridhem, where you’ll find a lovely sandy beach and a rest area.

FRÖSVIKSRUNDAN, 7,1 KM

Medium difficulty. Marked with red. Varied terrain. Along the trail, you’ll pass by Kvarnberget, Lindskogen and Tegelbrukshagen, where clay was extracted for brick production until the beginning of the 19th century. Part of the route also serves as a bicycle path.

STORTALLSRUNDAN, 9,9 KM

Easy difficulty. Marked with orange. The trail largely follows the same route as the Frösviksrundan. However, here you’ll pass by Bogesundslandet’s largest pine tree, from which the trail gets its name. The pine tree is several hundred years old and has now fallen over. You’ll also pass by Västerhaga lighthouse with a view over Askrikefjärden. Here, you’ll find a shelter. Part of the route also serves as a bicycle path.

DAMMSTAKÄRRSRUNDAN, 10,8 KM

Easy to moderate difficulty. Marked with orange. Parts also serve as bicycle paths. Named after Dammstakärret, a forest tarn teeming with birdlife, where the rare light yellow-green orchid, the marsh helleborine, can be spotted. A Natura 2000 area. Several rest areas are located along the trail.

NÄSSELDALSRUNDAN, 5,5 KM

Moderate difficulty. Marked with blue. A hilly trail offering views of both the sea, forest tarns and natural forest environments. It passes by Dammstakärret, a Natura 2000 area known for its rich biodiversity. Rest and barbecue areas are available along the way.