Löfstad Slott: Inspiring day at Löfstad, for the whole family

Löfstad Slott is one of Sweden’s best-preserved 17th-century manor houses. The interior remained intact until the death of the last owner, Countess Emilie Piper, making this a fascinating place to visit.

A number of famous noble families have lived at Löfstad Slott, including De la Gardie, von Fersen and Piper. Since 1942, Löfstad has been a museum, open for visitors to experience its history, art, and surrounding nature. “You can learn all about life on the estate and hear fascinating stories about the families who lived here,” says Niklas Zhou Börjesson, director. “The home has been preserved since Countess Emilie Piper passed away in 1926, which makes the atmosphere feel quite magical.”

This summer, Löfstad Slott will open a free display specifically for children. In the exhibition Here Comes Maja with Friends (Här kommer Maja med vänner), visitors will be able to meet some of the children’s book author and illustrator Lena Anderson’s beloved characters. There will also be a new shorter guided tour for families with children.

“It’s easy to spend a whole day here at Löfstad,” says Zhou Börjesson. “Join a guided tour, stroll around the beautiful grounds, take a look at one of Sweden’s best-preserved English parks – laid out by Sophie von Fersen in the early 19th century, enjoy a meal at the cosy inn, check out the fantastic garden centre and the café, and browse our boutique Slottsbutiken.”

Located near Norrköping, Löfstad Slott is open on weekends from 22 March and will be open daily from the middle of June, with daily tours in English in July and the beginning of August. Fans of Count Axel von Fersen, the famous lover of Queen Marie-Antoinette, can also combine a visit to the estate with a tour of Ljungs Slott, where he lived. In September, the two manor houses join forces in organising the popular Fersen Week.

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