Borgholm Castle – Private Access & Local Tastes

A GO Nordic-exclusive at the mightiest ruins in the Nordic countries, this experience goes beyond a standard visit, offering a more personal and curated way to explore Borgholm Castle.

  • All year

  • 2-12 guests

  • 4 hours

  • 35 min

Tour description

For 900 years, Borgholm castle has stood on its precipice, looking out over the Kalmar Strait. It has been a fort, a stronghold, a Renaissance castle, a Baroque palace and a prestige project in many guises before it was destroyed in a fire in the early 19th century. The ruin would become one of the most magnificent in Sweden, noted among the most famous cultural historical buildings, and part of the country´s cultural heritage.

On this private access shore excursion at Borgholm Castle in Kalmar, Sweden, we´ll take you to some of the castles less visited areas and finish our tour with a glass of champagne and tastes of local delicacies while enjoying the view from the castle walls.

Quick Facts

  • Port: Kalmar
  • Transfer time: 35 min
  • Duration: 4 hours
  • Group size: 2-12 guests
  • Season: all year
Borgholm Castle, the mightiest ruins in the Nordic countries
Borgholm Castle, the mightiest ruins in the Nordic countries
Borgholm Castle, the mightiest ruins in the Nordic countries
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What’s included

  • Transfer with sedan, van or sprinter
  • Guided tour of the castle with access to areas not usually shown to the public
  • A glass of champagne & local delicacies

Additions or combinations

Add lunch at a nearby farmhouse restaurant serving local delicacies

Combine with a guided tour of neighboring Solliden Palace & Royal Gardens.