Merlo Slott

Sundsvall

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Merlo Slott

The grand, fairy-tale castle-like main building in Timrå was built in 1883–1885 as a summer residence for the timber magnate Fredrik Bünsow, who was one of Sweden's most powerful timber barons at the time. The architects were Isak Gustaf Clason and Fritz Eckert. Clason is known for designing the Nordic Museum and Hallwyl Palace in Stockholm. The beautiful castle (or Villa Merlo, as it is actually called) is now a cultural heritage site and houses Svenska Cellulosa's central archive. In the summer, you can take a guided tour to see the many rooms and halls that still retain their former glory. Even the garden alone is well worth a visit.

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Address: Merlovägen 10, Timrå
More Info: sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/Merlo_slott

Do & See

There’s a lot to see in the Sundsvall region. The natural attractions are just as fascinating as the historical sites. And don’t miss the Stone City!

Staircase of Knaust

Staircase of Knaust

The Elite Hotel Knaust is located in a building from 1891, well-known for its beautiful fan-shaped marble staircase and magnificent hall of …

Rooftop Tour

Discover Sundsvall from above! Have a close up with the Stone Town on a guided …

Gudmundstjärn Nature Reserve & Open-air Museum

Gudmundstjärn Nature Reserve & Open-air Museum

Gudmundstjärn, located 30 km west of Sundsvall, is one of Sweden's last preserved self-sufficient settlements. Between 1779 and 1944 the fields here were farmed by five generations. No roads connected the homestead to the outside world. The 22 preserved buildings have been declared historical monuments, and the area is now a nature …

Kulturmagasinet

Kulturmagasinet

The Kulturmagasinet consists of four old harbour warehouses in the Stone City of Sundsvall, which were glazed over in 1986 to form today's cultural centre. It houses Sundsvall city library, Sundsvall Museum, a café, the Medelpad Archive and much more. It offers culture for everyone, with special activities aimed at children throughout the …

Indalsleden — the Indal Route

Indalsleden — the Indal Route

National roads 86 and 87 between Sundsvall and Östersund, known as the Indalsleden, are said to be some of Sweden's most beautiful tourist routes. The entire stretch along the Indal River valley is an eldorado for independent outdoor activities. If you're interested in history, there are numerous reasons to stop and explore old rural …

Selånger Pilgrim Center

Selånger Pilgrim Center

The Selånger Pilgrim Centre serves as a platform to highlight the exciting local history. It's also as a starting point for cyclists and hikers on the St Olavsleden — a pilgrim's way between Selånger outside Sundsvall in Sweden and Nidaros Cathedral in Trondheim in Norway The centre features a café offering coffee, tea, sandwiches, salads, …

Nolby Högar Open-air Museum

Nolby Högar Open-air Museum

Welcome to a meeting place many thousands of years old, which tells a part of the exciting history of Västernorrland. Take in the landscape and the views. Traces of previous generations are especially evident here: burial mounds, an early medieval church ruin, house foundations, roads, and a runestone bear witness to the lives lived …

Svartvik Industrial Heritage

Svartvik Industrial Heritage

Svartvik bears the memories from 200 years of northern Swedish industrial history, evolving from a loading dock to a shipyard, steam sawmill, and pulp factory. Today, Svartvik will be a point of interest with displays of its history, park like environment, playgrounds for the children, one of the oldest water towers in Sweden and …

Galtströms Bruk

Galtströms Bruk

Galtström is located at what once was Medelpad's first, largest and last ironworks, along the coast south of Sundsvall. A visit to Galtström is like a journey through time. In the wonderful environment you can feel the wing beat of history, ride a steam train, wander in nature, or take a dip in the …

Merlo Slott

The grand, fairy-tale castle-like main building in Timrå was built in 1883–1885 as a summer residence for the timber magnate Fredrik Bünsow, who was one of Sweden's most powerful timber barons at the time. The architects were Isak Gustaf Clason and Fritz Eckert. Clason is known for designing the Nordic Museum and Hallwyl Palace …

Flataklocken — the Geographical Midpoint of Sweden

Flataklocken — the Geographical Midpoint of Sweden

Approximately 60 kilometres west of Sundsvall, you'll find Flataklocken, which was designated as the Geographical Centre of Sweden's landmass through a centre-of-gravity calculation by KTH in Stockholm in 1947. This means that if you were to put Sweden on a needle, it would be in balance just over the mountain Flataklocken. It offers a …

Norra Berget Open-air Museum

Norra Berget Open-air Museum

The Norra Berget open-air museum is one of the region's most popular excursion destinations. The combination of nature, cultural history, eateries, shops, playgrounds, barbecue areas and events appeals to both young and old, all …

Alnö Island

Alnö, known as 'Norrland's Hawaii', is a volcanic island just outside Sundsvall that formed approximately 570 million years ago. As a result, Alnö features unique rocks and minerals not found anywhere else in the world, including the eponymous Alnöite. Around the turn of the 20th century, Alnö was a true sawmill island with 19 …

Old Church of Alnö

Old Church of Alnö

The Alnö Old Church is a medieval church built in the latter part of the 12th century. The church served two purposes: as a place of worship and as a defensive structure. Today, it stands as one of the oldest and best-preserved churches, popular in the summer for baptisms and weddings. Nearby lies Alnö …

Vättaberget

The view from Vättaberget is one of the most photographed in Sweden and well worth the 1-hour drive from Sundsvall city. In the summer, you can enjoy a cup of coffee or light refreshments at the Vättaberget café. You can also visit some of the old buildings on site, such as the blacksmith's shop. …

Bergsåkers Trotting Track

Bergsåkers Trotting Track

Bergsåker Racecourse, the country's fourth largest harness racing track and the true trotting metropolis of Norrland. Races are held year-round, with about 50 racing days every year. The biggest racing event is the Sundsvall Open Trot, held at the end of August each year. Besides harness racing, Bergsåker also annually hosts fairs, exhibitions, markets, …

Kustvägen

Kustvägen (the coast road) is a 75-kmstretch of road south of Sundsvall, that runs from Jättendal in the south to Svartvik in the north. Take the opportunity to leave the big roads and experience the lovely Swedish coastline. The road will take you through forest and agriculture landscape. You'll find genuine fishing villages, Norrland’s …

Himlabadet

Himlabadet is an adventure pool with something for everyone. Water slides, a relaxation and spa area, waterfalls, whirlpools, saunas, café, restaurant and more. Want to give surfing a try? Here's your chance, on Europe's first SurfStream. In the summer, there are also outdoor pools to …

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