Welcome to Läckö Castle
A unique cultural and natural experience. Stay at Naturum Vänerskärgården - Victoriahuset, eat at the restaurant and visit Läckö Castle with garden.
Läckö Castle is located on Kållandsö in Lidköping municipality in Västergötland. The castle is located on a headland in the Ekens Archipelago in Lake Vänern and is a memory from Sweden's time of great power. In the Middle Ages it belonged to the Bishops of Skara and was handed over to the De la Gardie family as a county in 1615.
Calendar
Explore events
Läckö Castle has a long tradition of rich exhibition activities, and over the years, major, high-profile and unique exhibitions have been shown in the castle's rooms.
26 Apr
Winemaker's Champagne tasting
Welcome to an unforgettable evening of history and gastronomy in a unique castle setting.
5 Apr
Creating Garden Magic
Learn how to build a garden that is beautiful all year round, a garden to feel good in.
Exhibitions
Läckö Castle is not only a majestic fortress from the age of great power, but also a vibrant cultural centre with a rich tradition of exhibitions. For decades, our halls, castle rooms and exteriors have been transformed into galleries, theatres and themed rooms where history, art and culture are woven together in a captivating mix. Explore our diverse range of exhibitions and join us on a journey back in time.
1 Mar - 6 Apr
The women in the castle
Listen to an inspiring guided tour about the women who lived at Läckö Castle!
1 Mar - 6 Apr
The 30-year war at Läckö Castle
A unique chance to experience how history and architecture are connected!
5 Apr - 13 Apr
Meet Magnus Gabriel
Magnus Gabriel De la Gardie was not only a ruler, but also a visionary who shaped both his time and our history.
8 Mar - 13 Apr
Meet Maria Eufrosyne
400 years ago, Maria Eufrosyne, one of the most fascinating women of the Empire, was born.
1 Mar - 12 Apr
Hidden rooms
Join us on an exciting journey through the history of Läckö Castle and discover places and objects that are rarely shown to the public.
Extend the experience with a package
Package experiences
We offer seasonal packages that include activities, dinner and accommodation. Take a weekend at Läckö Castle and enjoy hiking around Läckö-Kinnekullebygden, golfing on Kållandsö or just enjoy a relaxing time at the hotel in the nature centre Vänerskärgården - Victoriahuset.
Activities
Summer Opera Fantasio
What could be more magnificent than opera in one of Sweden's most historic settings? Every summer, Läckö Castle's courtyard is filled with drama, passion and fantastic music when the opera takes place under the open sky. Here you get a unique cultural experience where the wings of history meet innovative performing arts.
Whether you are a regular opera-goer or experiencing it for the first time, you are invited to an evening where singing, music and the powerful castle scenery create pure magic.
NEWS
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Accommodation
Accommodation at Läckö Castle
If you want to stay overnight during your stay at Läckö Castle, we offer hotels in the nature centre Vänersskärgården - Victoriahuset, in a scenic and protected forest area you will find Läckö Camping, or a stone's throw from the castle is a guest harbour if you come by boat.
Good to know before your visit
Before you visit Läckö, there are some things you might want to know, such as that dogs are not allowed in Läckö Castle or Victoria House. If you still have any questions before your visit, you can contact us, info@lackoslott.se or 0510-48 46 60.
The castle
Läckö Castle
Läckö Castle stands on a cliff beside Lake Vänern, enticing you with its Baroque splendour, sensuous gardens, shining treasures and ancient medieval vaults. Läckö Castle, best known as the fabulous De la Gardie Castle on the shores of Lake Vänern, has medieval origins.
nature centre
Visit the naturum
Victoriahuset, naturum Vänerskärgården and Hvita Hjorten... many names circulate when this building is mentioned. The building is called naturum Vänerskärgården - Victoriahuset. It houses a nature centre with an exhibition about the Väner Archipelago and Djurö National Park.
