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Borgholm Castle

Borgholm, Sweden

History

The roofless shell of a grand castle burned out in 1806, on a limestone ridge above Borgholm. Entry is paid in summer, and the gardens of the royal summer home at Solliden are a short walk away.

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Borgholm, Sweden
Category
History & culture
GPS
56.8640, 16.6480
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

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Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Sweden: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Congestion charges in Stockholm and Gothenburg; Øresund Bridge toll. Motorway limit for cars: 120 km/h.

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Campsites nearby

  • Smedjans Ställplatser KöpingsvikMotorhome stopover
    5 km from Borgholm Castle
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  • Klinta Camping & StugbyCampsite
    5 km from Borgholm Castle
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  • Klintagårdens campingCampsite
    5 km from Borgholm Castle
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  • Lundegård Camping & StugbyCampsite
    7 km from Borgholm Castle
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  • Kaffetorpet CampingCampsite
    17 km from Borgholm Castle
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  • Kalmar CampingCampsite
    20 km from Borgholm Castle
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All campsites in Sweden · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Borgholm Castle?

Borgholm Castle is in Borgholm, Sweden, at GPS 56.8640, 16.6480. It is about 29 km from Kalmar.

Can you camp near Borgholm Castle?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Aimo Park Sollidenvägen, about 1 km away; within 25 km there are 27 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Borgholm Castle?

Borgholm Castle is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Kalmar and Öland: castles, windmills and lighthouses.

What is there to see near Borgholm Castle?

Places worth a stop nearby: Kalmar Castle (29 km), Långe Erik (62 km), Eketorp Fort (64 km) and Långe Jan (76 km).

When is the best time to visit Borgholm Castle?

The most pleasant months are usually June–August. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)