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A decade of hospitality right by the sea Situated majestically on the southern Sweden peninsula, Örenäs Castle this year celebrates its 100-year anniversary and makes an ideal destination for large conference groups, families and couples alike. By Kristine Olofsson | Photos: Örenäs Castle
It started with love back in 1867, when the mansion Mariehild, named after a beloved wife, was constructed on the grounds in Glumslöv. 50 years later, Carl Tranchell had Örenäs Castle finished on the very same premises. “The location is definitely a unique feature,” Emelie Lööf, marketing coordinator at Örenäs Castle, says. “With its 115 hotel rooms, the castle lets people come together, have a great time and enjoy the surrounding nature.” Different package deals, such as wedding packages, are also available. “Weddings are very popular, with beautiful ceremonies on the lawn and the castle as the backdrop,” says Lööf. At Örenäs Castle, tasteful design and comfort blend to make
for a luxurious yet homely atmosphere. History can be encountered in the Carl T bar, named after the founder himself, as well as in the dining room, with its original floor imported from Italy. A short, few-minute stroll through the castle woods leads visitors to the charming beaches of Ålabodarna. Here, among
small fishing huts, adventurous guests may board the ferry and discover the small island of Ven by bike, and engage in activities such as whiskey tasting. With grand accommodation situated in idyllic nature, Örenäs Castle truly lives up to its slogan of being a historic meeting point for modern people.
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A traditional welcome with modern comforts Whether it is visiting UNESCO World Heritage sites, following in the footsteps of royalty, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of the surroundings, Järvsöbaden has something for everyone. By Liz Longden | Photos: Järvsöbaden
That Järvsöbaden has a homely feel is hardly surprising. The hotel and conference centre has been run by the same family for 113 years – hotel manager Inger Ångström is married to Per Ångström, hotel director, head chef and great grandson of the founder of Järvsöbaden – and emanates a feeling of a bygone era. It lies in an area famed for its historic traditional farmhouses. ‘Hälsingegårdar’, as they are known, have been included on the UNESCO World Heritage List and the nearest is within walking distance of the hotel. Those craving their modern creature comforts will not be disappointed either. The hotel also has its own golf course, heated outdoor pool, spa and bowling pitch, with a ski slope and exceptional mountain bike routes nearby. The restaurant, meanwhile, 64 | Issue 113 | June 2018
serves traditional Swedish food made using both local produce and vegetables grown in the hotel’s own garden. It is an enticing combination, which even some celebrities cannot resist. Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel, Astrid Lindgren and the late singing icon Barbro
‘Lil-Babs’ Svensson, who herself hailed from Järvsö, are among the guests to have enjoyed a stay at Järsobaden and have rooms named after them. “We have a lot of guests who come back again and again,” says Inger Ångström. “We aspire to create a friendly, relaxed atmosphere and want our guests to feel like they’re coming home when they’re here.
Web: www.jarvsobaden.se