Borgeby Castle

Borgeby Castle is located in Lomma Municipality in Scania, southern Sweden, beside the Kävlingeån river. The castle's roots trace back to the 11th century, built upon the site of an earlier fortress that may have been similar to Viking ring castles with a diameter of approximately 150 meters. Archaeological excavations have uncovered evidence of a mint at the site, suggesting it belonged to the Archbishop of Lund from its inception until 1536. The castle has experienced a turbulent history, being burned multiple times including attacks by Swedish forces in 1452 and Danish forces in 1658, with possible additional destruction during the 1525 farmers' revolt.

The castle's current structures reflect various construction periods spanning centuries. Börjes Tower was likely erected in the 15th century, while the gatehouse dates from the 16th century with older components. The main building was constructed between 1650 and 1660, and a brick stable was added in 1744. Following the Reformation, numerous Danish and Swedish aristocratic families occupied the property, including connections to notable figures like King Christian III of Denmark and Jørgen Kock, Mayor of Malmö.

In recent history, the estate was purchased by Lars Pehrsson in 1886 and subsequently managed by his daughter Hanna Larsdotter and her husband, artist Ernst Norlind. Lomma Municipality acquired the castle in 2007, which was sold to Borgeby slott AB in 2012. Today, the castle operates as a cultural venue, housing the Norlind Museum, an art museum featuring Ernst Norlind's studio and gallery, managed by Kulturen in Lund. The castle remains open to the public.