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Place in Södermanland, Sweden
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Mariefred is a city in the Södermanland province, Svealand region.
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Gripsholm Castle
The oldest remaining parts are from the early 1500s. Amazing interiors, including an 18th century theater. Houses the national Swedish portrait collection, including most people who mattered in Swedish history. The honorary portrait collection includes modern portraits of contemporary celebrities, such as Astrid Lindgren, Ingmar Bergman, and Benny Andersson. And don't miss the stuffed lion!
Strängnäs domkyrka
A 13th century church.
A castle famous for the Strängnäs riksdag of 1523, at which Gustav Vasa was elected King of Sweden.
Drive southwest from Stockholm along the E4/E20 to Södertälje, continue along the E20 in the direction of Göteborg. About 40 minutes from Stockholm.
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