Grönsö Manor, located on Grönsö Island, Lake Mälaren, Sweden, boasts a history dating back to 1609 when it was built by Johan Skytte, a tutor for the future king. Apples have been an integral part of this manor's history since 1623, when the first apple orchard was established. Today, cultivars like Åkerö, Ingrid Marie, and Gravenstein continue to be grown and apples and apple juice produced on the estate. The apple orchard, now centuries old, adds to the manor's rich history. When you visit Grönsö Manor, taste the apples that have been harvested for centuries and feel the history in every bite.
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Written by Nik Frost
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