Vrams Gunnarstorp Castle sits on a hill above a village in Bjuv Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden. Originally built in the 17th century by Danish nobleman Jørgen Vind, the castle was later purchased by Rudolf Tornérhjelm in 1838. However, it was the hands of the Danish architect Michael Gottlieb Bindesbøll in the 1850s that made Vrams Gunnarstorp what it is today. Bindesbøll is known for his restorations of several Danish castles, including Tænninge Castle and Gissesbro estate.
The current appearance of the castle, with its flattened red brick and white trim, unfolds in thick trees behind the entrance. Up close, the gables and angles tell a story of renovation, the builder's intent etched in every angle. Bindesbøll's restoration was a turning point for the castle, giving it the appearance it has today. The castle isn't open to the public, but its architectural elements speak a thousand words.
Sources: Wikipedia, OpenStreetMap, Wikidata, Wikimedia Commons
Written by Nik Frost
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