Museum
CastleStavanger
Ledaal Castle
In Stavanger, Ledaal Castle now functions as a museum and simultaneously serves as the official royal residence in the city. The building was constructed around the turn of the 19th century.
History+
The construction of Ledaal Castle took place between 1799 and 1803, commissioned by the merchant Gabriel Schanche Kielland. He named the estate after the initials of his and his wife's name, Johanna Margaretha Bull. In 1936, the city of Stavanger acquired the castle and transformed it into a museum, making it accessible to the public.
Location+
Ledaal Castle is situated in Stavanger, a city in the Rogaland region of Norway's Westland (Vestlandet). It is located at an elevation of approximately 56 meters above sea level.
On site+
Today, Ledaal Castle houses a museum. It also serves as the official residence for the King of Norway when he is in Stavanger.
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