Sofiero
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Sofiero Castle in Helsingborg Municipality, Scania, was one of the Swedish royal family's country mansions back at the turn of the 20th century. Originally built in 1864 by Crown Prince Oscar and his wife Sofia, it was expanded to its current size when he became king Oscar II of Sweden.
Until 1973 Sofiero was used by the royals and was the official summer residence of King Gustaf VI Adolf. It was supposedly the King's favorite place and upon his death, which occurred in Helsingborg, he left Sofiero to the city of Helsingborg so that the general public could enjoy it as much as he did.
It is located 5 km north of Helsingborg. A bus connection leaves several times an hour during peak hours from Helsingborg.
It holds some very large gardens with a wide range of local (and other) plantlife, stretching down right to the shore. The Rhododendrons are especially noteworthy. The park also hold a small collection of modern art.
The castle building is today used as restaurant, cafe and at times as a gallery.
During the summer the large grass areas are sometimes used for large outdoor concerts with national as well as international stars such as Bob Dylan and Bryan Adams.
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Sofiero is also a brand of beer owned by Kopparbergs Bryggeri.
