"The small estate Hammarby was bought by Carl Linnaeus in 1758. He wanted a farm on the countryside where he could spend the summers together with his family, away from the unhealthy quarters of Uppsala.Today, few Swedish manor-houses preserve such an authentic milieu. It reflects the private life of Linnaeus as well as his scientific work.Linnaeus’ Hammarby lies embedded in an extensive agricultural landscape. The museum area, with buildings, exhibitions, café and shop are open May to September inclusive. Guided tour of the main building in Swedish 11.30, 14.30 and 15.30, in English 12.30.In the surrounding Cultural Heritage Reserve, the County Council has recreated an 18th century agricultural landscape. The reserve is open all year."
Address: Linnés Hammarby , Uppsala 755 98, C, SE
Phone: +46 18 32 60 94
City: Uppsala
Zip Code: 755 98
related searches: Linnea, Uppsala
