This is where he spent his childhood and youth in the late 18th century. Geijersgården, an old mannor house, is the birth home of author Erik Gustaf Geijer. Today a museum and memorial ground of three well known Swedish cultural figures - Erik Gustaf Geijer, Fredrik August Dahlgren and Uno Troili. F.A Dahlgren (1816-1895) who lived on Geijersgården for a period of time is the author of the famous play "Värmlänningarna", which is played in the amphitheater at Ransäters Hembygdsgård every year. Uno Troili (1815-1875) is a well known artist, who is mostly known for his portraits. He was also Erik Gustaf Geijers nephew. There are many well-preserved items here, such as paintings, books and furniture. Visit Geijersgården to learn more about Erik Gustaf Geijer and for an experience of a bygone era.
For information and reservations, please contact Munkfors-Ransäter tourist information, +46(0)563-54 10 81 or tourist@munkfors.se.
2025
May-September. Advance bookings only.
Geijersvägen 2, 68493 Ransäter
50 km north of Karlstad and 10 km south of Munkfors, along road 62.
