The history of Varnhem is long and rich, and well worth delving into for those interested in history. Join us on a journey that takes you back to the time of the monks' lives in Varnhem and the Christian Vikings at Kata Farm, through a history of bishops, royal graves, and art treasures. The journey concludes in Varnhem's later history as a station community.
The main mission in the monastery was prayer, the study of the scriptures, and communion with God. Alongside this, there were also many tasks to carry out.
Birger Jarl was very important for the monastery in Varnhem and rests here in his final resting place. Read more about the life of Birger Jarl and the other royal graves in the monastery chu...
The monastery in Varnhem was founded by the Cistercian Order, which was established in 1098. Here you can learn about the order’s history and the order today.
