Katrinetorp Landeri

Katrinetorp is a historic manor house in Bunkeflo, near the southern edge of Malmö. The estate was founded in 1799 and named by Samuel Johan Björkman after his wife. The present main building dates from 1813 and was built by Erland Gabriel Bager after the family had moved into the original, smaller house. The interior of the ground floor stands out for its rich wall and ceiling paintings by the decorative painter Christian Laurentius Gernandt. The history of the property is marked by a series of changing owners, among them the wealthy merchant Thomas Frick, who restored the farm buildings, and his son David Frick, who further developed the gardens.

After several changes of ownership in the early 20th century, the City of Malmö bought the estate, which was leased out until the 1990s. During this period, a comprehensive renovation of the buildings began that preserved their historic character. Today Katrinetorp is open to the public and serves as a venue for conferences, parties, and cultural activities. Visitors can enjoy a café, a restaurant, and a small shop called Bränneriboden. Markets, music events, courses, and lectures are also held here regularly.

The careful restoration was recognized when the Östra Magasinet received the Helgopriset for sensitive renovation in 2008. The garden café was named best outdoor dining venue of the year in 2009. A nonprofit association, the Friends of Katrinetorp, is committed to preserving the cultural heritage and improving the visitor experience through educational programs and by maintaining the historical significance of the site.