Hidden within Djursholm, the Birgittasystrarnas kloster holds a captivating story. It all began in 1911 with Elisabeth Hesselblad’s vision. She dreamed of bringing the Birgittine Order back to Sweden. Her dream took root in a charming house on Burevägen. This house, overlooking Stora Värtan, became the Birgittasystrarnas kloster in 1923. It was initially called a “vilohem,” or rest home. This was a strategic move. At the time, establishing new monasteries in Sweden required special government permission. This permission wasn’t granted until 1977. Birgittasystrarnas kloster served as both a sanctuary for the sisters and a welcoming space for individuals and groups seeking retreat. The entrance building, designed by architect Evert Milles in the 1920s, stands as a testament to the blend of practicality and beauty. Its unique design, reminiscent of East Frisian farmhouses, earned it the designation of “valuable” by Danderyd Municipality in 2012. The kloster expanded in 1973. The sisters also manage a retirement home connected to the kloster. Birgittasystrarnas kloster even hosted Pope John Paul II during his 1989 state visit to Sweden. This quiet haven in Djursholm played a significant role in Swedish history.
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