Roll those boules. Here at Prins Bertils boulehall a royal game unfolds. This isn’t just any boulodrome. It’s a tribute to Prince Bertil a passionate boule player. He loved the game. He played it often in Sainte-Maxime France. His love spread the game throughout Sweden.
Prins Bertils boulehall itself is a special place. It’s nestled next to Rosendal’s gardens on Södra Djurgården. It opened in 1989 a gift for his 75th birthday. It wasn’t just a whim. Leading figures in Swedish business donated 900000 kronor. This formed the foundation for the building.
Palace architect Ragnar Jonsson and palace steward Lars Wohlfart oversaw construction. The hall is impressive. It measures 28 meters long and 15 meters wide. It boasts eight lanes. A small refreshment area is in the southern end.
Princess Lilian inaugurated Prins Bertils boulehall on February 22 1989. Six days before Prince Bertil’s 77th birthday. The PB-Hallen association ran it until 2014. Djurgårdsbron Sjöcafé then took over.
Today Prins Bertils boulehall continues its legacy. It provides a space to enjoy boule. It welcomes players of all levels. From beginners to seasoned pros. It’s a place to gather. It’s a place to play. It’s a place to celebrate Prince Bertil’s love of the game. It’s a uniquely Swedish experience. It’s a tribute to a royal passion. It’s Prins Bertils boulehall.