We offer guided tours
Villa Skeppet belongs to the Christine and Göran Schildt Foundation, which arranges guided tours in the home. The tour showcases an author’s residence, Alvar Aalto’s architecture, and a warm Mediterranean atmosphere. Göran Schildt and Alvar Aalto were good friends who shared a love for the Mediterranean cultures, landscapes, and civilizations.
The basic features of the building were already clear in the initial sketches
Architecture
Two main themes dominated the life of Göran Schildt: his compassion for sailing and his love for the Mediterranean culture. In Villa Skeppet, both of his passions are apparent in the architecture and the furnishings. The most dominant feature of the building…
Alvar Aalto designed a house so that the Schildt couple would return to Finland
The Mediterranean sailor who enjoyed life in Tammisaari
Alvar Aalto
The friendship with Göran Schildt Göran Schildt first met Alvar Aalto during his academic years when Aalto was the president of the film club Projektio and Schildt a member. They became friends much later, however, when Schildt visited Aalto’s office together with…
The friendship between Alvar Aalto and Göran Schildt began in 1952
Göran Schildt was the owner of Daphne
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Every corner of Villa Skeppet feels thoughtfully designed ❤️No matter where you stand, the views are always breathtaking.
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Join us for a fun and creative day in Ekenäs on April 18th, from 11:00 to 15:00! The program will take place in the Cultural Quarter and, of course, here at Villa Skeppet. Kids and adults are invited to explore art, history, and hands-on activities together. Drop into workshops, build imaginative creations outdoors, enjoy storytelling and crafts, and treat yourself at a cozy waffle café. At Villa Skeppet, you can design your own dream house. In co-operation with @proartibus @raseborgsmuseum and @chappe
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As you step into Villa Skeppet, you’re immediately embraced by a warm and welcoming atmosphere 🤎
The brown tiled floor create a grounded, earthy base, while the whitewashed brick walls reflect a soft light and timeless character. Wooden details tie everything together, adding a natural warmth that brings the space to life.
This is a place where you feel at home. ✨
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Throwback Thursday ⚓
A glimpse back to 1949, when the sailing yacht Daphne was launched in Lavagna, Italy—captured in a photograph by Göran Schildt himself.
For Göran Schildt Daphne was more than a vessel: she was a home, a creative sanctuary, and a gateway to the Mediterranean and beyond. Through Schildt’s voyages, she carries stories of discovery, writing, and encounters with new cultures.
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Over the past two weeks, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming school groups from all over Raseborg to Villa Skeppet. As part of the city’s plan for cultural education, all seventh-grade students in Raseborg take part in these visits.
During their visit, they explored the house through a guided tour and took part in a sketching task, capturing a detail or view they loved and sketching it on a sheet of paper.
Thank you to all the students for your creativity and perspectives! Here are some of the sketches you left us ❤️
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Today we celebrate the birthday of Finnish-Swedish author Göran Schildt (1917-2009) 📚⛵
Known for his thoughtful essays, biographies of architect Alvar Aalto, and his sailing books from journeys across the Mediterranean, Schildt combined culture, philosophy, and adventure in a unique way.
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✨ Guided Tours at Villa Skeppet ✨
Join us for a guided tour of Villa Skeppet every Saturday in March! Discover the story, architecture, and unique atmosphere of this special place together with our guide.
🎟 Book your tour through our website.
You can also now book our summer tours, and there are still plenty of available time slots — so make sure to secure your spot while availability is good!
We look forward to welcoming you to Villa Skeppet. 🌿
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