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Örebro The guide was updated: 2023-12-04

Örebro is an attractive city boasting well-preserved historic areas along the river Svartån. While the grand Vasa Castle gathers the majority of the attention for its historical significance, Örebro offers a dynamic mix of old-world charm and modern vibrancy. The city's architectural diversity, coupled with an array of entertainment venues, shops, and cafés, creates a lively urban atmosphere. Within a short distance from the city, natural wonders such as Lake Hjälmaren and Kilsbergen, “The Blue Mountains,” provide great outdoor experiences.

Facts

Population:	132,277(2023)
Currency:	Swedish crowns (SEK)
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	112
Newspapers:	Nerikes Allehanda: www.na.se The Local (in English): www.thelocal.se
Website:	www.visitorebro.se/english
Tourist information:	There are many Info Points around the city. The main one is located in the Örebro Castle. Address: Örebro Slott Kansligatan 1 (Southwestern tower) +46 019 21 56 71

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Örebro is a city full of culture and entertainment, with many family-friendly activities, historical sites, and opportunities for exciting daily excursions.

Örebro Castle

Örebro Castle

In the heart of the city stands the stately Örebro castle, the gathering point in the city for more than 700 years. Once a simple castle for defence and prison, it was rebuilt as a royal castle during the Vasa era. Today, the castle is an open tourist attraction, with tours, exhibitions, a restaurant and a café, as well as the Örebro Läns Museum.

Lillån Path

Lillån Path

In the northern part of the city winds Lilla Å-promenaden offering a place to stroll and ride your bicycle. It is approximately four kilometres long and takes you out to the nature reserve Oset-Rynningeviken. Nine sculptures are scattered along the way, as well as an art studio and a permanent illumination display.

Wadköping

Wadköping

Wadköping is an open-air museum resembling the overall appearance of Örebro in the past. In the small wooden buildings from the 16th to 19th centuries, there are crafts shops, exhibitions, antiques, and bakeries. Remarkable buildings include Cajsa Warg’s house and Kungstugan from the 16th and 17th centuries and writer Hjalmar Bergman's house.

Örebro Art Gallery

Örebro Art Gallery

Örebro Konsthall displays contemporary art by Swedish and international artists through permanent and temporary exhibitions. More than 200 artworks are located outside the gallery and scattered around the city, an initiative culminating in the biennial Örebro Open Art Festival.

Gustavsvik Water Park

Gustavsvik Water Park

Gustavsvik is a major recreational facility, featuring Northern Europe's largest water park. It offers a plethora of aquatic delights, including Europe's longest wild waterfall, water slopes, and aquarium lagoons. The pool area caters to the youngest visitors, while additional amenities encompass solariums, a well-equipped gym, and an outdoor pool complex. For those seeking diverse activities, Gustavsvik provides a fishing pond stocked with trout, a soccer field, and a beach volleyball area.

Stadsparken

Stadsparken

In 2005, Stadsparken was ranked the fifth finest park in Europe, while the year before the park was voted the most beautiful park in Sweden. Experience the wonderful flowers and unwind in the restaurant or café at the Stadrädsgård. In the park, you'll also find Örebro's largest playground.

Stortorget

Stortorget

Stortorget stands as a cornerstone of Örebro's historical significance, housing some of the city's key landmarks. Here, you’ll find the imposing St Nicolai Church, the city's main church since the Middle Ages along with the neo-Gothic town hall, complete with a glockenspiel. In the winter months, Stortorget transforms into a festive hub, hosting Sweden's largest advent calendar, creating a charming and festive atmosphere in the heart of Örebro.

Karlslund Manor & Garden

Karlslund Manor & Garden

The cultural reserve of Karlslund is a scenic area with a long history and is only five kilometres from Örebro's city centre. In this idyll, you'll find beautiful nature, cultural and industrial history, artisans' shops, a garden for children and an old mill hosting an exciting technological museum filled with experiences for the whole family.

Lake Hjälmaren & Vinön Island

Lake Hjälmaren & Vinön Island

The best way to enjoy the peaceful Lake Hjälmaren is by boat: come along on one of the cruises which leave from the Örebro harbour. The idyllic Vinön is Hjälmaren’s largest island and a popular destination among the inhabitants of Örebro and tourists. Trafikverket’s free ferry will take you there.

Stora Holmen

Stora Holmen

Stora Holmen in Örebro is an island just for kids. Rent a pedal car and drive around in the miniature town. Run about in the play area or pet the animals. The miniature train leaving from Trollebo Central will take you around the whole island. You can reach the island via bridges, but it’s more fun to take the Victoria ferry from Stadsparken in the summer.

Örebro County Museum

Örebro County Museum

Örebro Läns Museum (county museum) is a cultural gem, showcasing art and the rich history of the region. Despite its modest size, the museum boasts both permanent and rotating exhibitions, offering insights into the area's artistic and cultural evolution. Beyond exhibits, the museum serves as a lively hub for all ages, hosting workshops, children's activities, and engaging lectures.

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