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Örebro Castle

Örebro

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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.

Useful Information

  • Address: Kansligatan 1, Örebro
  • Email: info@orebroslott.se
  • Phone: +46 19 21 44 99
  • More Info: orebroslott.se/en
  • Address: During summer and holidays the castle is open daily, otherwise only on Saturday and Sunday
  • More Info: The castle can be visited with guided tours only
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Do & See

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

Örebro Castle Copyright: Mikhail Markovskiy/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Lillån Path Copyright: Konstantin Yolshin/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Wadköping Copyright: Sergey Dzyuba/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Örebro Art Gallery Copyright: Sebastian F/public domain /Wikimedia
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 …
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Gustavsvik Water Park Copyright: Alena Ozerova/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Stadsparken Copyright: Tawatchaiwanasri/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Stortorget Copyright: Mikhail Markovskiy/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Karlslund Manor & Garden Copyright: Sebastian F/public domain/Wikimedia
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 …
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Lake Hjälmaren & Vinön Island Copyright: BigganVi/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Stora Holmen Copyright: Romrodphoto/Shutterstock.com
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 …
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Örebro County Museum Copyright: by Karl Axel Pehrson
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 …
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