Norrköpings kommun Essentials

Explore the industrial heart of Sweden in Norrköping, where the Motala ström river powers historic textile mills like the iconic Strykjärnet, now housing the Museum of Work. The city’s architectural landscape features the Baroque-style Sankt Olai church and the 17th-century Hedvigs kyrka. Beyond the urban center, the 17th-century Löfstad Palace offers a glimpse into noble life, while the ruins of Johannisborg fortification date back to the early 1600s. Cultural landmarks include the Norrköping Museum of Art and the diverse species at Kolmården Tropicarium.

The Museum of Work

The Museum of Work is a museum located in Norrköping, Sweden. The museum is located in the Strykjärn, a former weaving mill in the old…

Löfstad Palace

The noble house is preserved intact as it was lived in during the early 20th century, including artworks as well as things of everyday use.

Rådhuset

Located at Tyska torget, this National Romantic style building was designed by Isak Gustaf Clason and completed in 1910. It features a 68-meter-high tower equipped with a 48-bell carillon.

Sankt Olai kyrka

A Baroque-style church built between 1765 and 1767 according to designs by Carl Johan Cronstedt. It stands on the site of a medieval predecessor and is located near the city's historic bell tower.

Johannisborg

Johannisborg is the ruin of a fortification located in Norrköping Municipality, Östergötland County, Sweden.

Norrköpings konstmuseum

This museum houses one of Sweden's premier collections of Swedish modernism and contemporary art. The exterior features an extensive sculpture park with works by prominent Nordic artists.

Kolmårdens Tropicarium

Located adjacent to Kolmården Wildlife Park, this indoor facility features one of Sweden’s largest shark tanks, along with crocodiles, monkeys, and various tropical reptiles and fish.

Hedvigs kyrka

Also known as the German Church, this building was inaugurated in 1673 to serve the city's German-speaking community. It was rebuilt in the early 18th century after being damaged during the Russian Pillage of 1719.

Folkparken

A large public park located on Dragsgärdet along the Motala ström river. It features open green spaces, walking paths, a playground, and facilities for mini-golf.