Uppsala Nature & Parks

Uppsala’s natural landscape features a mix of historic academic gardens and expansive wild areas. This selection includes the 18th-century Botanical Garden and the central Stadsträdgården park alongside the Hågadalen-Nåstens nature reserve. Beyond the city, the list highlights significant water bodies like the shallow Tämnaren lake and the wetlands of Dytaget, providing habitats for local birdlife and varied terrain for hiking through the Uppland countryside.

Botanical Garden

The Botanical Garden of Uppsala University, near Uppsala Castle, is the principal botanical garden belonging to Uppsala University.

Stadsträdgården

Uppsala's central city park, established in the late 19th century. It borders the Fyris River and features large lawns, a stage, and proximity to the historic Flustret pavilion.

Observatorieparken

A park in the Luthagen district surrounding Uppsala University's Old Observatory. It serves as a central green space for the university community and local residents.

The Pulpit

A prominent rock formation within the Hågadalen-Nåstens nature reserve. The surrounding area contains a Bronze Age burial mound known as King Björn's Mound and several hiking trails.

Tämnaren

A large, shallow plains lake situated across Heby, Tierp, and Uppsala municipalities. It is a significant site for birdwatching due to its extensive reed beds.

Vällen

A lake located on the border between Uppsala and Östhammar municipalities, surrounded by forested terrain and part of the Skeboån drainage basin.

Fibysjön

A lake in Uppsala municipality situated within the Fiby urskog nature reserve, an area known for its old-growth forest and biodiversity.

Siggeforasjön

A lake in Uppsala municipality featuring a recreational area with a sandy beach and seasonal camping facilities.

Trehörningen

A lake located in the Marielund area of Uppsala municipality, frequently used for local swimming and boating.

Lötsjön

A lake situated south of Länna in Uppsala municipality, forming part of the Norrström drainage basin.

Sätrasjön

A swamp and wetland area located southwest of Uppsala city center.

Dytaget

A protected wetland area south of Uppsala, characterized by its marshy landscape and local biodiversity.