A Small Eco-Guide to Stockholm
Here are som eco-places well worth visiting:
Stockholm City
Stockholm city is not the most picturesque part of Stockholm. In the 1970s, the former bohemian Klara districts were demolished and replaced by a modernistic architecture which is still dominating the Stockholm city center. Unfortunately, this architecture promotes heavy car traffic. However, the central square, Sergels torg, has become an important place for demonstrations of different kinds. The “House of Culture”, Kulturhuset, has also become a meeting place with exhibitions, theatres and restaurants. Some years ago it was decided that Kulturhuset should have an eco-profile, why the food today to a great extent is organic and there are solar cells on the roof.
Eco Tours Stockholm recommends: Ekoteket
Old Town
The Old Town of Stockholm is very picturesque with vending alleys and old buildings. During summertime it is occupied by tourists. There is, however, another Old Town behind the main street for visitors interested in ecology and culture. At Österlånggatan, Lilla Nygatan and Stora Nygatan you can find a lot of nice stores with organic products and handicraft. The small alleys in the middle of the island also hide nice small squares and hidden gardens.
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Kungsholmen
Kungsholmen means the ”King’s island” in Swedish. The City Hall is situated here, a beautiful building well worth a visit. Another tip is to take the nice walk along the coasts of Kungsholmen and watch the beautiful scenery.
Eco Tours Stockholm recommends: Bulleboden
Vasastaden
This part of Stockholm with its broad streets and stone buildings from the 19th and 20th century is perfect for nice strolls. At the upper part of Drottninggatan there is a nice area with small stores and cafés.
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Djurgården
Djurgården is part of the Eco Park, the great national park surrounding Stockholm. At Djurgården you will find beautiful scenery as well as cultural experiences such as the outdoor museum Skansen.
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Södermalm
Södermalm is a large island with a lot of different areas. Parts of it are considered as bohemian, as for instance the Nytorget area. The population of Södermalm votes for the Green Party to a great extent and they tend to buy a lot of organic food. At Södermalm you can find a lot of vintage shops.
Eco Tours Stockholm recommends: Goodstore
Southwestern suburbs of Stockholm
The southern parts of Stockholm are very interesting for an eco-tourist. In this area you will find the eco-district Hammarby Sjöstad as well as the eco-village Understenshöjden. You will also find the large nature reserve Nackareservatet with beautiful small lakes and deep forests.
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Northwestern suburbs of Stockholm
The Northern suburbs include great parts of the Eco Park such as Hagaparken and Fiskartorpet. Here is also a new eco-district, Stockholm Royal Seaport developing.
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