Things to see and do Örebro

A large church that dominates the square and in which free lunch concerts are given in winter. Originally it was called Örebro kyrka because it was the only religious building in the city belonging to the Swedish Church. Construction began in the late ^13th century and was completed in the ^mid-14th century. For the record, it was here that the decision was made to make the French Empire Marshal Jean-Baptiste Bernadotte the Prince of the Kingdom, in 1810.

Karlslund Manor is nestled in a lush landscape. It is now run by the Jander family, after three generations of ownership. The manor dates from the early ^19th century and was built in the Empire style. A natural paradise with frog ponds, fields and meadows right on the edge of town. What makes the place unique is that everything is very well preserved. The walk around the mansion offers a cultural and historical experience.

Walking around the lake is a delight, especially for birdwatchers. In the spring, when the vegetation comes back to life, the site is incredibly beautiful: forests of rushes, large expanses of grass where herds of cows and sheep graze. Colonies of swans, grey herons, wild ducks, marsh snipes, starlings and lapwings. It is useful to get the brochure that shows the paths to Naturens Hus.

The most beautiful view of the city. From the top of the 54 m of this water castle, striated white and sky blue, you dominate the whole region from mountains to lake. And of course we discover the castle and the city centre from a very different angle. It's essential if you go to the corner. A café at the top of the water castle offers for 95 Sek a dish, a drink, a salad and a coffee and offers an exceptional view.

Örebro Castle was originally a lookout tower in the 13th century and a manor house in the 15th century, but it was not until the end of the 19th century that it took on its final form. The building, with its four rounded towers, is built on Svartån, the black river. Today the building is occupied by the local governor, but the north-east tower can be visited, where there is an informative permanent exhibition, free of charge. It is accessed by walking along the walls on the right after the small bridge. The rest of the building is only open to guided tours for groups.

The Örebro County Museum is a meeting place for all ages. Exhibitions are held in the castle, but the museum also organizes cultural events throughout Örebro County. The museum also offers guided tours for children, workshops, lectures and much more. The museum has extensive collections of photographs and art objects that can be seen at the exhibitions, but also on their website.