Cultural Routes Around Örebro

There are several cultural trails around Örebro, some of which have been revitalized thanks to illustrated informational materials and digital guides that tell their stories. These trails aren’t for those in a hurry—but they’re perfect for anyone who wants to discover historical sights!

Kungsvägen between Örebro and Arboga

As early as the Middle Ages, Kungsvägen was the main road between Arboga and Örebro. The name comes from the fact that the king used the road during his “Eriksgata” journey through Närke and Västmanland. The road is said to have been dangerous due to the robbers who are said to have lurked in the forests. Today, parts of the forest are nature reserves and thus much more peaceful. Kungsvägen is now a modern highway, but the journey passes by runestones, milestones, inns, and even an execution site.

The Ramstigen Trail between Örebro and Arboga

Ramstigen is believed to have served as a shortcut between the trading towns of Örebro and Arboga, but it was also a more difficult-to-navigate riding and hiking trail that connected villages and farms. The path is narrow, graveled, and lined with long stone walls. Ramstigen is also great to explore by bike ( about 17 kilometers). Download the Kultur Lindesberg app to learn more about both Ramstigen and Kungsvägen:

• Google Play
• App Store

The Cultural Trail between Stripa and Stjärnfors

The cultural trail between Stripa in the south and Stjärnfors in the north is about 17 kilometers long. The trail, which is nearly 400 years old, was built when Ljusnarsberg became its own parish in the 1620s. At that time, a road was needed that could be used by both travelers and for local transportation.

The place names along the route—Stripa Mine, Guldsmedshyttan, Danshyttan, Hammarbacken, and Gränshyttan—show just how significant iron production has been in this area. If you stop along the way, you’ll also be able to see traces of mining in the form of mines, slag heaps, and remnants of an old railroad. Read more in the brochure about the cultural trail between Stripa and Stjärnfors (opens as a PDF file).

Cultural Trail in Pershyttan

Pershyttan is located just outside Nora and is one of Sweden’s best-preserved mining villages. The area is a cultural reserve that is open year-round. Here, you can learn about what life was like when the smelter and mines were in operation. There is also a 6-kilometer nature and culture trail that tells the story of the village’s fascinating history.