In this blog post we make our way to Sigtuna, a small picturesque town northwest of Stockholm. Sigtuna is one of the oldest towns in Sweden and is worth a visit at any time of year.
Stora gatan (big street) forms the town’s main axis. This central alleyway runs though the old town and is lined by typical, pretty Swedish houses, with side streets branching off here and there. Stora gatan also leads past Stora torget, the big square, where Sweden’s smallest town hall is located:
Sigtuna sits on the shores of the Mälaren, a widely-branching lake which stretches far inland. After checking out the old town, you can take a stroll on the promenade. And if you feel like stretching your legs even more, you could continue up to Sjudargårdsbad , a beach about 2km from the old town.
But if you’re tired of walking, just close out your trip to Sigtuna with a stop off at Tant Bruns Kaffestuga, a quaint little café at Laurentti gränd 3.
How to get there:
The journey from Central Stockholm to Sigtuna takes about an hour. First take the Pendeltåg (commuter train) to Märsta. Shortly after your arrival a bus will depart for Sigtuna. Get off at Sigtuna bus station. From the train station you can head straight for the old town.
You can look up the public transport connection options for the journey at sl.se.