Sundbyberg – Nature, Trails and Culture

When looking for a hotel in Sundbyberg, you can make nature, outdoor activities and culture different focal points of your stay. Topics include nature reserves and trails, as well as park design, contemporary art, architecture and literature. You can plan your trip around whether you would like to spend more time outdoors, follow a set running and walking route, or focus on cultural interests. There is also an activity trail for children in the Ursviks motionsområde.

Nature Reserves and Landscape

Igelbäckens nature reserve was established in 2004 to protect Igelbäcken and preserve the surrounding landscape for recreation and nature experiences. The area includes an accessible circular route intended to make it available to more people.

Lötsjön-Golfängarna nature reserve covers 28 hectares. Woodland, open lawns and a bird lake shape the park landscape; there is also a playground, a paddling pool and a ball court. The nature areas therefore have different emphases: Igelbäcken focuses on protecting the watercourse and providing opportunities for recreation, while Lötsjön-Golfängarna nature reserve combines landscaped areas and recreational facilities.

Trails and Outdoor Activities

Several walking and cycling trails cross Lötsjön-Golfängarna nature reserve. Hälsans stig is a five-kilometre running and walking route around Lötsjön that continues to Råstasjön in Solna. The five-kilometre distance gives you a concrete guide when planning a walk or run.

Park History, Art and Architecture

Landscape architect Sven Hermelin worked on Marabouparken for 18 years, from 1937 to 1955. In 2008, the park received the “Sveriges vackraste park” (Sweden’s Most Beautiful Park) award. Marabouparken Konsthall presents exhibitions by Swedish and international artists, with a focus on contemporary artistic practices. Park history and contemporary art thus offer distinct cultural themes.

The Duvbo area, with its houses, parks and streets, has been designated a national interest for cultural environment conservation since 1987. It features larger villas from the early 20th century as well as smaller houses from the mid-20th century. The different construction periods provide a concrete point of reference if you are interested in the area's architecture.

Sundbyberg has 16 literary signs, known as “Litterära skyltar”. Each sign represents an author with a connection to Sundbyberg and includes quotations describing the city in literature. For travellers interested in cultural depictions of a place, the quotations offer a literary perspective on Sundbyberg.

Practical Information

There is a car park near Ursviks motionsområde. You can park there for four hours using a parking disc.

The first section of Kvarnkullen is complete, and the area is open to visitors. Check the conditions before your visit.

For the main travel overview: Sundbyberg.