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Why go
- Skinnarviksberget, with views of Gamla stan and Kungsholmen.
- The allotments climbing the slopes of Eriksdal.
Don't miss
- Fotografiska StockholmFotografiska is one of Södermalm’s sights.Södermalm
- KatarinahissenThe current lift is the third on this site.Slussen
- Mäster Mikaels gata and ÅsögatanHistoric wooden houses from the 18th century survive along these streets.Södermalm
- MedborgarplatsenThe district’s public centre has restaurants, cinemas and Söderhallarna.Medborgarplatsen
- MünchenbryggerietThe building now houses an exhibition and conference centre.Söder Mälarstrand
Interesting facts6
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The island was formerly called Åsön.
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Much of the Millennium Trilogy takes place in Södermalm.
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Greta Garbo grew up in the area.
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Götgatan divides Södermalm into eastern and western parts.
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35 metres
Cliffs along the northern shore rise 25–35 metres above sea level.
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84 metres
Skrapan is Södermalm’s tallest building, at 84 metres and 26 floors.
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History
- 1288Södermalm’s name appeared in a letter from Bishop Anund of Strängnäs.
- Mid-17th c.The first urban areas were planned and built.
- 18th c.Large buildings replaced working-class cottages on the cliffs of Mariaberget.
- Late 19th c.Industrialisation brought rapid growth, and Södermalm became mainly a working-class residential area.
- 1930sThe construction of Hammarbykanalen made Södermalm an island again.
Sources: Södermalm - Wikipedia · Södermalm - Wikipedia · Södermalm - Wikipedia · checked 29 Oct 2026
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Questions and answers
How do I get to Södermalm by metro?
Take the Red or Green line to Slussen. The Red line also serves Hornstull and Mariatorget, while the Green line serves Medborgarplatsen and Skanstull.
Can I get to Södermalm by commuter train?
Yes. Stockholm Södra station is served by commuter rail.
How do I get to Södermalm from Gamla stan?
Slussen connects Södermalm with Gamla stan to the north.
What can I see in Södermalm?
Södermalm has Fotografiska Stockholm, Katarinahissen and historic wooden houses. Skinnarviksberget has views of Gamla stan and Kungsholmen.
Where can I find cafés and shops in Södermalm?
Södermalm has cafés, bookshops and second-hand stores. Medborgarplatsen has restaurants, cinemas and Söderhallarna.
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