Örebro

Örebro is a city in central Sweden and the seat of Örebro Municipality in Örebro County. It lies on the Svartån river near the shores of Lake Hjälmaren, about 200 kilometers west of Stockholm. The city has around 150,000 residents in the municipality (as of recent years) and serves as a regional administrative and service center.

Historically, Örebro grew up around a strategic crossing and later developed around Örebro Castle, a medieval fortress dating back to the 13th century. The old town area includes Wadköping, an open-air museum with preserved wooden houses from the 17th and 18th centuries. The cityscape also comprises churches and civic buildings that reflect its long-standing role as a regional hub.

Örebro is a center for education and public administration in the region. Örebro University, established in 1999, offers a range of programs across the sciences, humanities, and health-related fields. The city is well connected by rail on the Stockholm–Gothenburg corridor and by the E18 highway, making it an important transport junction in central Sweden.

The economy is dominated by public services, education, retail, and light industry, with tourism contributing through historic sites, cultural venues, and recreational facilities. Notable attractions include Örebro Castle, Wadköping, the Gustavsvik water park complex, and Conventum, a major conference and cultural venue. The city also features parks, waterfront promenades, and cultural institutions that host events throughout the year.