Sundsvalls

Sundsvalls municipality, commonly referred to as Sundsvalls kommun, is a municipality in Västernorrland County, Sweden. The municipal seat is the city of Sundsvall. The municipality covers both urban areas and rural countryside in eastern Medelpad, extending along the coast to the Gulf of Bothnia.

Geography and population context: The municipality lies on Sweden’s eastern coast by the Gulf of Bothnia. The river Selångersån runs through Sundsvall, shaping the city’s layout and green spaces. In addition to the city of Sundsvall, the municipality includes several smaller localities and rural communities.

Economy and infrastructure: Historically tied to timber, pulp, and other forest industries, the area has evolved into a diversified economy that includes services, public administration, manufacturing, and logistics. The local port supports regional trade, and the area is connected by road and rail networks. Regional air service is available via the nearby Sundsvall-Timrå Airport.

Education and culture: The municipality hosts parts of Mittuniversitetet, with a campus in Sundsvall, and offers cultural institutions such as museums, theaters, and galleries that reflect both urban life and regional heritage.

Notable features: The city center blends historic 19th- and early 20th-century architecture with newer districts, while surrounding areas offer coastal, forested, and rural landscapes. Sundsvalls kommun participates in regional cooperation within Västernorrland County and northern Sweden.