Linköping

Linköping, Sweden

Discover Linköping - located on the stunning Östgöta Plains in the province of Östergötland. Are you itching to dive into the heat of city life, or is a relaxing country jaunt more to your taste? You don’t have to choose – all the culture and entertainment of Linköping is just minutes away from our amazing countryside of plains, lakes and canals. Go on a boat ride, wander the Östgöta Trail, go to the theater or have a bite to eat at one of the city’s many restaurants.

Population:

160 000

Currency:

Swedish SEK/crowns

Emergency Numbers:

112

Opening Hours:

Visit Linköping & Co:s opening hours weekdays: 8 a.m - 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays: closed. NB. There may be exceptions for eves/bank holidays.

Newspapers:

Östgöta Correspondenten, www.corren.se
Linköpings Posten, www.linkopingsposten.se
Linköpings News, www.linkopingnews.se

The City

Experience Linköping!

Don’t miss the idyllic Old Linköping, with its artisan shops and museums. Travel in time and experience life in a small Swedish city a hundred or more years ago.

And don’t miss the canal locks in the picturesque Berg, where the Göta Canal flows into Lake Roxen. Did you know that Linköping has the the largest number of canal locks in Sweden? Boating, walking or bicycling along the Göta Canal and Kinda Canal is an experience you won’t soon forget.

The garden society, Trädgårdsföreningen, and the peaceful walking paths along the Stångån River/Kinda Canal are the green oases of the city. But Linköping is also surrounded by beautiful country, like the fantastic Oak Woodland—Northern Europe’s biggest continuous stretch of oak forest, just a few kilometers from downtown Linköping.

The air force museum, Flygvapenmuseum, features a salvaged DC3 that was shot down over the Baltic in 1952 during the Cold War.

In the downtown area you find perfect shopping with elegant art galleries, design shops and a mix of popular chains and cozy cafés.

Linköping is located close to the capital of Sweden - Stockholm. Traveling between Stockholm and Linköping only takes a few hours regardless if you go by train or by car.

Welcome to Linköping, and enjoy the genuin Swedish experience!

Top 5

Every city has something unique and Linköping is no exception! Linköping is home to the heart of Göta Kanal - Berg Locks, historical experiences and a vibrant nightlife. Regardless how long your visit in Linköping is, there are a few pearls you just can't miss.

Get inspired by the top 5 must see attractions under your visit!

Top 5 Kids & Family

Outside, inside, culture, play or knowledge. In Linköping there are a lot of things to discover. Let yourself be inspired by Linköping's top 5 seasonal toned activities for families.

Top 5 Nature Spots

Open landscapes with beautiful plains or sparkling water in a deep forest? What do you prefer? In Linköping you don't have to choose! The distance is never a problem because everything is close. The nature in Linköping is very varied and below we have listed the top 5 nature pearls you just can't miss!