Södertälje Municipality, Administrative division in Stockholm County, Sweden
Södertälje Municipality is an administrative area in Stockholm County with a total area of about 700 square kilometers, divided between land and water. The territory includes several towns and natural areas that form a mix of urban and rural landscapes.
The municipality was created in the 1960s and 1970s when several neighboring areas were merged into one administrative unit. This consolidation established the structure that exists today.
The municipality attracts residents from many backgrounds, particularly from Finland and the Middle East, who have shaped local daily life. You can experience this diversity in restaurants, shops, and how communities interact throughout the area.
The area is known for major manufacturing facilities that provide employment for many residents in the region. Visitors will encounter a mix of industrial zones and residential neighborhoods scattered throughout the municipality.
A canal runs through the area connecting the Baltic Sea with a large inland lake, creating an important shipping route. This water connection has shaped trade and development in the region for centuries.
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