Högbo bruk, Working life museum in Sandviken Municipality, Sweden.
Högbo bruk is a former ironworks with numerous historic buildings spread across the grounds. On display are old tools, machines, and equipment in exhibits that show the craftsmanship and production methods of the past.
The works were founded in the 17th century and were long a major center of iron production in Sweden. Over time it was transformed into a museum to preserve the industrial heritage.
The site shows how workers lived and labored here, with houses and workshops reflecting their daily routines. These spaces tell of the relationships between mill owners and workers in a tightly structured world.
Visitors can explore the site on their own or join guided tours offered in various languages. Outdoor walking paths wind through the grounds, and there is a shop selling handcrafted items on-site.
Visitors here can watch historical machines operating and hear the sounds and movements of factory work in action. This creates a direct sense of how loud and present industrial production was in workers' daily lives.
Location: Sandviken Municipality
GPS coordinates: 60.67070,16.81107
Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:03
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