Prästgatan, Pedestrian street in Gamla stan, Stockholm, Sweden
Prästgatan is a car-free street lined with medieval architecture that runs through the heart of Stockholm's Old Town. The route spans between Storkyrkobrinken and Österlånggatan, bordered by restored historic buildings that create a narrow passage typical of the district.
During the 16th century the street housed residences for chaplains and a bell-ringer, giving it the name Prästgatan or Priest Street. This reflected the central role of religious officials in managing medieval Stockholm.
The street takes its name from the chaplain houses that once defined the spiritual life of the medieval town. Today the narrow facades and historic buildings along the way reflect this religious heritage in their everyday character.
Since the street is car-free you can walk at your own pace and browse the shops and cafes without traffic concerns. The historic cobblestone surface can be slippery when wet, so wear shoes with good grip.
At the Kåkbrinken intersection stands a runestone dating to the 11th century with an inscription dedicated by parents Torsten and Frögunn to their son. This is one of the few places in Stockholm where you can see medieval runes still in their original location.
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