Djursholms stad, Urban municipality in Stockholm County, Sweden
Description
Djursholms stad is a residential municipality along the shores of Edsviken, with large villas and manicured gardens spread throughout winding streets. The area covers substantial ground as a planned residential community with consistent architectural character.
History
The area separated from Danderyd in 1901 and became an independent municipality with city status in 1914. It maintained this status until merging back into the broader municipal structure in 1971.
Culture
The municipality draws academics, artists, and professionals whose presence shapes daily life and local character. Their creative pursuits and intellectual interests leave a mark on how the community functions.
Practical
Public transportation regularly connects the area to central Stockholm, making travel straightforward for residents and visitors. The layout is best explored by using local transit or on foot through the quieter residential streets.
Did you know?
Germania Beach sits where Strandvägen and Germaniavägen meet, offering sandy waterfront access to local swimmers. Few visitors know about this bathing spot even though it serves the community throughout summer months.
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Djursholm Castle
452 m
Villa Pauli
535 m
Villa Delin
557 m
Mittag-Leffler Institute
226 m
Villa Snellman
860 m
Villa Wehtje
463 m
Villa Ugglebo, Djursholm
313 m
Villa Lagerkrantz
1.6 km
Villa Tallbacken
410 m
Villa Grimberg
615 m
Villa Mittag-Leffler
181 m
Villa Solgårda
712 m
Villa Ranängen
1.8 km
Djursholms vattentorn
433 m
Villa Delling
552 m
Eir 10
386 m
Prinsvillan, Djursholm
272 m
Villa Ström
1.7 km
Laurinska villan
929 m
Villa Lorride
604 m
Villa Nyhem
1.5 km
Villa Enblom
98 m
Altorps gravkapell
1.3 km
Djursholms slotts väderkvarn
433 m
Sticklingebadet
1.6 km
Aludden lighthouse
648 m
Lilla Bergholmen
925 m
Djursholmsudde lighthouse
863 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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