Uppsala Municipality

Uppsala Municipality is an administrative region in Uppland that stretches northeast of Stockholm and includes urban and rural areas. The territory consists of various districts with different characters that together form this larger administrative entity.

The region underwent major reorganization in the late 1960s, merging about thirty smaller municipalities into a single administrative unit. This consolidation created the current structure that has continued to adapt to changing needs.

The local libraries serve as gathering places where residents of different backgrounds find materials in their own languages and join community events. These spaces reflect how people from across the region come together and share in everyday life.

The area is best explored by public transportation, which connects the various districts and makes navigation straightforward. Visitors should keep in mind that services are spread across multiple locations and plan accordingly depending on which areas they want to visit.

The region offers specialized integration programs, including language courses for people who are new to Sweden and want to learn the local language. This initiative shows how the area actively helps newcomers settle in and participate in the community.

Location: Uppsala County

Inception: January 1, 1971

Capital city: Uppsala

Elevation above the sea: 15 m

Part of: Uppland, partido xudicial de Uppsala

Shares border with: Östhammar Municipality, Tierp Municipality, Heby Municipality, Enköping Municipality, Håbo Municipality, Knivsta Municipality, Norrtälje Municipality

Phone: +46187270000

Email: uppsala.kommun@uppsala.se

Website: http://uppsala.se

GPS coordinates: 59.86667,17.63333

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05