Uppland

Uppland extends across forests, meadows, and archipelagos along the Baltic Sea coast, featuring flat terrain below 60 meters in elevation north of Stockholm.

The region contains 1,196 runestone inscriptions from the Viking era, representing the highest concentration of these ancient Nordic artifacts in the world.

Uppsala, the principal city of Uppland, houses Sweden's oldest university from the 15th century and serves as the seat of the Lutheran Church archbishop.

The fertile plains support grain and potato cultivation, while northern areas focus on ironworking and sawmilling industries utilizing local natural resources.

The province includes Fiby Urskog, an old growth forest near Uppsala, and eight walking paths established by botanist Carl Linnaeus in the 18th century.

Location: Svealand

Location: Stockholm County

Location: Uppsala County

Location: Västmanland County

Part of: Sweden

GPS coordinates: 60.00000,18.00000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:24