Närke, Historical province in south-central Sweden
Närke spans across 4,126 square kilometers of land, featuring central plains bordered by Kils Hills and extensive woodlands in the south region.
The region received its name around 1165, derived from the term 'när' meaning narrow, referencing a specific geographical ridge in the territory.
The province displays a coat of arms from 1560 with crossbow bolts, representing the traditional weapons used by local farmers during medieval times.
The area contains multiple municipalities including Örebro, Kumla, Askersund, Hallsberg, Laxå, and Lekeberg, with a population density of 54 inhabitants per square kilometer.
Two major Swedish lakes, Vättern and Hjälmaren, partially extend into Närke's boundaries, creating distinctive water features in the landscape.
Location: Örebro County
Location: Västmanland County
Part of: Sweden
GPS coordinates: 59.24300,15.27100
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:44
Kumla Prison
16 km
Örebro Castle
4.7 km
Örebro Municipality
4.8 km
Svampen
5.6 km
Stjernsund Castle
47.6 km
Tiveden national park
69.7 km
Svartån
3.9 km
Boo Castle
38.1 km
Askersund Municipality
46.5 km
Arboga Municipality
35.6 km
Laxå Municipality
54.8 km
Gustavsvik
4.9 km
Wadköping
4 km
Villingsberg's shooting range
32.7 km
Göksholm
16.3 km
Finspång Castle
65.9 km
Stora Valla
47.1 km
Riseberga Abbey
23.7 km
Hålahults sanatorium
23.5 km
Karlslunds herrgård
7.5 km
Dylta bruk
16 km
Sveafallen
47.9 km
Krämaren
4.5 km
Viken
85.2 km
Björkborn Manor
43.3 km
Svartå herrgård
44 km
Bergööska huset
21.5 km
Medborgarhuset, Örebro
4.6 kmReviews
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