Örebro Municipality

The population of 160,000 residents makes Örebro Municipality the seventh largest in Sweden, with people from 165 different nationalities living together.

The municipality developed around a 13th-century castle, which now stands as a central landmark and museum in the heart of the region.

The Swedish Chamber Orchestra performs at the Concert Hall, while numerous galleries and museums showcase regional art and historical collections.

The municipality maintains 43 public schools, 13 independent institutions, and a university that draws students from across Sweden and other countries.

Örebro Municipality earned the title of Town of Cycling in Sweden through its network of bicycle lanes and low-cost municipal bike rental system.

Location: Örebro County

Inception: January 1, 1971

Capital city: Örebro

Part of: Närke, Örebro domkrets

Shares border with: Arboga Municipality, Lindesberg Municipality, Nora Municipality, Karlskoga Municipality, Lekeberg Municipality, Kumla Municipality, Hallsberg Municipality, Finspång Municipality, Vingåker Municipality

Phone: +4619211000

Email: kommun@orebro.se

Website: http://orebro.se

GPS coordinates: 59.27389,15.21333

Latest update: May 26, 2025 20:58