Essingeleden, Major transport artery in Stockholm, Sweden
Essingeleden is a major motorway running through western Stockholm that crosses three bridges and passes through one tunnel. The route forms part of European highways E4 and E20, linking multiple districts together.
The motorway opened in August 1966 with temporary lanes and expanded after Sweden switched to right-hand traffic in 1967. It became one of the country's first high-capacity routes serving modern transport needs.
The route connects several Stockholm districts and has become a routine part of daily commutes for residents. It shapes the landscape of western Stockholm and demonstrates how modern infrastructure links different neighborhoods together.
Heavy traffic occurs during peak hours, so traveling outside rush times offers a smoother journey. Check current traffic conditions before planning your trip through this busy corridor.
A parallel route called Förbifart Stockholm began construction in 2014 to reduce pressure on this motorway through extensive tunnel networks. This major project was designed to divert through-traffic away from the original corridor.
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