Täby Municipality

Täby is a municipality near Stockholm with a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and waterways spread across its territory. The area contains several distinct neighborhoods and maintains strong connections to the surrounding region through its transportation network.

The area has been settled since Viking times, as shown by numerous runestones from the first millennium. An important feature is the Jarlabankes causeway from the 11th century, which remains as significant early medieval infrastructure.

Täby Church from the 13th century displays medieval wall paintings, including a scene of Death playing chess that later inspired Swedish filmmakers. This iconic image draws visitors interested in old religious art and its cultural influences.

The municipality connects to Stockholm through suburban railway lines and bus services, making it easy to reach and explore from the city. Visitors should expect that sites of interest are spread across the territory, so planning your route in advance helps you make the most of your time.

The area holds several well-preserved Viking-age runestones over a thousand years old that tell stories of traders and local leaders. These stone records offer visitors a direct connection to the region's origins long before the modern era.

Location: Stockholm County

Inception: January 1, 1971

Capital city: Täby

Part of: Stockholm metropolitan area, Uppland, Judicial district of Attunda

Shares border with: Danderyd Municipality, Sollentuna Municipality, Upplands Väsby Municipality, Vallentuna Municipality, Österåker Municipality

Phone: +46855559000

Email: kc@taby.se

Website: http://taby.se

GPS coordinates: 59.44390,18.06872

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:22