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Hammarö Municipality, Island municipality in Värmland County, Sweden

The municipality encompasses Hammarön and Vidön islands along with an archipelago in Lake Vänern, covering 421.98 square kilometers of total area.

The municipality originated from Hammarö parish in 1863 and maintained its territorial boundaries through the Swedish municipal reforms of 1952 and 1971.

The name Hammarö derives from hammare, referring to rocky territories where deciduous trees flourish, reflecting the natural character of the region.

Skoghall functions as the administrative center of Hammarö Municipality, divided into western Skoghall and eastern Hammarö postal districts.

Stora Enso Skoghall, the primary employer in the municipality, produces cardboard boxes and provides employment for 950 individuals.

GPS coordinates: 59.31667,13.55000

Latest update: March 3, 2025 23:59

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