Ormsaltaren, Historical architectural structure in Södermalm, Stockholm, Sweden
Ormsaltaren is a stone structure at Klevgränd 1C in Södermalm with significant cultural value among the historic buildings of the district. The building sits within a group of older structures and can be reached via Thor Modéns stairs.
The building dates from the early 1600s and is the oldest preserved secular structure in Södermalm. Its presence here shows how the neighborhood developed during Stockholm's earliest periods of urban growth.
The neighborhood takes its name from Alexander Ormesälter, a German immigrant who lived here and ran a game of chance in the area. You can still sense this historical connection while walking through the narrow lanes and seeing how the buildings are arranged.
The building is easily reached via Thor Modéns stairs, though access involves walking through narrow lanes. Information sheets about this location are available through the Stadsholmen website for those wanting more details.
The original 17th-century stonework is still visible today and shows the craftsmanship of that early period. Later Art Nouveau buildings from 1912 were added around it, creating an interesting contrast between old masonry and later designs.
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