Spökparken

Spökparken is a designated monument park in Vasastan that combines baroque garden elements with English landscape design. The two garden styles create distinct zones connected by winding paths, mature trees, and formal planted areas throughout the grounds.

The land began as a private garden attached to the Scheffler Palace before being handed to Stockholm University in 1924. It transferred to city ownership in 1991 while retaining its historical garden layouts from both centuries.

The park reflects two distinct design philosophies in how it is laid out today: the northern section shows formal baroque geometry, while the southern area displays the flowing, naturalistic approach of English garden design. Both styles remain visible in the paths and plantings that visitors encounter.

The park can be accessed from two main entrances on Drottninggatan and Holländargatan streets, making it easy to find your way in. Walls and fences clearly mark the boundaries, helping you navigate without confusion.

The park takes its name from an 1840 incident when a grave collapsed in the northern section, sparking local ghost stories. This folklore has persisted and shaped how locals and visitors perceive the place alongside the neighboring Spökslottet.