St. Eric's Cathedral, Stockholm
St. Eric's Cathedral, Stockholm, Catholic cathedral in Södermalm, Sweden
Description
St. Eric's Cathedral is a Catholic house of worship in Stockholm's Södermalm district, built with brick and natural stone in the Romanesque Revival style. An expanded section was added in 1983 to provide more space for the congregation.
History
The cathedral was built in 1892 and gained its elevated status in 1953 when Stockholm established its first Catholic diocese in Sweden. This development marked an important moment for the Catholic Church's growth in the country.
Culture
The cathedral serves an international congregation and holds services in multiple languages reflecting its diverse worshipping community. You will notice how people from different backgrounds gather here, making it a meeting place for various cultural traditions.
Practical
The cathedral is fully accessible to all visitors, including those using wheelchairs, and sits at Folkungagatan 46 in a central location. Regular services are held throughout the week, so check the schedule before your visit.
Did you know?
The building bears the name of a medieval Swedish king who became Stockholm's patron saint and appears on the city's coat of arms. This connection gives it a distinctive place in the city's heritage and identity.
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