The sea in the city
In Härnösand, the sea cuts straight through the city center. Here, you can travel by boat from the southern to the northern strait and experience the city from the water. Or vice versa—stroll along the quays and experience the water from the city.
If you stay on land, there is plenty to see. Much of Härnösand's city center was built just over a hundred years ago, when Härnösand was the center of trade and shipping during the great sawmill era. At the end of the 19th century and the beginning of the 20th century, our region was actually Sweden's most expansive, with people moving in from both abroad and other parts of Sweden.
Shipowners, wholesalers, and others prospered, and large, stately properties were built in the spirit of the times. There is an urban feel here that is rarely found in cities of the same size.
“This town is pretty small, but it thinks it's big.”
A 12-year-old visitor sits on the Sundsvall steps with an ice cream, looking out over the city.
Take a walk
Take a stroll through the city center along Nybrogatan, Storgatan, and the square. Or join a city walking tour.
But remember – look up! It's not the sidewalks we're proud of in Härnösand.
Here are some of our exciting buildings:
The residence
The governor's residence on the square was completed in 1790, designed by Olof Tempelman and Carl Fredrik Adelcrantz.
Östanbäcken
A preserved old neighborhood in the middle of town. Read more about Östanbäcken.
Town Hall
Storgatan 30. Built as one of Norrland's first schools in 1786-91. The building now houses the municipal administration. Designed by Olof Tempelman and Carl Fredrik Adelcrantz.
Tobaks
Fiskaregatan. The Tobaks building was constructed in stages between 1906 and 1914 based on designs by Torben Grut, who also designed Stockholm Stadium, among other buildings. Today, Tobaks is an office hotel housing many different companies.
Sambiblioteket
Located at Stadsparken. Designed by Hans Tirsén and inaugurated in 2000.
