3 Wandering Squares to Fancy in Malmö Sweden

Delia Tugui | February 22, 2017

3. Gustav Adolf Square – the place named after a king

Gustav Adolf square was founded in the early 1800s (1804, to be more precise) and is one of Malmö’s most popular markets. Its name is inspired by King Gustav II Adolf, who was the country’s king back when the place was established. When the king decided to remove the walls of the old city and create a brand new district, the Gustav Adolf Torg became its central point.

Around the 19th-century site, you’ll see many of the city’s oldest and grandest buildings. At the north end of the square, you’ll easily notice a row of whitewashed houses built in the French Renaissance style, also known as the Riviera. Don’t skip the Valhalla Palace, either, which is located on the south side of the plaza. Alfred Arwidius (Swedish architect) designed this wonderful building back in 1901. You should also check out Tryggehuset (translated as the Safe House) — a modern building (dating from 1938) right near the palace.

Gustav Adolf square is where you have the chance of attending the famous Malmö festival during the summer. You can listen to live music, enjoy photography exhibitions and be part of various interesting activities, such as business pitching competitions and creative workshops. Another good news? It’s totally free!

If you’re here during the winter, you’ll be able to see the Christmas market, shop for souvenirs and find some great deals for your holiday gifts.

When you feel that it’s time to escape the crowds for a little bit, you can stop at any restaurant or café in the plaza. You can even take a walk in the nearby Kyrkogarden (Old Cemetery) – which is less creepy and greener that it may sound.

To sum all of it up, Gustav Adolf square gives you the opportunity to admire amazing architecture from the 19^th and 20^th centuries, take part at one of the city’s main festivals during the summer and shop for pretty souvenirs at the Christmas market.

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So, whenever you’re visiting, you’ll be having a great time.

Now that our wandering tour has come to an end, what do you think? Pretty impressive, right?

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