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Jumkilsån

Jumkilsån

Jumkilsån is a stream located on the outskirts of Uppsala. It flows through a deep valley, creating a canyon-like landscape. Visitors go here to walk along the trails and observe the meandering water and the surrounding greenery.

Getting There

The stream is located outside the city centre. Access is typically via local bus or bicycle. Depending on the specific trail entry point and mode of transport, the journey from central Uppsala takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes.

Duration of Visit

Allow 1 to 3 hours to walk the trails and explore the valley, depending on how much of the surrounding nature you wish to cover.

When to Visit

The area is best visited during the spring and summer months when the vegetation is lush. Daylight hours in Sweden are longest during the summer, providing more time for outdoor exploration. It generally does not get crowded, offering a quiet environment.

Nearby Attractions

Because of its location, this site can be combined with other historical and cultural landmarks in the area:

  • Disagården open air museum (3.5km)
  • Old Uppsala archaeological area (3.5km)
  • Old Uppsala Church (3.6km)
  • Gamla Uppsala museum (3.7km)

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Disagården open air museum

Museums & galleries

Disagården open air museum

This open-air museum in Gamla Uppsala, north of Uppsala, brings together relocated historic buildings to showcase traditional ways of life. It opened in 1931 and is now run by the Uppland Museum.

3.5 km away

Old Uppsala archaeological area

Heritage & monuments

Old Uppsala archaeological area

This burial mound site on the outskirts of Uppsala dates back to the Viking Age and offers a glimpse into Swedish history. It's a great spot to enjoy an ancient atmosphere while walking among the mounds scattered across the open fields.

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Old Uppsala Church

Temples & religious sites

Old Uppsala Church

This old church stands in the historic village on the outskirts of Uppsala and preserves the early history of Christianity in Sweden. Nearby are the famous royal burial mounds, well worth visiting together.

3.6 km away

Gamla Uppsala museum

Museums & galleries

Gamla Uppsala museum

This history museum is located in the Gamla Uppsala area north of Uppsala. It's a great place to explore the ancient stories tied to the area.

3.7 km away

Gamla Uppsala

Heritage & monuments

Gamla Uppsala

Gamla Uppsala is a small town on the outskirts of Uppsala, Sweden, whose name means 'Old Uppsala.' With a population of under 20,000, it offers a quiet, low-key suburban atmosphere just outside the city center, perfect for a leisurely visit.

4.1 km away

Valsgärde

Heritage & monuments

Valsgärde

This archaeological site sits on the Fyris River near Uppsala, close to Gamla Uppsala, once a seat of ancient Swedish kings. It is known for its Vendel-era burial grounds, including ship graves spanning the 6th to 11th centuries.

4.4 km away