Discover Mariaberget Södermalm

Discover Mariaberget's history – city walk in Södermalm

Next occasion: May 31

Join a guided city walk in Södermalm, where Stockholm's history becomes close, human and concrete.

Here we meet the city as it once was.
Dense. Alive. Often hard.

Yttersta Tvärgränd – life near the border

The walk starts at Yttersta Tvärgränd, where living conditions were difficult for a long time.

Before running water in 1861.
With overcrowding, diseases and an everyday life that rarely left room for rest.

The place also bears traces of film history – from Anderssonskans Kalle to Söderkåkar and Rännstensungar.

The people behind the story

Through mantalslängder, we open the door to what has otherwise disappeared.

Who lived here?
How many in each room?
What professions – and what lives?

Here the story becomes concrete. Almost present.

Söder's work and everyday life

We move on towards Skinnarviksberget, where tobacco was once grown and where breweries characterized the blocks below.

A Söder that was more self-sufficient.
More physical.
Closer to work.

View and stories

Along Monteliusvägen, the city opens up.

Here, everyday life and creativity meet.
Traces of rope makers and gutter children.
And names like Ivar Lo-Johansson and Eugène Jansson, who gave voice to the place.

A city in change

The walk ends at Södermalmstorg, where past and present meet.

A room in constant motion.
Just like the city itself.

A city walk in Stockholm – with people at the center

This is a historical city walk in Södermalm for those who want to understand how people lived, worked and shaped the city.

Told at a leisurely pace.
With room for reflection.

What is included?

• Guided city walk in Södermalm (approx. 90 min)

• Stories about living conditions, work and the city's development

• Dips in Yttersta Tvärgränd, Skinnarviksberget and Monteliusvägen

• Reading aloud from mantalslängder – concrete destinies

• Perspectives on Söder's history from the 19th century to the present

• Authorized guide with a focus on storytelling and presence

A walk where history gets a face. 🌿

Practical information

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children
Children under 15 are very welcome accompanied by a paying adult and can come along free of charge.

🌦 Carried out in all weather conditions
(unless otherwise notified)

👥Group size
Smaller groups for a personal, present and lively experience.
Max 25 people.

 🐾Pets
Kind dogs on a leash are welcome together with their owner

🧥 Clothing
Clothing according to the weather and comfortable shoes. Keep in mind that it is colder to stand still and listen than to be out and walking in the cold. 

⏱ Time/Length
Approx. 90 minutes / approximately 2 km.

Collection & conclusion

📍 Collection: Ringvägen 4 (at Thaikiosken)

🏁 Conclusion: At the artwork Duo, at the stairs to Brännkyrkagatan/Pustegränd.
Feel free to use SL's travel planner for smooth travel 🚇

🗣Language
Swedish. English and Italian are offered on request 

👟Tempo
Leisurely walking pace with several stops for stories, pictures and reflection.

♿ Accessibility
Please notify in advance of any special needs
The surface varies between asphalt, gravel, hills and stairs.

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Thank you very much – and see you again in the city 🌱