Place to visit
Vreta Abbey, Sweden: what it is and when to go
Vreta Abbey is a was founded between 1105 and 1100, by the King Inge the Elder and Queen Helena, on the request of the Pope Paschal II, and is the oldest known in Sweden (Linköping). Interests: History and Temples. The best time to visit is December to February and May to September. In June there are 17 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 03. It has articles in 12 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Sweden: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Was founded between 1105 and 1100, by the King Inge the Elder and Queen Helena, on the request of the Pope Paschal II, and is the oldest known in Sweden · History, Temples
- Where
- Sweden
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Nearest airport
- NYO Nyköping, 88 km as the crow flies
- Coordinates
- 58.48232, 15.51771
What it is and where
Vreta Abbey is a was founded between 1105 and 1100, by the King Inge the Elder and Queen Helena, on the request of the Pope Paschal II, and is the oldest known in Sweden (Linköping). It has articles in 12 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Sweden: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Linköping, where this site lists 61 more places to see, 10 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 58.48232, 15.51771; the nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO, Nyköping), 88 km as the crow flies. How to get around Sweden (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)
It is one of the History and Temples places in Sweden. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Vreta Abbey is December to February and May to September.
- JanBest time6:45
- FebBest time8:59
- MarPossible11:23
- AprPossible14:05
- MayBest time16:29
- JunBest time17:57
- JulBest time17:20
- AugBest time15:09
- SepBest time12:29
- OctPossible9:52
- NovBetter not7:24
- DecBest time6:03
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 03. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
| What you come for | Best time | Possible |
|---|---|---|
| History | December to February and May to September | March to April and October |
| Temples | December to February and May to September | March to April and October |
It is not the same trip whatever you come for: Vreta Abbey has a different season depending on what you want to do here, and Kokai puts it in the right month for you.
When to go to Sweden in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to Sweden
To enter Sweden there are 6 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “Valid Spanish ID card (DNI) or passport”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the Sweden checklist. Currency: Swedish krona (SEK); plugs: Type C and F · 230 V · 50 Hz (the same as in Spain); emergencies: 112 · 1177 health advice line.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Vreta kloster bryggeriBrewery1.3 km
- KungsbroNature reserve in Östergötland, Sweden2.7 km
- SvartåmynningenNature reserve in Östergötland, Sweden2.9 km
- Kaga ChurchChurch building in Linköping Municipality, Sweden3.3 km
- Östgötaleden: Berg-TrädgårdsföreningenHiking5.4 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the Sweden guide.
More in Sweden: History
- Drottningholm Palace: royal palace in Ekerö Municipality, Sweden
- Birka: archaeological site on the island of Björkö in Sweden
- National Library of Sweden: Sweden's national library
- Stockholm Palace: official residence of the Swedish monarch
- Skogskyrkogården: cemetery in Stockholm, Sweden
- Engelsberg Ironworks
Every Sweden place under History, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Vreta Abbey?
It is a was founded between 1105 and 1100, by the King Inge the Elder and Queen Helena, on the request of the Pope Paschal II, and is the oldest known in Sweden. It has articles in 12 Wikipedias, so it is not one of the busiest places in Sweden: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Vreta Abbey?
December to February and May to September. In June there are 17 h 57 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 03.
How do you get to Vreta Abbey?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), 88 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around Sweden is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the Sweden map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Vreta kloster bryggeri, Kungsbro, Svartåmynningen. The rest is in the Sweden guide.
Keep reading
- Linköping61 places to see in and around Linköping, Sweden: Linköping Cathedral, Ekenäs Castle, Vreta Abbey. Best time: December to February and May to September.
- History490 places for history in Sweden, from Drottningholm Palace to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: December to February and May to September. Each with its own season
- SwedenBefore travelling to Sweden: 6 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. Spanish citizens can enter with their ID card (DNI), but cash barely exists: many shops,…
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
Data from OpenStreetMap, licensed under the ODbL, and from Wikidata, CC0. More about Vreta Abbey on Wikipedia. Daylight hours are calculated from the latitude. More in credits.