Kvarnholmen & Stortorget
Kvarnholmen
A 17th-century island old town planned on a grid, with remnants of city walls, Baroque squares, and harbor promenades that are perfect for strolling.
After the great fire of 1647, Kalmar was rebuilt on the small island of Kvarnholmen. The town was laid out on a grid plan, and parts of its city walls, bastions, and gates survive today. The Stortorget is at the center, surrounded by the cathedral, the town hall, and Kalmar City Hotel. The streets are lined with cafés and small shops. Walking along the walls and the harbor leads to the museum and the castle. Open all day, it is best explored on foot.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kalmar Cathedral
- Kalmar County Museum
- Kalmar Art Museum
- Kalmar Castle
- Öland Bridge
- Karlevi Runestone
- Öland Zoo & Amusement Park
- Gråborg