Description
Welcome to the Stockholm Bloodbath Walking Tour. Today, we will journey through the streets of Stockholm to revisit one of the most tragic and pivotal events in Swedish history—the Stockholm Bloodbath of 1520. This tour will delve into the political intrigue, betrayal, and brutal executions that marked this dark chapter. Our stops will take us to significant locations tied to the events leading up to and following the bloodbath, painting a vivid picture of the turmoil that shook Stockholm and changed its history forever.
Locations we visit
1. Stortorget
Main square where the executions took place
2. Köpmangatan
One of the oldest streets in Stockholm
3. Storkyrkan
Stockholm Cathedral, near the bloodbath site
4. Stockholm Palace
Royal Palace with historical significance
5. Royal Armoury (Livrustkammaren)
Museum with artifacts from the period
6. Järntorget
Historical square and former marketplace
7. Tyska Brinken
Street leading to the German Church
8. Brända Tomten
Historical site, meaning ”The Burnt Plot”
9. Prästgatan
Priest Street, associated with the clergy involved
10. Riddarholmen Church
Burial site of Swedish monarchs