Industrilandskapet, Norrköping’s star turn, is the impeccably preserved industrial area near the river. Pedestrian walkways and bridges lead past magnificent former factory buildings and around the ingenious system of locks and canals. The most thunderous waterfall is Kungsfallet , near the islet Laxholmen.
Within the area are several interesting museums, all with free admission.
The innovative Arbetets Museum documents working life. The seven-sided building, completed in 1917 and dubbed the ‘flat iron’, is a work of art in itself. The restaurant on the 6th floor has stunning views.
The Holmens Museum exhibits cover the history of Louis de Geer’s paper factory, which was founded in the early 17th century.
Over the bridge, Stadsmuseum delves into the town’s industrial past, complete with still-functioning machinery, a great cafe and dynamic temporary exhibitions.
