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Sweden’s fifth-largest city and the capital of Östergötland county, Linköping has a population of 161,500. An ancient settlement with a fascinating history, it has an attractive cathedral and lots of elegant architecture. With interesting attractions like Ekenäs Castle and the Swedish Air Force Museum, as well as the arty Konsthallen Passages, there’s plenty to see and do here.
But it’s also a short hop from the stunning lakes and forests of rural Sweden, therefore an excellent launchpad for adventures. Hiring a car in Linköping like a compact Volkswagen Golf costs €43.21 per day if you book ahead of time and a spacious Skoda Octavia Combi ̶ with plenty of space to sling your outdoor gear in the boot ̶ costs €54.29 a day. Working with trusted car rental partners like Europcar, you can expect packages with peace of mind components like enhanced cleaning, third party liability, collision damage waiver, theft protection and 24 hour assistance. Book as far in advance as possible to grab a great deal and you can pick up your ride on arrival and explore Linköping and the rest of Östergötland in style and safety.
Guide to Linköping
There are several notes of interest in Linköping’s history and industrial heritage. Its cathedral hosted the coronation of King Valdemar in 1251, a cathedral school was established in 1266 and the current cathedral school dates from 1627. Aircraft manufacturer Saab was founded here in 1937 and it’s still the main employer, while Linköping University was founded in 1960. This is a sophisticated town with plenty of cultural attractions and eclectic entertainment options, as well as some gorgeous countryside to explore on its doorstep.
History of Linköping
There’s plenty to keep you occupied in Linköping ̶ you can treat yourself to a relaxing boat trip, hike the Östgöta trail, enjoy a theatre production, or shop til you drop and buy freshly-baked bread at one of the city’s artisan bakeries. The 800 year old cathedral is a must-see, with its 107m-high spire, valuable artworks, sublime stained glass window by renowned artist Brain Clarke, and stunning Gothic entrance complete with ornate carvings.
Eating out in Linköping
There are plenty of lip-smacking eateries in Linköping which represent cuisines from all around the world, but it’s a partocular haven for coffee shops and bakeries. Abacka Café has a cute cottage setting with a garden for seasonal dining, Ammos Café & Creperie specialises in strong coffee and Greek pies, and Café Chocolat is a magnet for chocoholics.
Getting to and from Linköping, airports and transport connections
Linköping City Airport (LPI) is small but operates daily flights to and from Amsterdam.
Public transport here comprises buses and trains, with most routes operating from the resecentrum.
Always drive on the right hand side of the road in Linköping.