Gamla Byn

Avesta, Sweden

Gamla Byn is the oldest and well-preserved neighborhood of Avesta village. There were iron forges already in the 14th century. The current industrial environment and old houses dates from the 1630s.

Address

Badhusgatan 9, Avesta, Sweden

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Details

Founded: 1630s
Category: Historic city squares, old towns and villages in Sweden
Historical period: Swedish Empire (Sweden)

Rating

3.8/5 (based on Google user reviews)

User Reviews

William Josefi (8 months ago)
The old village is a dream!

Mikael Magnusson (3 years ago)
The Waffle Mill. Limited menu. They have 4 different menus, as well as ice cream, coffee, soft drinks, mineral water. Outdoor seating. There is only one outdoor seating area here, but it is comfortably situated on the lawn. Slugga is found during the morning, under two beautiful deciduous trees. In the afternoon there is no shade, then you can enjoy the sun and the heat. Handicap ramp. A disabled ramp is available

Isse Ahmed (6 years ago)
Nice Houses

Alexander Koivisto (7 years ago)
Väldigt sega på att hjälpa till och Sunesson är jätteotrevlig

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