Backen, Umeå

Name: Backen
Address: Umeå, Sweden

#46 among attractions in Umeå

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Backen is a residential area in Umeå, Sweden. It is home to Backen Church which dates from before 1314. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 63°49'55"N, 20°10'1"E

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Backen – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: City Hall, Navet, Sparken, Umedalen skulpturpark.

3 miE
City hall
City Hall, Umeå
76 min walk • The City Hall in Umeå is the modern administrative heart of the northern Swedish metropolis, serving the residents of the city and witnessing key local events. Located in the center of Umeå, the city hall building is distinguished by its modern architecture and is a...
3.2 miE
63°49'34"N • 20°16'13"E
Navet, Umeå
81 min walk • Watersports, Tours, Water park
2.7 miE
Park, Skate park
Sparken, Umeå
70 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Umeå, Sweden, lies Sparken, a verdant oasis that offers residents and visitors alike a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. As a well-loved park within this vibrant university city, Sparken provides a picturesque setting for...
~1960 ftNW
Park, Vernacular architecture, Sculpture
Umedalen skulpturpark, Umeå
10 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Umeå, Sweden, the Umedalen Skulpturpark stands as a testament to the harmonious blend of nature and contemporary art. This open-air sculpture park, established in the early 1990s, has transformed the grounds of a former psychiatric...
1.7 miW
Park
Arboretum Norr
45 min walk • Arboretum Norr is an arboretum in Baggböle, Sweden, on the Ume River, about eight kilometers west of Umeå city centre.
3 miE
63°49'34"N • 20°15'54"E
Utopia Shopping, Umeå
77 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
2.7 miE
Bridge
Tegsbron, Umeå
70 min walk • Tegsbron is not just a bridge in the bustling city of Umeå, Sweden; it is a testament to modern infrastructure seamlessly blending with natural beauty. Straddling the Ume River, Tegsbron serves as a vital connection between the city's districts, facilitating the flow...
2.5 miE
Bridge
Gamla bron, Umeå
65 min walk • Gamla bron, or "Old Bridge," is one of the distinctive architectural features of Umeå, a city located in the northern part of Sweden. This historic crossing is a testament to the city's long history and its connection with the Ume River, over which it rises.
2.8 miE
Park
Umestan, Umeå
73 min walk • Nestled within the vibrant city of Umeå, Sweden, lies Umestan, a serene park offering a tranquil escape from the urban hustle. Once a bustling military base, this area has been transformed into a verdant oasis where locals and visitors alike can bask in the beauty of...
2.1 miE
Street
Storgatan, Umeå
55 min walk • Storgatan is the vibrant heart of Umeå, a bustling city located in the northeast of Sweden. Known for its blend of historic charm and modern amenities, Storgatan is the main thoroughfare where culture, commerce, and community converge.
1.5 miW
Museum
Umeå Energicentrum
39 min walk • Umeå Energicentrum is a museum and excursion destination built around Umeå's first hydroelectric power plant in Klabböle, about 5 km upstream on the south side of the Ume River from Umeå city centre.