Kopparberg

Kopparberg is a small town in Örebro County, Västmanland, Sweden, known for its historic mining heritage and the internationally recognized Kopparberg cider brand.

Understand

Kopparberg grew around copper mining, which gave the town its name (“Copper Mountain”). While mining has declined, the town is now better known for beverage production.

Get in

Kopparberg lies along the Bergslagen railway and is accessible by regional train from Örebro and Ludvika. Buses also connect from nearby towns.

Get around

The town is small enough to explore on foot. Bicycles can be useful for visiting nearby lakes and forests.

See

  • The old copper mine site and remnants of mining buildings.
  • Kopparberg Church, a wooden church dating back to the 17th century.
  • The Bergslagen countryside, rich in lakes and forested hills.

Do

  • Hike or fish in the nearby forests and lakes.
  • Attend the Kopparbergsmarken, one of Sweden’s largest traditional fairs held annually in October.

Buy

  • Local crafts and products at small shops or during the market.

Eat

There are a few cafés and restaurants serving traditional Swedish fare and local specialties.

Drink

  • Kopparberg Cider is brewed locally and widely available in town.

Sleep

There are small guesthouses and rural lodgings in and around the town.

Connect

Mobile coverage is good; some cafés offer Wi-Fi.

Go next

  • Örebro – a larger city with a castle, museums, and shopping.
  • Ludvika – another former mining town with industrial heritage.