Ever wondered about the ground beneath your feet here at Slagsta Strand? It whispers tales of brick-making and transformation. This area we now call Slagsta Strand has a rich history. The name “Slagsta” predates even Slagsta Gård.
Slagsta Gård once oversaw two brickyards. These brickyards were among the largest in the Mälardalen region. In fact, much of Stockholm’s Gamla Stan or Old Town is said to be built with bricks from Slagsta. Imagine, bricks fired right here contributing to Stockholm’s iconic skyline. The brickyards closed in 1914. Look closely. You might still find fragments of brick hidden in the soil around Slagsta Strand.
The terraced landscape here at Slagsta Strand has an interesting origin. It wasn’t naturally formed. The brickyards dug clay in layers about 2.5 meters deep. This created the stepped effect we see today. Tegelängsvägen reminds us of this brick-making past. “Tegeläng” translates to “brick meadow”.
Slagsta Strand is more than just history. It’s a place of constant change. In 1911, a school and seminary for children with intellectual disabilities opened here. Stockholms Stad took over the school in 1951. Later, in 1955, they added a care home for children and a work home for women. The operations closed in 1973. Only parts of the original park remain.
Around 1974, Slagsta became a residential area. Small houses filled the landscape. In 2000, Slagsta Strand shopping center opened near the E4/E20 highway. It housed around thirty stores. But, Kungens Kurva expanded a few kilometers north. One by one, shops closed in Slagsta. By 2010, the shopping center closed entirely. It was rebranded as “Slagsta Gate”. The focus shifted to sports and technology.
Today, Slagsta Strand is a vibrant area. New housing, shops, and services are planned. A new preschool and a district park are also in the works. The area buzzes with activity. Residents, boaters, and families gather here. They enjoy the harbor restaurant, the sandy beach, and the miniature golf course.
Don’t miss Slagstabadet. This municipal beach offers a 150-meter sandy stretch on Mälaren. Slagsta Marina is one of the larger marinas in Stockholm. Slagsta Gille keeps folk traditions alive with music and dance.
As you explore Slagsta Strand, remember its layers. From brick-making to modern living, Slagsta Strand continues to evolve. It is a place where the past meets the future.