Timeline
14:31
Güntherska Hovkonditori & Schweizeri
Start with a pastry and a view. Güntherska Hovkonditori & Schweizeri sits on the eastern bank of the Fyris river, offering large outdoor seating. On a January afternoon, the sun is low and bright, perfect for warming up with a black coffee and a sweet treat before the light fades.
15:01
Walk to Lennakatten, the heritage railway. Even if you do not board a train, the tracks and the station area provide a quiet, atmospheric spot to watch the day end. The railway stretches from Uppsala Central Station into the countryside, and the station vicinity is a natural gathering point for the late afternoon crowd.
15:21
Head to Linnéträdgården & Linnémuseet for the sunset. The botanical garden, planted in 1655, offers open spaces and historic structures that frame the western horizon. As the sun sets toward the SW, the golden light reflects off the old garden walls and the museum facade, creating a serene, timeless atmosphere.
15:51
End the evening at Bryggeriet Ångkvarn. This is Uppsala's only brewpub, with the brewery visible behind the bar. It is open until 22:00 on weekdays, making it the perfect place to cool down with a local beer after the cold evening air. The industrial-chic interior and visible brewing process offer a stark, interesting contrast to the historic garden you just left.
Local tip
The walk between the river café and the railway station is short, but the path to the botanical garden is longer. Allow extra time if the ground is icy in January. The brewery is open until 22:00 on weekdays, so you have plenty of time to settle in after the sunset.
Check before you go
- Güntherska Hovkonditori & Schweizeri is open until 19:00 on weekdays.
- Bryggeriet Ångkvarn is open until 22:00 on weekdays.
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