This is the oldest part of Trosa, where the streets are named after the craftsmen who lived along the alleyways. On one of the buildings between Punschgränd and the square, you'll find the inscription "Punschhandlaren 17-19" (The Punch Merchant 17-19). Trosa Punch was produced here by Trosa Spirituosa Aktiebolag. The punch was known as Trosa yellow, Trosa green, and Trosa blue. It was served to members of Trosa's bathing society, i.e., Trosa's tourists around the turn of the century.

11. Västra Långgatan/Punschgränd: Trosa Punsch (liqour)

The Church took a long time to build, approximately four years. Townspeople traveled far and wide to collect funds. The church is built in the Carolinian Baroque style and was inaugurated in 1711.
During the Russian invasions in 1719, the church is said to have been used as a stable, which may explain why it was not burned down. Take note of the incredibly beautiful glass in the church windows. Have you seen the beautiful door? And the bell tower? Check out the roof of the bell tower; it is truly amazing!

10. Kyrkgränd: The Church

The costume has been developed based on details found in probate inventories from the locality dating between 1770 and 1820. The patterns discovered have been compiled to create the costume now known as the Trosa-Vagnhärad Costume.

9. Västra Långgatan 40: The traditional costume

Garvaregården is a craft courtyard from the 18th century. Tanning operations were carried out here until the early 1900s. At Garvaregården in Trosa, you'll find the old tannery with roots dating back to the 18th century. We know for sure that there was a tannery here throughout the 19th century.
The last tanner, Karl Jacob Dahlbom, lived at Garvaregården with his family, apprentices, maids, and farmhands. He arrived in Trosa in 1826, and seven years later, he married Kristina. Together, they added a floor to the residence, a necessary expansion given that they had 14 children, of which 9 reached adulthood.
Garvaregården houses the tanner's residence and workshop, as well as a café and craft shop during the summer.

9. Västra Långgatan 40: The Tannery (Garvaregården)

The name Kings bridge comes from the fact that the western side was called Kungsbacken (the King's Slope). The nickname Frälsis Bridge comes from the large gray building on the eastern side, built for the Salvation Army in 1890 and in operation until 1980. Today, it serves as a private residence.

8. Västra Ågatan: King's Bridge (Kungsbron)

The bridge is playfully named after a man who lived nearby and was said to have difficulty lifting his "smäck" (a dialectal term for hat). Well, a more likely explanation is that "smäck" is an Old Norse word for a ford or wading place. Here, the river is very shallow, which is evident during low tide.

7. Västra Ågatan: Smäckbron (en)

Welcome to a self-guided city walk in Trosa with the help of this audio guide. Listen, read, and view historical images while exploring the central parts of Trosa city. It takes about 1 hour to complete, and along the way, you'll pass several shops, cafes, restaurants, and beautiful views. This is where the beloved german tv-series "Inga Lindström" has been filmed since 2003.

Welcome to this audioguide

Trosa is mentioned in writing for the first time in a medieval document from the year 1383. Evidence of people living in the area even earlier is known thanks to the numerous ancient remains in the vicinity.
According to place-name researchers, the name is likely connected to the Old Norse word "trauður" (slow, reluctant) and refers to the calm and unhurried flow of the river. Another explanation suggests that Trosa is derived from the word "os," meaning river mouth.

4. Västra Ågatan: The name Trosa

In this episode, Anthony, Samuel, and Skye are joined by the voices of the men and women who lived and worked at the prison to guide visitors through the site. Drawing from oral histories of wardens, chaplains, matrons, guards, and prisoners, this immersive tour brings the past to life as we lead you through the Old Idaho Penitentiary’s four-acre grounds.

EP 100 - An Audio Tour of the Old Idaho Penitentiary

Become the watcher. Observe sensations without judgment. Transmute the feelings. This track, the third marker in this WalkitOut series, is designed with a sensitivity towards the angry. Acceptance is key. Try to let go of right and wrong.

Witness without Fixing: Walkitout™ Step Three

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“Behind Gray Walls” is a podcast featuring stories from the men and women who lived and worked at the Old Idaho State Penitentiary. Each week, Anthony, Samuel, and Skye explore prisoners whose crimes led them to serve time at the "Old Pen." Their history is explored in depth and compared to corrections topics faced in communities today.

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