Theme for 2025: Cultural heritage and buildings

Dates: 12–14 September 2025

Theme 2025 celebrates Sweden's architectural culture

This year marks 50 years since the European Architectural Heritage Year 1975. The Year of Architectural Heritage was a reaction to the extensive demolitions during the 1960s and 70s. At that time, large parts of the historic housing stock in Swedish cities disappeared. It is estimated that between 30,000 and 40,000 houses from the 19th century were demolished between 1960 and 1975, and over 100,000 homes built before the turn of the century disappeared. In some cities, up to 80 percent of the housing stock was demolished. 

The purpose of the Year of Architectural Heritage was to raise awareness of the irreplaceable values ​​that exist in our historic buildings and environments.Today we face similar challenges with high development pressure, the need for new housing, the energy crisis and demolitions. But now issues of environment, climate, energy and sustainability are even more central – both in cities and in rural areas.

This year's theme "Cultural Heritage and Buildings" offers visitors the opportunity to experience the rich architectural culture which has formed Sweden.

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