Welcome to Söderköpings Brunn

A delightful archipelago, a unique waterway and a splendid hotel with fine cultural traditions – this is more than is usually to be found in small Swedish towns. So why not do as so many others have done – come to Söderköpings Brunn and have a marvellous time!

There is a very special atmosphere here which we would like you to share. Weekend stays, public holidays, parties, the hotel, the restaurant, the Spa area and our staff, together with our boat trips, are the ingredients that help to create this atmosphere. The town of Söderköping with Göta Canal is in itself a treasure trove.

We are both pleased and proud that out hotel was nominated for four stars out of a possible five. This is your guarantee of quality when you come to stay with us.

Irrespective of the reason for your visit we will do out very best to make sure you have a pleasant time and that you leave with a memory for life.

- You are most welcome to visit us at Söderköpings Brunn!

The History of Söderköpings Brunn

The activities at Söderköpings Brunn date from the time of St Ragnhild’s spring which was renowned as early as The Middle Ages. In the niche at "the castle" there is a figure representing St Ragnhild, who according to legend was an innocent nun who was condemned to death.

This spring has been of great importance to Söderköping, not just because of the treatments of illness, but also as a source of water for the town. It was said that the spring could provide 180.000 litres of pure crystal clear water per 24 hour period.

The organised health spa activities were started in 1719 by provincial doctor Magnus Gabriel von Block, who was responsible for setting up the spring and who built a small guest house.

In 1774 Söderköpings Brunn was granted a royal charter and rights by Gustav III.

The most famous person who has been operative at the Brunn was Dr. Johan Olof Lagberg who was Superintendent from 1823-1856. He instituted cold water treatments in continental style in 1842, and this made the spa the most important one in Sweden, and people flocked here from all over the country.

Cold water treatments are perhaps thought of as rather harsh today - what do you think of a water enema at a temperature of 8 degrees and total immersion in cold water at 04.30 in the morning?

Today Söderköpings Brunn is a four star hotell with all the comfort you'll need.