Stockholm topographic map

This elevation map colours central Stockholm according to its height above sea level, from blue along the waterfront to green on the highest ground. It covers Norrmalm, Vasastan, Östermalm and the northern edge of Gamla Stan, and shows at a glance which streets will be uphill.

Stockholm is not mountainous, but its centre is far from flat. The islands are made of granite ridges shaped by the ice age, so streets often climb sharply from the shore. The low ground follows the old waterways around Central Station and Riddarfjärden, while higher land rises towards Vasastan and Östermalm.

The height differences explain several landmarks: the steep steps around Slussen, the cliffs of Södermalm and lookouts such as Skinnarviksberget, a favourite spot for summer evenings. Cyclists and visitors with luggage or pushchairs can use this map to choose a gentler route. The data comes from a model that colours the terrain in small squares, so treat it as an overview, not a survey.