Åkarp facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Åkarp
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Warning sign for ducks in Åkarp
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 Åkarp
Location in Skåne
Åkarp
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Skåne |
| County | Skåne County |
| Municipality | Burlöv Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.32 km2 (0.90 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 5,617 |
| • Density | 2,418/km2 (6,260/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Åkarp is a small town, also called a locality, in Sweden. It is located in Burlöv Municipality, which is part of Skåne County. In 2010, about 5,617 people lived in Åkarp.
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Exploring Åkarp's Location
Åkarp is found in the southern part of Sweden. It is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) northeast of a larger city called Malmö. It is also about 13 kilometers (8 miles) southwest of another city named Lund.
Easy Travel by Train
Åkarp has its own railway station. This station is a stop on the Skåne commuter rail network. This means people can easily travel by train to nearby towns and cities. It helps connect Åkarp to the rest of the region.
The Story Behind Åkarp's Name
The name of Åkarp has changed many times over hundreds of years.
How the Name Started
Around the year 1120, the village was known as Acathorp. This name came from two old words. Aki was an Old Danish man's name. Torp meant a small farm or a village. So, it was like "Aki's farm."
Changes Over Time
- Around the 15th century (the 1400s), the name changed to Ågarp.
- During the 16th century (the 1500s), it became Ågerup.
- The name Åkarp, as we know it today, was first written down in the year 1770.
Famous People from Åkarp
Åkarp is the birthplace of a famous person.
Lars-Erik Larsson: A Composer
The well-known composer Lars-Erik Larsson was born in Åkarp. He was born here in 1908. He became famous for creating beautiful music.
