Bålsta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bålsta
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Stockholmsvägen in Old Bålsta
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 Bålsta
Location in Uppsala
Bålsta
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Uppland |
| County | Uppsala County |
| Municipality | Håbo Municipality |
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| • Total | 10.97 km2 (4.24 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2020)
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| • Total | 15,436 |
| • Density | 1,407.1/km2 (3,644.4/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Bålsta is a lively town in Sweden. It is located in Uppsala County. Bålsta is the main town, or "seat," of Håbo Municipality. In 2020, about 15,436 people lived there. It's a great place with a mix of quiet living and easy access to bigger cities.
Getting Around Bålsta
Bålsta might be a smaller town. But it has excellent train connections. It is the end station for the Stockholm commuter rail system. This means many people who live in Bålsta travel to Stockholm for work or school. The train ride to Stockholm takes about 40 minutes. Faster trains can get you there in less than 30 minutes. This makes Bålsta a popular home for commuters.
Fun Things to Do in Bålsta
Even though Bålsta is not huge, it offers many activities. There are several groups and places for fun. For example, Bålsta has its own hockey arena. This is where the local team, Bålsta HC, plays. The town also has a shopping mall. You can find many different stores there. It's a good spot to hang out with friends.
Famous Faces from Bålsta
Many talented people have come from Bålsta. One very famous person is Lasse Åberg. He is a well-known Swedish actor, musician, and artist. Lasse Åberg lives in Bålsta. He even opened a museum in the town. It shows off his amazing work.
Other famous people from Bålsta include:
- Martin Björk, a Swedish television presenter.
- Daniel Jarl, a Swedish football player.
- Marcus Nilson, a professional ice hockey player.
- Kim Amb, a professional javelin thrower.
- Filip Windlert, a professional ice hockey player for AIK.
