Skoghall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Skoghall
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Skoghall
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 Skoghall
Location in Sweden
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| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Värmland |
| County | Värmland County |
| Municipality | Hammarö Municipality |
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| • Total | 10.61 km2 (4.10 sq mi) |
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(31 December 2010)
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| • Total | 13,265 |
| • Density | 1,251/km2 (3,240/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Skoghall is a town in Sweden. Its name means "Forest Hall." It is located in Värmland County and is the main town of Hammarö Municipality. In 2010, about 13,265 people lived there. Skoghall is on the island of Hammarö. It is also very close to the city of Karlstad, only seven kilometers away. Many people who live in Skoghall work in Karlstad.
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Welcome to Skoghall!
Skoghall is a lively place. It is known for its important industries. These industries provide many jobs for the people living there. The town is a key part of the Hammarö area.
Where is Skoghall?
Skoghall is special because it sits on an island. This island is called Hammarö. Being on an island means it is surrounded by water. It is also very close to Karlstad. Karlstad is a larger city nearby. This makes Skoghall a kind of suburb of Karlstad. People can easily travel between the two places.
What Happens in Skoghall?
Skoghall has some big companies. These companies are very important for the town. They create many jobs for the people who live there. The main industries are paper making and chemical production.
Important Companies
The biggest employer in Skoghall is a company called Stora Enso. They have a large paper mill here. A paper mill is where paper is made from wood. They also do other kinds of manufacturing. Another important company is Akzo Nobel Base Chemicals AB. This company makes different kinds of chemicals. These companies help the local economy. They are a big part of what Skoghall is all about.
How Skoghall is Governed
Skoghall is the "seat" of Hammarö Municipality. This means it is where the local government for the Hammarö area is located. The people who run the municipality have their offices here. They make decisions about local services. These services include schools, roads, and parks. They work to make life better for everyone in Hammarö.
