Is Uppsala safe for celiacs?

Uppsala scores 6/10 for GF friendliness (Manageable). Swedish awareness of celiac disease is generally good, and supermarkets stock a solid range of gluten-free products. As a day trip from Stockholm, you can eat safely in the capital before or after your visit.

How do you get to Uppsala from Stockholm?

SJ regional trains run from Stockholm Central to Uppsala Central every 15-30 minutes. The journey takes about 40 minutes and costs from 95 SEK. Book via the SJ app (sj.se) for the cheapest fares — no seat reservation needed on regional trains.

Can you find gluten-free food in Uppsala?

While this guide does not cover specific restaurants in Uppsala, Sweden generally has good celiac awareness. Look for 'glutenfri' labels in supermarkets and cafes. The compact city center makes it easy to find options on foot.

Gluten-Free Restaurants & Celiac Guide to Uppsala, Sweden

Getting Around

Train from Stockholm

SJ regional trains, ~40 min from Stockholm Central, every 15-30 min. From ~95 SEK one way. Book via the SJ app for the cheapest fares.

sj.se · SJ app

Walking

City center is extremely compact and flat. Most attractions are within a 15-20 minute walk from the central station.

Local Buses

UL buses cover the wider area. Bus 2/110/114 runs to Gamla Uppsala (Viking burial mounds), about 4 km north of the center.

UL (Upplands Lokaltrafik)

Biking

Uppsala is a major cycling city with excellent bike infrastructure. Rental options available near the station and around the university.

Transit Tip

Buy train tickets via the SJ app (sj.se) for the cheapest fares. No seat reservation needed on regional trains — just hop on.

GF Friendly Restaurants

3 spots

GF Score 5/5 3/5 2/5

Hey Lucie!

100% GF

Vegan Café · Bakery

Traveler recommended

GF Score

Safety Notes

100% dedicated gluten-free and vegan facility — no gluten on premises. Zero cross-contamination risk.

What to Order

Smoothie bowls, sandwiches on house-made GF bread, daily lunch specials, cakes, raw desserts.

Location

Centrum · Dragarbrunnsgatan 75

See reviews on Find Me Gluten Free

Il Gradino

GF Options

Italian · Pizzeria

Traveler recommended

GF Score

Safety Notes

GF pizza dough brought in (not made in-house). Shared oven — ask for separate baking if needed. Call ahead: 018-69 50 20.

What to Order

GF pizza, GF pasta, meat dishes with potatoes.

Location

Fålhagen · Torkelsgatan 9

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Güntherska Hovkonditori

GF Options

Café · Bakery · Fika

Traveler recommended

GF Score

Safety Notes

Traditional bakery since 1887 — flour-heavy environment. High cross-contamination risk. Call ahead: 018-13 07 57.

What to Order

GF smörgåsar (open-faced sandwiches). The cultural fika experience is worth visiting, but celiacs should proceed with caution.

Location

Centrum · Östra Ågatan 31

Landmarks & Must-See Spots

4 spots

Uppsala Cathedral

Historic

Scandinavia's largest church (118.7m). Built 1270–1435. Gustav Vasa, Linnaeus, and Swedenborg are buried here. Free entry; treasury ~50 SEK.

Central Uppsala

Went here

Uppsala Castle

Historic

16th-century royal castle on hilltop. Uppsala Art Museum (free) inside. Guided tours of state apartments available. Grounds free year-round.

Castle Hill

Went here

Botanical Garden

Nature

Sweden's oldest botanical garden (est. 1655), 1,300+ species. Adjacent Linnaeus Museum. Open May–Sept only.

Svartbäcksgatan 27b

Went here

Svartbäcksgatan

Walk

Uppsala's main pedestrian street (“Gågatan”). Shops, cafes, old town character. Miniature mouse art installations.

Central Uppsala

Went here

Things to Do

Museums & Markets

Gustavianum

Paid

Uppsala University's oldest building (1622). 17th-century anatomical theatre, Egyptian artifacts. English tours 11:15 AM & 1:00 PM.

1–1.5 hrs ~100 SEK

Visit website

Saluhallen

Free

Historic indoor market since 1909. ~40 shops: cheese, meats, seafood. Great lunch/fika stop.

Visit website

Tours & Experiences

Uppsala Walking Tour

Paid

Guided walk through old town: Cathedral, Castle, University. Hidden courtyards.

2 hrs

Book Tour

Viking History Day Trip

Paid

Full-day from Stockholm: Sigtuna + Uppsala Viking heritage + Royal Mounds at Gamla Uppsala.

~8 hrs

Book Tour

What to Pack

September day trip

Celiac dining card (in Swedish) Even though English is widely spoken, reinforces seriousness
Essential
GF snack bars Limited GF dining in Uppsala; bring backup for the day
Essential
Swedish celiac society info Svenska Celiakiförbundet card from celiaki.se
Sweden
Layers for September weather Temps 8–16°C, cooler than Stockholm
Uppsala
Comfortable walking shoes Cobblestones around Cathedral and Castle hill
Uppsala
Compact umbrella September rain is common
Uppsala

Travel Tips

Uppsala is almost entirely cashless — card accepted everywhere.
Download the SJ app before your trip for easy train booking (sj.se).
Start at the Cathedral and work uphill to the Castle for the best views.
Saluhallen is the best lunch stop — arrive before 1 PM for best selection.
The Linnaeus Garden is only open May–September — check dates before visiting.
Allow 4–6 hours for a comfortable day trip; more if adding Gamla Uppsala.

What I'd Do Differently

Visit Gamla Uppsala for the Viking burial mounds — we ran out of time.
Spend more time at Gustavianum — the anatomical theatre is fascinating.