Sofiehem

Sofiehem is a residential area in Umeå, Sweden. Located close to Umeå University and Norrlands Universtitetssjukhus, it has historically been a preferred area for academics and medical doctors to settle with their families.

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Places of Interest

Highlights include University Hospital of Umeå and Bildmuseet.

University Hospital of Umeå

Hospital

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University Hospital of Umeå, in Swedish Norrlands universitetssjukhus, is the major hospital in northern Sweden, situated in Umeå. The hospital employs 5,600 people.

Bildmuseet

Museum

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Bildmuseet is a contemporary art museum in Umeå, northern Sweden.

Jesu Kristi kyrka av sista dagars heliga

Church

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Jesu Kristi kyrka av sista dagars heliga is a church.

Places in the Area

Nearby places include Ålidbacken and Gimonäs.

Ålidbacken

Suburb

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Tunnelbacken previously named Ålidbacken is a residential area in Umeå, Sweden. Tunnelbacken is located about 4 km from Umeå centrum. Umeå University and the University Hospital of Umeå are both located less than 1 km from the area.