The three gasometers were constructed in different eras: the first in 1893, the second in 1902, and the third in 1912.
The buildings once supplied gas to the entire city of Gävle before the transition to natural gas and electrical heating.
The interior of the largest gasometer features a unique, echo-resistant acoustic dome created by the circular structural steel framework.
The site was decommissioned as a gas production facility in the mid-20th century before its repurposing in the 1990s.
Architecturally, the structures are protected under Swedish cultural heritage regulations due to their preserved industrial facade.
Gasklockorna Gävle is a cultural venue housed in three repurposed industrial gasometers located in the Gävle industrial district. These distinctive brick structures, originally built to store coal gas between 1893 and 1912, now serve as a multi-purpose facility for concerts, theater, exhibitions, and corporate events. The largest of the three bells features a flexible circular stage design suited for various acoustic performances. The site is a primary example of industrial heritage preservation, maintaining its historical steel and brick architecture while modernizing interior technical capabilities. It functions as one of Gävle's most significant cultural hubs, managed by the municipality to host both local and international acts. The area surrounding the gasometers has been redeveloped into a modern residential and leisure quarter while retaining the industrial aesthetic.
From the river bank across the water, which allows for the capture of all three circular brick silhouettes in a single frame.
Check the official municipal website for event-specific seating charts as acoustics vary significantly between the three different bell structures.
The venue lacks a permanent restaurant, so verify if your specific event includes catering or if you need to dine at nearby cafes before entry.
Dress in layers regardless of the season, as the large industrial volumes can create drafts even when the space is heated.
Do not attempt to access the private construction or service areas located behind the main gasometers, which are off-limits to the public.
The site operates exclusively based on scheduled event programming; it is not open for public walk-in tours outside of performance or exhibition hours.
