# Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge - History, Timings & Visitor Guide | GurdwaraSahib.in > Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge, Stockholm — Sweden's oldest Sikh gurdwara. Open daily 6AM–8PM. Free entry & langar every Sunday. # Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge Get Directions Share: Entry: Dress Code: Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is the oldest Sikh place of worship in Sweden, standing as the spiritual and cultural cornerstone of the Swedish Sikh diaspora. Located at Dymmelkärrsvägen 23 in Tullinge — a quiet, leafy residential suburb of Stockholm in Botkyrka Municipality — the gurdwara serves worshippers and visitors from across Scandinavia and beyond. Its coordinates place it in southern Greater Stockholm, approximately 20 kilometers south of the city center, making it readily accessible by both public transport and private vehicle. Managed by Sangat Sahib Förening, a registered Swedish religious association, the gurdwara was purpose-built and opened in 1995, formalizing decades of community effort to establish a permanent Sikh institution in Sweden. The complex houses a darbar sahib (main prayer hall), a langar hall (community kitchen and dining area), a children's play area, and ample parking facilities, making it a fully functional religious and community center. The gurdwara is open every day from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The main weekly congregation (diwan) is held on Sunday mornings from 10:00 AM until approximately 2:00–3:00 PM. Sunday services feature the recitation of Sukhmani Sahib Paath, soulful kirtan (devotional hymns), and a communal langar meal served at 1:00 PM to all visitors free of charge, regardless of faith or background. With an estimated 1,000–1,500 Sikhs living in Sweden — the majority concentrated in Stockholm and Gothenburg — Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge plays an outsized role in sustaining the religious and cultural identity of this relatively small but vibrant diaspora community. It has served as a gathering place for Sikhs who migrated from Punjab, East Africa, and the United Kingdom, as well as for Swedish converts and the growing number of Swedish-born Sikhs. The gurdwara warmly welcomes visitors of all faiths and nationalities. Interfaith groups, school excursions, members of the Swedish-Indian Society, and curious travelers have all passed through its doors over the years. This openness reflects core Sikh values of seva (selfless service), sangat (holy congregation), and the belief that the gurdwara is a house of God open to all of humanity. Whether one arrives seeking spiritual solace, cultural understanding, or simply a wholesome vegetarian meal, Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge offers an experience of genuine warmth and universal brotherhood rooted in the timeless teachings of the ten Sikh Gurus. ## Significance Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge holds profound religious and cultural significance as the oldest Sikh gurdwara in Sweden. For the Sikh community residing in Scandinavia, it represents both a spiritual anchor and a living repository of Punjabi language, music, and tradition in a predominantly Lutheran country far removed from Punjab's plains. At the heart of the darbar sahib rests the Guru Granth Sahib — the eternal, living scripture of Sikhism — installed on a raised palki (throne) and treated with supreme reverence. Worshippers bow before the Guru Granth Sahib upon entering as an act of devotion and humility. The recitation of Gurbani (sacred hymns) and the performance of kirtan during Sunday services connect worshippers to the divine teachings of the ten Sikh Gurus, from Guru Nanak Dev Ji (1469–1539) to Guru Gobind Singh Ji (1666–1708). The gurdwara's langar (community kitchen) embodies Guru Nanak's revolutionary principle of pangat — eating together as equals regardless of caste, religion, or social status. Free vegetarian meals served to all visitors every Sunday underscore the Sikh commitment to human equality and dignity, and have made the gurdwara a point of interfaith outreach and community cohesion in multicultural Stockholm. As the founding gurdwara of Swedish Sikhism, it functions as a pilgrimage point for Sikhs from across Scandinavia and northern Europe who may not have a gurdwara in their own city or country. It has been instrumental in representing Sikhism in Swedish interfaith forums, contributing to a broader understanding of Sikh values — truth (Sat), righteousness (Dharam), and selfless service (Seva) — within Swedish society. ## Nearby Gurdwaras ### Gurdwara Sahib Tullinge, Unknown 38 m away Gurdwara Sahib is a community gurdwara that serves as a center for worship, congregation, and social services for the local Sikh community located in Tullinge, Unknown. It is situated in Unknown. As with all gurdwaras, Gurdwara Sahib welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. The gurdwara serves as a place of worship where the Guru Granth Sahib (the holy scripture of the Sikhs) is kept with great reverence. The community gathers here for daily prayers (Nitnem), Kirtan (devotional singing of hymns from the Guru Granth Sahib), and Katha (religious discourse). The gurdwara operates a Langar (community kitchen) where free vegetarian meals are served to all visitors regardless of religion, caste, gender, economic status, or ethnicity. This practice, established by Guru Nanak Dev Ji and formalized by Guru Angad Dev Ji, embodies the Sikh principles of equality, sharing, and selfless service (Seva). Community ## Detailed History The history of Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is deeply intertwined with the broader story of Sikh migration to Scandinavia. According to Kristina Myrvold, Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Linnaeus University, Sikhs began arriving in Sweden primarily during the 1970s, drawn by Sweden's relatively open immigration policies and its demand for skilled and unskilled labor. Many of these early settlers hailed from Punjab, India, while others came via East Africa or the United Kingdom, where Sikh communities had already been established since the mid-twentieth century. In the earliest years of the community's formation, religious gatherings are believed to have taken place in private homes and rented halls across the Stockholm area. As the community grew through the late 1970s and 1980s, the aspiration to establish a formal, permanent place of worship became a central communal goal. The establishment of Sangat Sahib Förening — a registered Swedish religious and cultural association — marked a pivotal institutional milestone, providing the organizational framework necessary to acquire land and construct a dedicated gurdwara building. Years of collective fundraising, volunteer labor, and remarkable community solidarity culminated in the construction and inauguration of the current gurdwara building in 1995. This made Gurdwara Sangat Sahib not only the oldest Sikh congregation in Sweden by lineage but also the first gurdwara in the country to occupy a purpose-built structure. The 1995 opening was a landmark moment for Swedish Sikhs, symbolizing their permanent and confident place in Swedish civic and religious life. In the years following the opening, the gurdwara continued to grow in both congregation size and communal programming. The youth organization Sweden Sikhs, founded in December 2004, emerged from the Tullinge congregation and has played an important role in engaging the next generation of Swedish-born Sikhs with their religious and cultural heritage. Today the gurdwara hosts regular Sunday congregations, Gurpurab celebrations, Baisakhi festivities, and interfaith events that draw visitors from across Sweden and the broader Nordic region. The gurdwara has also developed relationships with Swedish civil society, hosting school groups, media, and representatives from interfaith organizations. In June, events organized with groups such as the Swedish-Indian Society have brought non-Sikh Swedes into the gurdwara for guided visits, further integrating the institution into the multicultural fabric of suburban Stockholm. ## Structures in the Complex ### Darbar Sahib (Main Prayer Hall) prayer_hall The spiritual heart of the gurdwara, housing the Guru Granth Sahib on a decorated palki (canopied throne). Worshippers sit on the carpeted floor during services; men and women are accommodated in separate sections. The hall is adorned with traditional Sikh textiles and devotional decorations. ### Langar Hall (Community Kitchen and Dining) langar_hall A spacious community kitchen and dining hall where free vegetarian meals are prepared and served by volunteers every Sunday and during festivals. The langar hall embodies the Sikh principle of equality, welcoming all visitors to eat together regardless of faith or background. ### Entrance and Shoe Storage entrance The main entrance where visitors remove their shoes and cover their heads before entering the sacred areas. Shoe racks and head covering provisions are typically available at the threshold. ### Children's Play Area museum A designated area for children within the gurdwara complex, making the facility family-friendly and accessible for families attending Sunday services and special events. ### Nishan Sahib (Flagpole) tower One or more tall saffron-colored flagpoles bearing the Sikh Khanda symbol, traditionally erected outside every gurdwara to mark its presence and spiritual significance. The nishan sahib at Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is visible from the surrounding neighborhood. ## Visitor Information ### Dress Code Head covering is mandatory (scarves provided for those without one). Shoes must be removed at the entrance. Modest clothing is recommended. Tobacco, alcohol, and intoxicants are strictly prohibited on the premises. ### Photography Photography policy not publicly specified; visitors should seek permission from gurdwara management before photographing inside the prayer hall out of respect for worshippers. ### Etiquette Bow before the Guru Granth Sahib upon entering the darbar sahib. Sit on the floor of the prayer hall (as a sign of equality). Men and women sit in separate sections. Maintain silence and reverence during prayers and kirtan. Non-Sikhs are warmly welcomed. ## Climate & Best Time to Visit ## Langar (Free Community Kitchen) Exact capacity not publicly specified; the langar hall is described as spacious and capable of accommodating large congregations during festivals. Seating Capacity ## Architecture Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is housed in a purpose-built structure inaugurated in 1995. The building is designed to fulfill the functional and spiritual requirements of a traditional gurdwara while harmonizing with the clean-lined architectural aesthetic of its suburban Swedish surroundings. The exterior is modest and functional, befitting northern European sensibilities, but is distinguished by one or more nishan sahibs — tall saffron-colored flagpoles bearing the Sikh Khanda symbol — that mark its identity as a gurdwara from a distance. The main darbar sahib (prayer hall) forms the spiritual core of the complex, where the Guru Granth Sahib is enshrined on a decorated palki at the center. The hall is adorned with traditional Sikh textiles, rumallas (decorative cloth offerings), and devotional imagery consistent with Sikh practice. Separate seating sections accommodate men and women on either side of the central aisle. The complex also includes a spacious langar hall (community kitchen and dining area) capable of serving large congregations during festivals and weekly services, a children's play area, ablution and shoe-storage facilities at the entrance, and ample outdoor parking. The building is equipped with modern amenities and is believed to be wheelchair accessible, ensuring that worshippers and visitors of all ages and abilities can participate fully in gurdwara life. ## Structures in the Complex ### Darbar Sahib (Main Prayer Hall) prayer_hall The spiritual heart of the gurdwara, housing the Guru Granth Sahib on a decorated palki (canopied throne). Worshippers sit on the carpeted floor during services; men and women are accommodated in separate sections. The hall is adorned with traditional Sikh textiles and devotional decorations. ### Langar Hall (Community Kitchen and Dining) langar_hall A spacious community kitchen and dining hall where free vegetarian meals are prepared and served by volunteers every Sunday and during festivals. The langar hall embodies the Sikh principle of equality, welcoming all visitors to eat together regardless of faith or background. ### Entrance and Shoe Storage entrance The main entrance where visitors remove their shoes and cover their heads before entering the sacred areas. Shoe racks and head covering provisions are typically available at the threshold. ### Children's Play Area museum A designated area for children within the gurdwara complex, making the facility family-friendly and accessible for families attending Sunday services and special events. ### Nishan Sahib (Flagpole) tower One or more tall saffron-colored flagpoles bearing the Sikh Khanda symbol, traditionally erected outside every gurdwara to mark its presence and spiritual significance. The nishan sahib at Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is visible from the surrounding neighborhood. ## Events & Celebrations ### gurpurab #### Guru Nanak Gurpurab Celebration of the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism. Observed with extended kirtan sessions, Akhand Path (continuous reading of the Guru Granth Sahib), a special langar, and community gatherings. One of the most important events in the Sikh calendar, drawing large congregations to the gurdwara. #### Guru Gobind Singh Gurpurab Celebration of the birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Sikh Guru and founder of the Khalsa, observed in January. Special kirtan programs and langar are organized at the gurdwara. ### festival #### Baisakhi The celebration of the founding of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699, observed in April. At Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge, Baisakhi is marked with special prayers, kirtan, and a festive community langar. It also serves as a harvest celebration and new year festival for many Punjabis. #### Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas Observed in October/November, Bandi Chhor Divas commemorates the release of Guru Hargobind Ji from Gwalior Fort along with 52 other prisoners. Sikhs celebrate with kirtan, prayers, illumination, and community meals at the gurdwara. ### weekly #### Sunday Diwan (Weekly Congregation) The main weekly religious service held every Sunday from 10:00 AM to approximately 2:00–3:00 PM. The program includes the recitation of Sukhmani Sahib Paath, live kirtan (devotional music), an ardas (Sikh prayer), and hukamnama (reading from the Guru Granth Sahib), followed by langar at 1:00 PM. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### visiting Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is open every day from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The main weekly congregation (diwan) takes place on Sundays from 10:00 AM to approximately 2:00–3:00 PM, featuring Sukhmani Sahib Paath, kirtan, and langar. Visitors are welcome at any time during opening hours. Yes, langar (a free vegetarian community meal) is served every Sunday at approximately 1:00 PM, following the morning kirtan service. Langar is open to everyone regardless of religion, nationality, or background, in keeping with the Sikh tradition of equality and service. Extended langar is also offered during major festivals such as Guru Nanak Gurpurab and Baisakhi. Absolutely. Like all gurdwaras, Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge warmly welcomes visitors of all faiths and backgrounds. Interfaith groups, school excursions, tourists, and curious individuals have all been welcomed. Visitors should cover their heads, remove their shoes, and refrain from bringing tobacco or alcohol onto the premises. All visitors must cover their heads before entering — scarves or head coverings may be available at the entrance if you do not have your own. Shoes must be removed at the entrance. Modest, respectful clothing is encouraged. Tobacco, alcohol, and other intoxicants are strictly prohibited on the gurdwara premises. Yes, the gurdwara has ample parking available on-site for visitors arriving by private vehicle. It is located at Dymmelkärrsvägen 23, Tullinge, which is easily accessible by car from the E4/E20 motorway south of Stockholm. ### history Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge is the oldest Sikh gurdwara in Sweden. The Sikh community in Sweden began forming in the 1970s when Sikhs arrived as economic migrants and refugees. After years of holding services in private homes and rented halls, the community — organized under Sangat Sahib Förening — built a permanent, purpose-built gurdwara that was inaugurated in 1995. It has since served as the primary Sikh institution in Sweden. The gurdwara celebrates all major Sikh festivals, including Guru Nanak Gurpurab (birthday of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, in October/November), Baisakhi (founding of the Khalsa, in April), Guru Gobind Singh Gurpurab (January), and other Gurpurabs throughout the year. These events feature extended kirtan programs, special langar, and community gatherings drawing Sikhs from across Sweden and Scandinavia. ### transport The gurdwara is located at Dymmelkärrsvägen 23, 146 50 Tullinge, Sweden. By public transport, take Bus 722 (towards Tullinge Station) or Bus 713 (towards Tumba Station) from Huddinge Hospital and alight at 'Dymmelkärrsvägen' — a 3-minute walk from the gurdwara. By commuter train, Tullinge Station (Pendeltåg J14 line) is approximately 10–15 minutes' walk away. By car from Stockholm city center, take the E4/E20 south, approximately 25–35 minutes. Suggest an Edit Upload Photos ![Marker](https://unpkg.com/leaflet@1.9.4/dist/images/marker-icon.png) Gurdwara Sangat Sahib Tuellinge Leaflet Get Directions → ### Contribute Help improve this page. Suggest edits, add photos, or share information about this Gurdwara. Suggest an Edit