Den gyldene freden

Den gyldene freden, or The Golden Peace, is a historic restaurant located in the Gamla stan area of Stockholm, Sweden. Established in 1722, it is recognized as the second oldest restaurant in the world with unchanged surroundings, offering a unique glimpse into 18th-century tavern life. Named after the Peace of Nystad, the restaurant has been a cultural hub for renowned Swedish writers and artists, including Anders Zorn, who saved it from closure in 1919. The Swedish Academy, which nominates the Nobel Prize in Literature, holds its weekly dinners here, adding to the restaurant's rich literary heritage. Visitors can enjoy a meal in a setting steeped in history and artistic significance.