Västerås Municipality (Swedish: Västerås kommun) is a municipality municipality in Västmanland County in central Sweden. The municipal seat is the city of Västerås. The area combines an urban core on the shore of Lake Mälaren with surrounding countryside, smaller towns and villages, and is an important regional centre for business, services and transport.
Geography and communities
The municipality stretches along the eastern shore of Lake Mälaren and includes shoreline, agricultural land, patches of forest and suburban districts. Several population centres and neighbourhoods are administered from the central city; the municipality balances dense urban services with recreational waterfronts and rural landscapes.
History and administration
The present municipal structure emerged from the 20th-century reorganisation of local government in Sweden, when city and neighbouring rural areas were amalgamated into a single kommun. Local government is carried out by an elected municipal council and committees that oversee schools, social services, planning and local infrastructure.
Economy and transport
Västerås has a long industrial and engineering heritage, and today hosts manufacturing, energy and technology businesses alongside retail and public services. Good transport connections — rail links, major roads and a regional airport — support commuting, logistics and tourism. The municipal economy mixes established industry with growing service and tech sectors.
Culture, attractions and recreation
- Historical sites and open‑air museums reflecting regional heritage.
- Waterfront parks, marinas and lake activities on Mälaren.
- Cultural institutions including galleries, theatres and annual events.
- Archaeological and historical monuments in the surrounding countryside.
Västerås Municipality functions as a regional hub, offering municipal services for residents and visitors while preserving access to natural areas and historical places. For official information and services consult municipal resources or local visitor guides.