Stockholm's tiniest statue, Järnpojken is "little boy" and he sits in a small courthard. He is only 6 inches tall, sitting on a small table on a metal plate. Different times of year will find him dressed in appropriate clothing for current events or the weather. Knitted scarves are popular as are sunglasses. The statue dates back to 1967 by artist Liss Eriksson and it was originally titled, "The Boy Who Looks at the Moon." Rubbing his head bestows good luck as does leaving a small gift. It's a quick stop. [Review 18699 overall - 34 in Sweden - 2222 of 2022.] read more

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Such a cute statue! Very random find, but very cool. Came on a weekday early afternoon after lunch, and nobody was around for it. No money was scattered around it either, and my coworker who lives here says it usually has a scarf which it didn't have the day we went. Cool find though! read more

This is a pretty cool place to stop while in Gamla Stan. It's the smallest public statue in Stockholm. It translates to "little boy who looks at the moon". It's only 15 centimeters, so it's definitely really tiny. It's a bit of a tourist attraction so you'll likely find a few others there checking it out and taking pictures while you're there. I wouldn't go out of my way to come and see it, but if you're already in Gamla Stan, it's definitely worth stopping by. read more

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What an interesting tiny statue. This little sculpture is the smallest public monument in Stockholm, Sweden measuring less than 6 inches. Iron Boy is the "little boy who looks at the moon". He is a bit difficult to find. He is located behind the Finnish Church close to the Royal Palace. He is worth finding. Many times he will be dressed up. Many people like to make a wish as well. Literally, Iron Boy is one cool little attraction! read more

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Must see! I didn't know this existed until reading things to do.... and reading about this hidden gem. And it really is hidden!! You'll probably be on Galma stan anyways at some point if you're in Stockholm. So why not make this quick side trip to see this tiny monument! Literally the height of your hand-- depending on your hand size ;p Directions- go to the front of the Palace. With tour back to the front door of the Palace you should see a Finnish Church. Yellow building. You can also google this Church if you're not sure. There's a lot of construction going on in the area right now. Once you identify the Church go towards it and on the right there is a street/alleyway. Go down and you'll enter a court yard. And voila! The statue is near the middle!! In the winter he will be clothed. I was there and it was very warm- so no clothes needed. Make a donation and rub 'iron boy's' head. Take a few pics and you're on your way!! (donations go to the church) read more

Järnpojken - Awww - Local Flavor Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

I love those kind of little things. It was very great to go there during cold days as the boy had a small knitted hat and "scarf". If you're near the Royal Palace, this little boy is worth a look :) read more

Järnpojken - Local Flavor Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

This is a must see little statue in the old town area of Stockholm! The statue is of a little boy looking up at the moon. Discovered the state while on a tour - with all of the windy streets in the old town area I'm not sure I would have been able to find it on my own! Definitely worth checking out. read more

Järnpojken - Local Flavor Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

'Boy Looking at the Moon' / 'Iron Boy' -- a group of us accidentally stumbled upon this little guy, and I was happy we did because it was one of the attractions I found on yelp and wanted to check out. I didn't expect for him to be so tiny, but it made him super cute with the little scarf and hat ensemble he had going on. He's located in Old Town, sort off in a side space not on a main street, but pretty close to the Royal Palace. read more

Järnpojken - So tiny! - Local Flavor Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

Not easy to find , look for the Orange yellow finish church & wander thru to the rear courtyard , a modest but cute little statue awaits you , no more than a 5 min stop & go read more

Järnpojken - Local Flavor Near Me - Stockholm, Alberta

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