In 1861, a decision was made to build a trail outside the city center, and 64 linden trees were planted as a first step. The people of Kalmar love this fantastically beautiful avenue!
The reason why so many parks began to be built in the 19th century was that people moved to the cities to work in industries and factories. They lived crowded, often in an unhygienic environment, and it became more important to have recreational opportunities outdoors. Most of Sweden's city parks were laid out during the second half of the 19th century. Here, people would breathe fresh air, enjoy the greenery, and participate in parties, dancing, theater and music in the parks.
Wholesaler Johan Jeansson donated a large sum to the park, which began construction in 1877 and was inaugurated in 1880. The park was laid out in the way that was modern then, with alternating open and closed rooms, winding corridors, flowering shrubbery and duck ponds with picturesque small bridges. There was also a Nordic part, with meadows and light birch groves. Several exotic trees were planted.