Gravendal (Swedish pronunciation: [ɡravɛnˈdɑːl]) [1] a minor locality in Ludvika Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden with a population of about 40.
Gravendal was founded by Sebastian Grave (1684-1748) in 1720 to meet the rising demand for Lumber. [2] Reaching a peak activity between the years 1881 thru 1909. [3] Located at the site was a saw, mill, trip hammer, sheetmetal smithy and nail smithy. Gravendal became among other things, known for the horseshoes forged there. [4]
Gravendal has given its name to one of Sweden's best-selling cider produced by Spendrups brewery.
60°2′N 14°30′E / 60.033°N 14.500°E