In medieval times, Storkyrkobrinken was the main slope leading up to the village church on the top of Stadsholmen. The crossing street Västerlånggatan was the street passing outside the city wall on the city's western side, and there was a city gate which permitted Storkyrkobrinken to enter the city.
During medieval times, Storkyrkobrinken served as the primary ascent leading to the village church situated atop Stadsholmen. The street Västerlånggatan ran parallel to the city wall on the western side of the city and featured a gate that permitted access for Storkyrkobrinken.