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Round trip through southern Sweden
Travelogue
Entry with dog
The previously prescribed blood tests and wormers are no longer required. Thus:
- Microchipped D-marking (a clearly visible tattoo is only sufficient for animals tattooed before 3 July 2011).
- Vaccination against rabies for dogs, cats and ferrets from 12 weeks of age according to the recommendations of the vaccine manufacturer with an approved vaccine.
- Documentation in the form of a pet passport in which the responsible veterinarian notes all necessary measures.
- The animal must be declared at customs.
If you are traveling with six or more animals, for example to take part in a competition, exhibition, sporting event or training, special regulations apply.
The same rules apply to pets from Switzerland, as Switzerland is classified as a country with a low risk of rabies.
Supplements and further information about the current rules are continuously published on the Swedish Agency for Agriculture's website. If you have any questions about the regulations listed, please contact the Swedish Agricultural Agency in Jönköping directly.
Service line for dog and cat inquiries: Tel.: 0046-771-223 223 Telephone hours: Monday - Friday 08.00-12.00, 13.00-16.30 E-mail: jordbruksverket@jordbruksverket.se
You can also register your dog and cat with Swedish customs online. To do this, go to the link, enter your email address and click on the symbol that corresponds to the question. You will then receive an email with a link that you can use to register the animal online. Tip: You can change the language at the top right of the linked page.
Please also note that in Sweden there are sometimes different customs for dealing with dogs. Dogs are generally kept on a leash and dog waste is removed.
Entry with dog
The previously prescribed blood tests and wormers are no longer required. Thus:
- Microchipped D-marking (a clearly visible tattoo is only sufficient for animals tattooed before 3 July 2011).
- Vaccination against rabies for dogs, cats and ferrets from 12 weeks of age according to the recommendations of the vaccine manufacturer with an approved vaccine.
- Documentation in the form of a pet passport in which the responsible veterinarian notes all necessary measures.
- The animal must be declared at customs.
If you are traveling with six or more animals, for example to take part in a competition, exhibition, sporting event or training, special regulations apply.
The same rules apply to pets from Switzerland, as Switzerland is classified as a country with a low risk of rabies.
Supplements and further information about the current rules are continuously published on the Swedish Agency for Agriculture's website. If you have any questions about the regulations listed, please contact the Swedish Agricultural Agency in Jönköping directly.
Service line for dog and cat inquiries: Tel.: 0046-771-223 223 Telephone hours: Monday - Friday 08.00-12.00, 13.00-16.30 E-mail: jordbruksverket@jordbruksverket.se
You can also register your dog and cat with Swedish customs online. To do this, go to the link, enter your email address and click on the symbol that corresponds to the question. You will then receive an email with a link that you can use to register the animal online. Tip: You can change the language at the top right of the linked page.
Please also note that in Sweden there are sometimes different customs for dealing with dogs. Dogs are generally kept on a leash and dog waste is removed.
www.guldborgcamping.dk/de/
The coastal city of Malmö in the southern Swedish region of Skåne offers an exciting mix of historic charm and urban pulse. Here you will find sights, activities and, last but not least, culinary delights for every taste.
Good to know:
- The average age of Malmo residents is 36 years. This makes Malmo one of Sweden's youngest cities.
- The artist collective Anonymouse have built miniature houses, restaurants, shops and amusement parks all over the city - for mice. So look at your feet to discover the little world on the ground.
- The Turning Torso was the world's first "twisted" skyscraper. At its full height it twists 90 degrees around its own axis.
Located on Sweden's southern tip across from Copenhagen in Denmark, Malmö is the country's third largest city after Stockholm and Gothenburg. Modern, diverse, delicious: Malmö is one of the most diverse cities in Scandinavia. Skyscrapers tower over centuries-old squares, and unassuming brick facades house art treasures of modern and classic works. This incredible city will capture your heart and make you want to come back.
Malmö was founded in the late 12th century and originally belonged to Denmark. Only in 1658 did the city become Swedish. With around 344,000 residents from over 170 countries, Malmö is a melting pot of cultures and flavors.
The weather in Malmö, the capital of the southern Swedish province of Skåne, is slightly milder than in the rest of the country. Being by the sea means it can get windy at times, but generally the summers are warm and the winters are no colder than in central Europe.
The coastal city of Malmö in the southern Swedish region of Skåne offers an exciting mix of historic charm and urban pulse. Here you will find sights, activities and, last but not least, culinary delights for every taste.
Good to know:
- The average age of Malmo residents is 36 years. This makes Malmo one of Sweden's youngest cities.
- The artist collective Anonymouse have built miniature houses, restaurants, shops and amusement parks all over the city - for mice. So look at your feet to discover the little world on the ground.
- The Turning Torso was the world's first "twisted" skyscraper. At its full height it twists 90 degrees around its own axis.
Located on Sweden's southern tip across from Copenhagen in Denmark, Malmö is the country's third largest city after Stockholm and Gothenburg. Modern, diverse, delicious: Malmö is one of the most diverse cities in Scandinavia. Skyscrapers tower over centuries-old squares, and unassuming brick facades house art treasures of modern and classic works. This incredible city will capture your heart and make you want to come back.
Malmö was founded in the late 12th century and originally belonged to Denmark. Only in 1658 did the city become Swedish. With around 344,000 residents from over 170 countries, Malmö is a melting pot of cultures and flavors.
The weather in Malmö, the capital of the southern Swedish province of Skåne, is slightly milder than in the rest of the country. Being by the sea means it can get windy at times, but generally the summers are warm and the winters are no colder than in central Europe.
A must is the city of Malmö, which can be seen from afar with the 190 meter high "Turning Torso".
A must is the city of Malmö, which can be seen from afar with the 190 meter high "Turning Torso".
An imposing building is Malmöhus Castle, which was built in 1434.
An imposing building is Malmöhus Castle, which was built in 1434.
You can end the evening well in one of the many good restaurants on the square "Lilla Torg".
You can end the evening well in one of the many good restaurants on the square "Lilla Torg".
Trelleborg is not only Sweden's southernmost city, but also one of the oldest. Where a thousand years ago Vikings founded their first settlements and built a ring castle, Trelleborg in Swedish, you will now find a lively cultural landscape on the coast of the Baltic Sea. The port of Smygehuk at Sweden's southernmost point crowns the 35 km long coastline. With cultural treasures and culinary delights, Trelleborg is an experience in itself. Nowhere in Sweden is the soil as fertile as around Trelleborg. Farmers and local producers bring Scanian specialties to the table.
Trelleborg is not only Sweden's southernmost city, but also one of the oldest. Where a thousand years ago Vikings founded their first settlements and built a ring castle, Trelleborg in Swedish, you will now find a lively cultural landscape on the coast of the Baltic Sea. The port of Smygehuk at Sweden's southernmost point crowns the 35 km long coastline. With cultural treasures and culinary delights, Trelleborg is an experience in itself. Nowhere in Sweden is the soil as fertile as around Trelleborg. Farmers and local producers bring Scanian specialties to the table.
https://angavallen.se/en/
https://hallongarden.se/
The Viking Age lasted from 793 to 1050 and influenced all of Scandinavia. The image of the sailing pirates with horn helmets persists, but it is not entirely true. The early Scandinavians practiced crafts, agriculture and peaceful trade. Trelleborg played an important role in Viking times due to its coastal location.
The unusually dense population left its mark. In the 1980s, archaeologists discovered traces of a Viking castle! And what a river: 140 meters in diameter, crossed by four streets and connected directly to the sea by a watercourse. A quarter of the castle has been rebuilt. You can cross it via Bryggaregatan, which leads towards Lund as it did a millennium ago.
www.trelleborg.se/uppleva-gora...
The Viking Age lasted from 793 to 1050 and influenced all of Scandinavia. The image of the sailing pirates with horn helmets persists, but it is not entirely true. The early Scandinavians practiced crafts, agriculture and peaceful trade. Trelleborg played an important role in Viking times due to its coastal location.
The unusually dense population left its mark. In the 1980s, archaeologists discovered traces of a Viking castle! And what a river: 140 meters in diameter, crossed by four streets and connected directly to the sea by a watercourse. A quarter of the castle has been rebuilt. You can cross it via Bryggaregatan, which leads towards Lund as it did a millennium ago.
www.trelleborg.se/uppleva-gora...
To the east of Trelleborg, a promontory extends into the sea. At its end is Smygehuk, a small town that used to be popular with smugglers. There the salty wind blows in your face, the sea seems endless. At the harbor stands the lighthouse from 1883. What used to be the modest home of lighthouse keeper Hittinus Hjelte Mattsson is now an STF youth hostel.
200 years ago traders exchanged goods on the Köpmansmagasinet. Today the old warehouse houses a café and a gallery with arts and crafts. Sweden's southernmost shrimp sandwich awaits you at Smyge Fisk. In the small marina, a signpost tells you how far away the European metropolises are. Would you have thought that Berlin is only 314 kilometers away from Sweden's southern tip, but the capital Stockholm is 500 kilometers away and Lapland is even 1500 kilometers away? In the summertime, Smygehuk proves to be a bustling destination of music, culture and activities. In autumn you have sunsets and clear air almost to yourself.
To the east of Trelleborg, a promontory extends into the sea. At its end is Smygehuk, a small town that used to be popular with smugglers. There the salty wind blows in your face, the sea seems endless. At the harbor stands the lighthouse from 1883. What used to be the modest home of lighthouse keeper Hittinus Hjelte Mattsson is now an STF youth hostel.
200 years ago traders exchanged goods on the Köpmansmagasinet. Today the old warehouse houses a café and a gallery with arts and crafts. Sweden's southernmost shrimp sandwich awaits you at Smyge Fisk. In the small marina, a signpost tells you how far away the European metropolises are. Would you have thought that Berlin is only 314 kilometers away from Sweden's southern tip, but the capital Stockholm is 500 kilometers away and Lapland is even 1500 kilometers away? In the summertime, Smygehuk proves to be a bustling destination of music, culture and activities. In autumn you have sunsets and clear air almost to yourself.
Ystad now enjoys worldwide fame thanks to the novel character Inspector Wallander. And the town, with its medieval, pastel-colored wooden houses, cobbled streets and sunny market squares, really is every bit as attractive as the films and TV series make it out to be.
If you join one of the Wallander tours, you will also get to know most of the city and its historical sights at the same time. If not: the most important are St. Knut's Square, the Franciscan monastery from the 12th century and the adjacent St. Peter's Church and Museum. There are many good cafes and restaurants in Ystad, and no, you don't have to eat pizza and hamburgers like Inspector Wallander.
https://www.kosmopoetin.com/wa...
Ystad now enjoys worldwide fame thanks to the novel character Inspector Wallander. And the town, with its medieval, pastel-colored wooden houses, cobbled streets and sunny market squares, really is every bit as attractive as the films and TV series make it out to be.
If you join one of the Wallander tours, you will also get to know most of the city and its historical sights at the same time. If not: the most important are St. Knut's Square, the Franciscan monastery from the 12th century and the adjacent St. Peter's Church and Museum. There are many good cafes and restaurants in Ystad, and no, you don't have to eat pizza and hamburgers like Inspector Wallander.
https://www.kosmopoetin.com/wa...
Kivik Art Center is located in the scenic area of Österlen on Skåne's east coast. The landscape is a sight in itself, but this sculpture park, established in 2006, is also home to unique architectural works by Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, architect David Chipperfield, and has one of the few surviving examples of Venturo, the famous futuristic plastic house built in 1971 by the designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen. The latest addition is Nine Towers (for Jene), the first outdoor sculpture in Scandinavia by American conceptual artist Sol LeWitt (1928-2007).
Kivik Art Center is located in the scenic area of Österlen on Skåne's east coast. The landscape is a sight in itself, but this sculpture park, established in 2006, is also home to unique architectural works by Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, architect David Chipperfield, and has one of the few surviving examples of Venturo, the famous futuristic plastic house built in 1971 by the designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen. The latest addition is Nine Towers (for Jene), the first outdoor sculpture in Scandinavia by American conceptual artist Sol LeWitt (1928-2007).
www.firstcamp.de/destination/ahus-kristianstad
www.firstcamp.de/destination/ahus-kristianstad
Sometimes the small town is bursting at the seams because it organizes the largest beach handball tournament in the world with over 1,000 teams (week 28/29). Because it's going so well, a beach football tournament has now been added (week 26/27). If you like it quiet and not like Mallorca, you should avoid Åhus during these events. Otherwise the place is beautiful and cozy.
Sometimes the small town is bursting at the seams because it organizes the largest beach handball tournament in the world with over 1,000 teams (week 28/29). Because it's going so well, a beach football tournament has now been added (week 26/27). If you like it quiet and not like Mallorca, you should avoid Åhus during these events. Otherwise the place is beautiful and cozy.
Åhus has a medieval town center with a small piece of the old town wall. Around the Torget, the market square, are the Åhus Museum and St. Mary's Church. There is a popular ice cream stand on the cobbled Torget, which is crowded with tourists in the summer.
Three Swedish sins: eel, tobacco and vodka
The coast here in Hanö Bay is called the “eel coast”. It extends all the way down to Stenshuvud National Park. Unfortunately, there aren't that many eels left, and their consumption isn't without controversy either.
Åhus is known for two other things that are also not uncontroversial: tobacco and vodka.
Tobacco was mainly grown here on the Eel Coast at the end of the 19th century. At that time the annual production was 400 tons. An “Åhus Havana” was also made. The last harvest was brought in in 1964 - after that the cultivation of tobacco came to an end.
Absolut Vodka has been distilled locally since 1879 and is by far Sweden's biggest export hit.
Åhus has a medieval town center with a small piece of the old town wall. Around the Torget, the market square, are the Åhus Museum and St. Mary's Church. There is a popular ice cream stand on the cobbled Torget, which is crowded with tourists in the summer.
Three Swedish sins: eel, tobacco and vodka
The coast here in Hanö Bay is called the “eel coast”. It extends all the way down to Stenshuvud National Park. Unfortunately, there aren't that many eels left, and their consumption isn't without controversy either.
Åhus is known for two other things that are also not uncontroversial: tobacco and vodka.
Tobacco was mainly grown here on the Eel Coast at the end of the 19th century. At that time the annual production was 400 tons. An “Åhus Havana” was also made. The last harvest was brought in in 1964 - after that the cultivation of tobacco came to an end.
Absolut Vodka has been distilled locally since 1879 and is by far Sweden's biggest export hit.
Guided tours are available for visitors to the center. There are also tastings and dishes from the region in the restaurant of the factory and distillery.
www.schwedentipps.se/absolut-v...
Guided tours are available for visitors to the center. There are also tastings and dishes from the region in the restaurant of the factory and distillery.
www.schwedentipps.se/absolut-v...
Residence city of Karlskrona is best known for the naval port, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1998. The city was founded in 1680 under King Charles XI. created as a naval base - 22 years after Blekinge was transferred from Denmark to Sweden. Fortifications, centuries-old churches, elegant squares and sweeping boulevards are testament to a place that was once of national importance. The city center with the strikingly large main square (Stortorget) is on the island of Trossö. Architectural sights include the Trinity Church (Trefaldighetskyrkan) built around 1700, the Frederick Church (Fredrikskyrkan) begun in 1720 and the Town Hall (Rådhus) built in 1790.
One of the oldest buildings is the Kungsholm Fortress, which was built in 1680 on the offshore island of Tjurkö. Right next to it - on the island of Aspö - is the citadel of Drottningskär, which is one of Sweden's most important historic military buildings. It can be reached by ferry from Karlskrona. The Regional Museum (Blekinge Museum; housed in City Palace Grevagården) and the Naval Museum provide information about the region and its strategic importance for Swedish shipping.
Are you more romantic and prefer red houses to submarines and figureheads? Then make a detour to the Brändaholm headland with an allotment settlement characterized by cottages and picturesque alleys from the 1920s and providing the perfect backdrop for leisurely walks.
The city of Karlshamn with around 20,000 inhabitants is another worthwhile day trip destination in Blekinge. Sights include the Fortress (Kastellet) and the 'Asschier'sche Haus' (Asschierska Huset), a 17th-century half-timbered building that once served as the town hall and prison.
https://www.visitkarlskrona.se...
Residence city of Karlskrona is best known for the naval port, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1998. The city was founded in 1680 under King Charles XI. created as a naval base - 22 years after Blekinge was transferred from Denmark to Sweden. Fortifications, centuries-old churches, elegant squares and sweeping boulevards are testament to a place that was once of national importance. The city center with the strikingly large main square (Stortorget) is on the island of Trossö. Architectural sights include the Trinity Church (Trefaldighetskyrkan) built around 1700, the Frederick Church (Fredrikskyrkan) begun in 1720 and the Town Hall (Rådhus) built in 1790.
One of the oldest buildings is the Kungsholm Fortress, which was built in 1680 on the offshore island of Tjurkö. Right next to it - on the island of Aspö - is the citadel of Drottningskär, which is one of Sweden's most important historic military buildings. It can be reached by ferry from Karlskrona. The Regional Museum (Blekinge Museum; housed in City Palace Grevagården) and the Naval Museum provide information about the region and its strategic importance for Swedish shipping.
Are you more romantic and prefer red houses to submarines and figureheads? Then make a detour to the Brändaholm headland with an allotment settlement characterized by cottages and picturesque alleys from the 1920s and providing the perfect backdrop for leisurely walks.
The city of Karlshamn with around 20,000 inhabitants is another worthwhile day trip destination in Blekinge. Sights include the Fortress (Kastellet) and the 'Asschier'sche Haus' (Asschierska Huset), a 17th-century half-timbered building that once served as the town hall and prison.
https://www.visitkarlskrona.se...
At just under 3,000 square kilometers, the coastal region of Blekinge in south-eastern Sweden is just slightly larger than Saarland, making it the country's smallest province. But there is still no lack of experiences. On the contrary: the manageable area has room for a varied landscape, and the breathtaking archipelago islands are not to be scoffed at either. There are over a hundred nature reserves there, half of which are in the archipelago. Islands not to be missed include Hanö, Tjärö, Aspö and Utklippan.
At just under 3,000 square kilometers, the coastal region of Blekinge in south-eastern Sweden is just slightly larger than Saarland, making it the country's smallest province. But there is still no lack of experiences. On the contrary: the manageable area has room for a varied landscape, and the breathtaking archipelago islands are not to be scoffed at either. There are over a hundred nature reserves there, half of which are in the archipelago. Islands not to be missed include Hanö, Tjärö, Aspö and Utklippan.
www.camping.info/de/campingpla...
www.camping.info/de/campingpla...
Founded in the Middle Ages, Kalmar has a thousand-year history as a Nordic center of power and trade. In the 13th century, many merchants of German origin lived there, who made a fortune by exporting butter, iron, limestone from Öland and wood from the Småland forests. At that time - and well into the 17th century - the regions of Skåne and Blekinge in what is now southern Sweden belonged to Denmark, and Kalmar was an important town on Sweden's southern border. The strategic importance is visible at the impressive Kalmar Castle, where the Kalmar Union between Sweden, Denmark and Norway was sealed in 1397.
Fascinating architecture in the old town
A stroll through the city will help you understand why Kalmar is so popular with architecture lovers. The cobbled streets of the old town are lined with well-preserved buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is also the Gamla Stan district with cute wooden houses, where the medieval center of Kalmar used to be.
The highlight of the tour is Kalmar Castle, which began as a fortified tower in the 12th century before being transformed into a magnificent Renaissance castle around 400 years later by King Gustav Vasa. Take a guided tour or explore the exhibition on your own. Most of it is described in German. In the castle restaurant you can help yourself to the lavish buffet at lunchtime or treat yourself to a sweet "fika".
Kalmar is partly built on islands, and the largest of these is called Kvarnholmen. The city center has been there since the 17th century. It is surrounded by a city wall and consists mostly of historical buildings. Particularly worth seeing are the Castenska Gården from 1667 with the striking stepped gable, and the baroque Kalmar Cathedral, designed by the court architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder. Ä. designed and built in 1660-1699.
In the County Museum (Kalmar Läns Museum) you can delve deeper into the history of the city and its surroundings. An exciting exhibition is dedicated to the warship "Kronan" that sank in 1676 and, along with the "Vasa", was one of the most powerful sailing ships of the 17th century. Of the approximately 20,000 items recovered from the wreck, gold coins and cannons are on display, as well as remains of the ship itself.
Hiking and cycling in Kalmar and Småland
The varied landscape around Kalmar - with lush open landscapes and coastal charm - is made for adventures on land and sea. The Kalmarsundsleden path stretches for around 200 kilometers along the coast: from Björnhultet in the north through Kalmar to Bröms in the south. It is equally suitable for hikers and cyclists.
In general, Kalmar's surroundings offer the best conditions for cycling with wide country roads and an extensive network of cycle paths. In summer you can also take your bike on the ferry to Öland (from Oskarshamn).
Since Kalmar comprises several islands and peninsulas in the Baltic Sea, there are numerous opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. For example, you can paddle through the channel that separates the island of Kvarnholmen from the mainland and see the castle from the water. The centrally located company Kalmar Kayak rents out kayaks and SUPs and also offers guided paddling tours and courses.
There are many beaches in Kalmar and you can even go swimming in the middle of the city. Three kilometers south of the center, the elongated island of Stensö with its beautiful beaches also juts out into the Baltic Sea. At the southern tip, Gustav Vasa set foot on Swedish soil for the first time in 1520 – after years in exile. He then broke Sweden from the unloved union with Denmark and Norway. A monument (Vasastenen) marks the historic spot.
Founded in the Middle Ages, Kalmar has a thousand-year history as a Nordic center of power and trade. In the 13th century, many merchants of German origin lived there, who made a fortune by exporting butter, iron, limestone from Öland and wood from the Småland forests. At that time - and well into the 17th century - the regions of Skåne and Blekinge in what is now southern Sweden belonged to Denmark, and Kalmar was an important town on Sweden's southern border. The strategic importance is visible at the impressive Kalmar Castle, where the Kalmar Union between Sweden, Denmark and Norway was sealed in 1397.
Fascinating architecture in the old town
A stroll through the city will help you understand why Kalmar is so popular with architecture lovers. The cobbled streets of the old town are lined with well-preserved buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is also the Gamla Stan district with cute wooden houses, where the medieval center of Kalmar used to be.
The highlight of the tour is Kalmar Castle, which began as a fortified tower in the 12th century before being transformed into a magnificent Renaissance castle around 400 years later by King Gustav Vasa. Take a guided tour or explore the exhibition on your own. Most of it is described in German. In the castle restaurant you can help yourself to the lavish buffet at lunchtime or treat yourself to a sweet "fika".
Kalmar is partly built on islands, and the largest of these is called Kvarnholmen. The city center has been there since the 17th century. It is surrounded by a city wall and consists mostly of historical buildings. Particularly worth seeing are the Castenska Gården from 1667 with the striking stepped gable, and the baroque Kalmar Cathedral, designed by the court architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder. Ä. designed and built in 1660-1699.
In the County Museum (Kalmar Läns Museum) you can delve deeper into the history of the city and its surroundings. An exciting exhibition is dedicated to the warship "Kronan" that sank in 1676 and, along with the "Vasa", was one of the most powerful sailing ships of the 17th century. Of the approximately 20,000 items recovered from the wreck, gold coins and cannons are on display, as well as remains of the ship itself.
Hiking and cycling in Kalmar and Småland
The varied landscape around Kalmar - with lush open landscapes and coastal charm - is made for adventures on land and sea. The Kalmarsundsleden path stretches for around 200 kilometers along the coast: from Björnhultet in the north through Kalmar to Bröms in the south. It is equally suitable for hikers and cyclists.
In general, Kalmar's surroundings offer the best conditions for cycling with wide country roads and an extensive network of cycle paths. In summer you can also take your bike on the ferry to Öland (from Oskarshamn).
Since Kalmar comprises several islands and peninsulas in the Baltic Sea, there are numerous opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. For example, you can paddle through the channel that separates the island of Kvarnholmen from the mainland and see the castle from the water. The centrally located company Kalmar Kayak rents out kayaks and SUPs and also offers guided paddling tours and courses.
There are many beaches in Kalmar and you can even go swimming in the middle of the city. Three kilometers south of the center, the elongated island of Stensö with its beautiful beaches also juts out into the Baltic Sea. At the southern tip, Gustav Vasa set foot on Swedish soil for the first time in 1520 – after years in exile. He then broke Sweden from the unloved union with Denmark and Norway. A monument (Vasastenen) marks the historic spot.
You can quickly get to Kalmar via the E22 in a northerly direction. The Kalmar Union between the kingdoms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden was sealed in the mighty castle in 1397. Only a few kilometers away you can cross the 6,060 meter long bridge "Ölandsbron" to the island of Öland. Many campsites, low rainfall, some beaches and many sights such as the steppe "Stora Alvaret", the many windmills, Solliden Castle, the Eketorp refuge and the ruins of Borgholm make a stay on the island an experience. Öland is also known for its rich bird life, which attracts numerous ornithologists.
The Swedish royal family has been spending their summer holidays on the Baltic Sea island of Öland for over a hundred years. What is the attraction of the second largest Swedish island? Maybe it's the mixture of the special nature and the millennia-long history - Öland has been inhabited longer than most other places in Sweden.
The elongated, narrow island measures 137 km from north to south and is only 16 km at its widest point. Its special characteristics make Öland a paradise for a wide range of visitors. Nature lovers are drawn to the 75 (!) nature reserves with flora and fauna typical of the island, including hundreds of bird and wild animal species. Wind and kite surfers take advantage of the long coastline with an ever-present breeze. And history and culture buffs can learn about ancient Swedes through ruins, rune stones and medieval villages.
When you drive over Öland you will notice the many windmills. Wind plays an important role in the ecosystem on such a flat island, and in the 19th century there were around 2,000 windmills between the north and south tips. Although only 350 of them are preserved and these are also closed, they characterize the Öland landscape.
With a coastline more than 300 km long, bather-friendly beaches and distinctive cuisine, Öland is just the thing for relaxing days and lasting memories of holidays in southern Sweden.
Solliden Castle: Where the royal family vacations
A special family moves into a castle: the Swedish royal family relaxes in Solliden Castle in the summer. From the beginning of May to the end of September, the Italian-style park is open to visitors, and you can refresh yourself in the Café Kaffetorpet. However, the interior of the castle is private. Crown Princess Victoria's birthday on July 14 is celebrated here every year.
The royal summer residence Solliden was built in 1906 for the then Crown Princess, also named Victoria. Inspired by her doctor and friend Axel Munthe and his villa on the Italian island of Capri, she too wanted a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that would promote her health while providing a break from the Stockholm court. Öland, like the island of Gotland, has a milder climate than the rest of Sweden, making it perfect for this development.
Borgholm: port town with castle ruins
Near Solliden Castle are the ruins of Borgholm Castle, which is a symbol of Öland thanks to its striking silhouette. A fire in 1806 reduced the once imposing castle to ruins, but there is still enough left to recommend a visit. The walls that have been preserved now house the “Rise & Fall” exhibition on the 900-year history of the castle. In summer, the inner courtyard serves as an atmospheric backdrop for pop concerts.
The town of Borgholm, which has around 4,300 inhabitants and is within walking distance of the two castles, is worth a stroll. Here you have a number of accommodation options to choose from, for example the Hotel Drottning Victorias Vilohem with views of the Kalmar Sound, or the Hotel Borgholm, which includes a stylish, fine dining restaurant that has been decorated with a Michelin star since 2021 and also features the White Guide gourmet guide recommends.
UNESCO World Heritage on Öland
Over a third of Öland has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Agricultural Landscape of Southern Öland since 2000. That's 560 square kilometers protected - twice the area of Dortmund - with villages, stone walls and barren limestone plateaus, so-called "Alvar". The area has been inhabited and farmed by humans for around 5,000 years.
The landscape is dominated by the limestone plateau of Stora Alvaret, which at 260 square kilometers makes up almost half of the World Heritage Site and one-fifth of the entire island of Öland. Extensive exploration is worthwhile.
In Degerhamn on Öland's southern tip stands Lange Jan (Långe Jahn), Sweden's tallest lighthouse and one of the island's most popular attractions. It was built in 1785 and still has a great view that justifies the climb over 197 steps. The lighthouse is surrounded by the Ottenby Nature Reserve, which is known for its many feathered residents and visitors: around 140 species of birds romp here and there is a station for bird watchers (Ottenby Fågelstation).
Museum Vida: modern art on ÖlandÖland shows its modern side at the VIDA art museum (http://www.vidamuseum.com/ ) south of Borgholm, one of Sweden's largest private art galleries. Opened in 2001, the gallery presents two permanent exhibitions of the work of glass artists and designers Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Bertil Vallien, who designed, among other things, colorful vases and objects decorated with faces for the Swedish glass giant Kosta Boda. Both have been active since the 1960s and, in addition to glass art, have also created ceramics, sculptures and paintings.
There is also plenty of space for changing exhibitions in four other exhibition rooms. In the well-stocked museum shop with Swedish glass and design you are sure to find an original souvenir of your holiday on Öland. And right next to the museum is the charming Hotel Halltorp, which invites well-known Swedish musicians to atmospheric concerts in the garden in summer.
The taste of Öland: nothing going on without a dumpling!Thanks to its southern location and mild climate, Öland is one of Sweden's most fertile areas. The restaurants can use products from the island and use them to conjure up traditional and modern dishes.
A classic of Öland cuisine is the "kroppkakor": relatively firm potato dumplings filled with diced bacon and onions and served with lingonberry jam. Many restaurants on the island have the hearty specialty on the menu. The restaurant Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat in Färjestaden has made the dish particularly big.
You can quickly get to Kalmar via the E22 in a northerly direction. The Kalmar Union between the kingdoms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden was sealed in the mighty castle in 1397. Only a few kilometers away you can cross the 6,060 meter long bridge "Ölandsbron" to the island of Öland. Many campsites, low rainfall, some beaches and many sights such as the steppe "Stora Alvaret", the many windmills, Solliden Castle, the Eketorp refuge and the ruins of Borgholm make a stay on the island an experience. Öland is also known for its rich bird life, which attracts numerous ornithologists.
The Swedish royal family has been spending their summer holidays on the Baltic Sea island of Öland for over a hundred years. What is the attraction of the second largest Swedish island? Maybe it's the mixture of the special nature and the millennia-long history - Öland has been inhabited longer than most other places in Sweden.
The elongated, narrow island measures 137 km from north to south and is only 16 km at its widest point. Its special characteristics make Öland a paradise for a wide range of visitors. Nature lovers are drawn to the 75 (!) nature reserves with flora and fauna typical of the island, including hundreds of bird and wild animal species. Wind and kite surfers take advantage of the long coastline with an ever-present breeze. And history and culture buffs can learn about ancient Swedes through ruins, rune stones and medieval villages.
When you drive over Öland you will notice the many windmills. Wind plays an important role in the ecosystem on such a flat island, and in the 19th century there were around 2,000 windmills between the north and south tips. Although only 350 of them are preserved and these are also closed, they characterize the Öland landscape.
With a coastline more than 300 km long, bather-friendly beaches and distinctive cuisine, Öland is just the thing for relaxing days and lasting memories of holidays in southern Sweden.
Solliden Castle: Where the royal family vacations
A special family moves into a castle: the Swedish royal family relaxes in Solliden Castle in the summer. From the beginning of May to the end of September, the Italian-style park is open to visitors, and you can refresh yourself in the Café Kaffetorpet. However, the interior of the castle is private. Crown Princess Victoria's birthday on July 14 is celebrated here every year.
The royal summer residence Solliden was built in 1906 for the then Crown Princess, also named Victoria. Inspired by her doctor and friend Axel Munthe and his villa on the Italian island of Capri, she too wanted a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that would promote her health while providing a break from the Stockholm court. Öland, like the island of Gotland, has a milder climate than the rest of Sweden, making it perfect for this development.
Borgholm: port town with castle ruins
Near Solliden Castle are the ruins of Borgholm Castle, which is a symbol of Öland thanks to its striking silhouette. A fire in 1806 reduced the once imposing castle to ruins, but there is still enough left to recommend a visit. The walls that have been preserved now house the “Rise & Fall” exhibition on the 900-year history of the castle. In summer, the inner courtyard serves as an atmospheric backdrop for pop concerts.
The town of Borgholm, which has around 4,300 inhabitants and is within walking distance of the two castles, is worth a stroll. Here you have a number of accommodation options to choose from, for example the Hotel Drottning Victorias Vilohem with views of the Kalmar Sound, or the Hotel Borgholm, which includes a stylish, fine dining restaurant that has been decorated with a Michelin star since 2021 and also features the White Guide gourmet guide recommends.
UNESCO World Heritage on Öland
Over a third of Öland has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Agricultural Landscape of Southern Öland since 2000. That's 560 square kilometers protected - twice the area of Dortmund - with villages, stone walls and barren limestone plateaus, so-called "Alvar". The area has been inhabited and farmed by humans for around 5,000 years.
The landscape is dominated by the limestone plateau of Stora Alvaret, which at 260 square kilometers makes up almost half of the World Heritage Site and one-fifth of the entire island of Öland. Extensive exploration is worthwhile.
In Degerhamn on Öland's southern tip stands Lange Jan (Långe Jahn), Sweden's tallest lighthouse and one of the island's most popular attractions. It was built in 1785 and still has a great view that justifies the climb over 197 steps. The lighthouse is surrounded by the Ottenby Nature Reserve, which is known for its many feathered residents and visitors: around 140 species of birds romp here and there is a station for bird watchers (Ottenby Fågelstation).
Museum Vida: modern art on ÖlandÖland shows its modern side at the VIDA art museum (http://www.vidamuseum.com/ ) south of Borgholm, one of Sweden's largest private art galleries. Opened in 2001, the gallery presents two permanent exhibitions of the work of glass artists and designers Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Bertil Vallien, who designed, among other things, colorful vases and objects decorated with faces for the Swedish glass giant Kosta Boda. Both have been active since the 1960s and, in addition to glass art, have also created ceramics, sculptures and paintings.
There is also plenty of space for changing exhibitions in four other exhibition rooms. In the well-stocked museum shop with Swedish glass and design you are sure to find an original souvenir of your holiday on Öland. And right next to the museum is the charming Hotel Halltorp, which invites well-known Swedish musicians to atmospheric concerts in the garden in summer.
The taste of Öland: nothing going on without a dumpling!Thanks to its southern location and mild climate, Öland is one of Sweden's most fertile areas. The restaurants can use products from the island and use them to conjure up traditional and modern dishes.
A classic of Öland cuisine is the "kroppkakor": relatively firm potato dumplings filled with diced bacon and onions and served with lingonberry jam. Many restaurants on the island have the hearty specialty on the menu. The restaurant Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat in Färjestaden has made the dish particularly big.
Heading west from Öland you then drive through the picturesque landscape of Småland. Here you pass large forests and countless idyllic lakes on the way to Växjö. Some places to take a break are right by the lake, so you can refresh yourself with a swim before examining the Kingdom of Crystal. Traditional glassworks, for example in Orrefors (https://www.orrefors.se/), Boda, Kosta, Bergdala and Skruf (https://skrufsglasbruk.se) are on the route and provide information about the arts and crafts. In Växjö you can learn more about glass production at the Glass Museum and you will also enjoy the Emigration Museum.
We continue west on National Road 25 to the town of Ljungby, with the art museum "Ljungberg Museum", which is well worth seeing. After the culture, nature is on the program at Lake Bolmen and the beautiful lake with its islands invites you to go canoeing. You glide silently through the water and, with a bit of luck, spot a moose on the shore!
The world famous Swedish glass
In the southern Swedish region of Småland lies an exciting destination for fans of craftsmanship and design: the Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket). Over half a million visitors a year come to the area between Växjö and Kalmar to shop for Swedish design in glass and watch as glassblowers create brilliant works of art from the hot mass.
It is the combination of fascinating craftsmanship and design that makes the Kingdom of Crystal in Småland one of the most important visitor magnets in southern Sweden. The abundance of wood (as a fuel) and sand as a raw material created favorable conditions for glassworks and glass studios. Glass has been made here since 1742, more precisely in the village of Kosta near Växjö. This makes Kosta Sweden's oldest glassworks still in operation. All products of the well-known brands Kosta Boda and Orrefors are manufactured here today. There are still 13 glassworks in the Kingdom of Crystal today.
You should plan enough time for shopping there. Typical Swedish souvenirs from the Kingdom of Crystal include sculptures and other home decorations, as well as everyday items such as vases, candlesticks and glasses. Some glassworks have their own online shops, while others are stocked by larger retailers.
Like most Swedish designers, the glass artists are inspired by nature. At Orrefors Kosta Boda, for example, berries, snowballs and flowers are recurring motifs. A popular product is the "Hallon" (raspberry) candle holder designed by Anne Nilsson, which really reminds of a berry with its many beads. The creations of the legendary designer Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938-2018) are decorated with stylized faces, but also with birds and flowers.
Kosta is a great start to your journey of discovery through the Kingdom of Crystal. In the glassworks, which is open daily, you can experience how noble glass art is made from red-hot, melted quartz sand. In the shop you can buy the latest collections as well as second-rate products, which are significantly cheaper. In the Kosta Glass Center you can try your luck yourself: under the guidance of a master, you can try your hand at making simpler glass shapes - fun for adults and children alike. Just drop by spontaneously in summer!
You can also stay in Kosta in a glass design temple: the Kosta Boda Art Hotel. The Art Rooms are individually furnished and decorated with glass art worth 10,000 euros. Another recommended, cozy place to stay in the Kingdom of Crystal is the historic Grimsnäs Herrgård, 30 km south of Kosta.
Restaurant tip: https://eng.grimsnas.se/
In nearby Målerås is the glassworks of the same name, which has been producing fine glass art since 1890. We owe the survival of the glassworks to the local residents, who together saved it from ruin. Today, Målerås is a thriving part of the Kingdom of Crystal, with factory outlets and behind-the-scenes tours. In summer you can even lend a hand or mouth yourself: from the end of June to the beginning of August, visitors can blow their own bowl in a two-hour crash course.
Other addresses worth seeing in the Kingdom of Crystal are the glassworks Mickejohans Konstglas in Örsjö, the Bergdalahyttan in Bergdala and Skruf near Lessebo. The latest addition is a newly built wood and glassworks in Orrefors - Orranäs Bruk - where exciting art glass is made and where you can try the making yourself in beautiful surroundings.
Heading west from Öland you then drive through the picturesque landscape of Småland. Here you pass large forests and countless idyllic lakes on the way to Växjö. Some places to take a break are right by the lake, so you can refresh yourself with a swim before examining the Kingdom of Crystal. Traditional glassworks, for example in Orrefors (https://www.orrefors.se/), Boda, Kosta, Bergdala and Skruf (https://skrufsglasbruk.se) are on the route and provide information about the arts and crafts. In Växjö you can learn more about glass production at the Glass Museum and you will also enjoy the Emigration Museum.
We continue west on National Road 25 to the town of Ljungby, with the art museum "Ljungberg Museum", which is well worth seeing. After the culture, nature is on the program at Lake Bolmen and the beautiful lake with its islands invites you to go canoeing. You glide silently through the water and, with a bit of luck, spot a moose on the shore!
The world famous Swedish glass
In the southern Swedish region of Småland lies an exciting destination for fans of craftsmanship and design: the Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket). Over half a million visitors a year come to the area between Växjö and Kalmar to shop for Swedish design in glass and watch as glassblowers create brilliant works of art from the hot mass.
It is the combination of fascinating craftsmanship and design that makes the Kingdom of Crystal in Småland one of the most important visitor magnets in southern Sweden. The abundance of wood (as a fuel) and sand as a raw material created favorable conditions for glassworks and glass studios. Glass has been made here since 1742, more precisely in the village of Kosta near Växjö. This makes Kosta Sweden's oldest glassworks still in operation. All products of the well-known brands Kosta Boda and Orrefors are manufactured here today. There are still 13 glassworks in the Kingdom of Crystal today.
You should plan enough time for shopping there. Typical Swedish souvenirs from the Kingdom of Crystal include sculptures and other home decorations, as well as everyday items such as vases, candlesticks and glasses. Some glassworks have their own online shops, while others are stocked by larger retailers.
Like most Swedish designers, the glass artists are inspired by nature. At Orrefors Kosta Boda, for example, berries, snowballs and flowers are recurring motifs. A popular product is the "Hallon" (raspberry) candle holder designed by Anne Nilsson, which really reminds of a berry with its many beads. The creations of the legendary designer Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938-2018) are decorated with stylized faces, but also with birds and flowers.
Kosta is a great start to your journey of discovery through the Kingdom of Crystal. In the glassworks, which is open daily, you can experience how noble glass art is made from red-hot, melted quartz sand. In the shop you can buy the latest collections as well as second-rate products, which are significantly cheaper. In the Kosta Glass Center you can try your luck yourself: under the guidance of a master, you can try your hand at making simpler glass shapes - fun for adults and children alike. Just drop by spontaneously in summer!
You can also stay in Kosta in a glass design temple: the Kosta Boda Art Hotel. The Art Rooms are individually furnished and decorated with glass art worth 10,000 euros. Another recommended, cozy place to stay in the Kingdom of Crystal is the historic Grimsnäs Herrgård, 30 km south of Kosta.
Restaurant tip: https://eng.grimsnas.se/
In nearby Målerås is the glassworks of the same name, which has been producing fine glass art since 1890. We owe the survival of the glassworks to the local residents, who together saved it from ruin. Today, Målerås is a thriving part of the Kingdom of Crystal, with factory outlets and behind-the-scenes tours. In summer you can even lend a hand or mouth yourself: from the end of June to the beginning of August, visitors can blow their own bowl in a two-hour crash course.
Other addresses worth seeing in the Kingdom of Crystal are the glassworks Mickejohans Konstglas in Örsjö, the Bergdalahyttan in Bergdala and Skruf near Lessebo. The latest addition is a newly built wood and glassworks in Orrefors - Orranäs Bruk - where exciting art glass is made and where you can try the making yourself in beautiful surroundings.
Take part in a typical "Hyttsill" during your stay. What is that? The word can be translated as "glassworks herring" and names a long tradition in the Kingdom of Crystal: when the glassblowers have completed their day's work, the ovens are used for cooking. Classics are salted herring and potatoes with their skins, which are grilled on the ashes in the cooling oven, i.e. in the tube in which the processed glass is otherwise cooled slowly and in a controlled manner. The typical Småland sausage called Isterband, cheesecake and other regional dishes are also served.
In the glassworks of Kosta, Målerås and Pukeberg these culinary events are offered, which are usually accompanied by live music and are very entertaining. The glassblowers give a taste of their skills - even when it's actually over - and those who dare can try their hand at glassblowing.
www.kostahyttsill.se/
Take part in a typical "Hyttsill" during your stay. What is that? The word can be translated as "glassworks herring" and names a long tradition in the Kingdom of Crystal: when the glassblowers have completed their day's work, the ovens are used for cooking. Classics are salted herring and potatoes with their skins, which are grilled on the ashes in the cooling oven, i.e. in the tube in which the processed glass is otherwise cooled slowly and in a controlled manner. The typical Småland sausage called Isterband, cheesecake and other regional dishes are also served.
In the glassworks of Kosta, Målerås and Pukeberg these culinary events are offered, which are usually accompanied by live music and are very entertaining. The glassblowers give a taste of their skills - even when it's actually over - and those who dare can try their hand at glassblowing.
www.kostahyttsill.se/
In the former glassworks in Boda is now the experience museum The Glass Factory, which shows parts of its large collection of glass art - 30,000 objects by over 40 designers - in temporary exhibitions. There is still a workshop where contemporary artists experiment with glass - and you can look over their shoulders.
https://www.emmaboda.se/upplev...
In the former glassworks in Boda is now the experience museum The Glass Factory, which shows parts of its large collection of glass art - 30,000 objects by over 40 designers - in temporary exhibitions. There is still a workshop where contemporary artists experiment with glass - and you can look over their shoulders.
https://www.emmaboda.se/upplev...
In the Småland Museum in Växjö, a separate part is reserved for the Glass Museum of Sweden. The two permanent exhibitions - 'Six Centuries of Swedish Glass' and 'Glass Art in Transition' - show the development of Swedish glass art from historical finds to iconic objects from the studios of well-known designers. The 35,000-strong collection is one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Highlights include royal goblets, intricate contemporary glass designs, and also foreign artefacts dating back almost 2,500 years.
https://kulturparkensmaland.se...
In the Småland Museum in Växjö, a separate part is reserved for the Glass Museum of Sweden. The two permanent exhibitions - 'Six Centuries of Swedish Glass' and 'Glass Art in Transition' - show the development of Swedish glass art from historical finds to iconic objects from the studios of well-known designers. The 35,000-strong collection is one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Highlights include royal goblets, intricate contemporary glass designs, and also foreign artefacts dating back almost 2,500 years.
https://kulturparkensmaland.se...
One of the most important works of art in the Kingdom of Crystal is not in a museum, but is used in Växjö Cathedral. The glass altar, which is more than four meters high, was created by the Swedish artist Bertil Vallien around the turn of the millennium. The sheer size of the work of art and the use of glass as a material in different colors and shapes are unique.
One of the most important works of art in the Kingdom of Crystal is not in a museum, but is used in Växjö Cathedral. The glass altar, which is more than four meters high, was created by the Swedish artist Bertil Vallien around the turn of the millennium. The sheer size of the work of art and the use of glass as a material in different colors and shapes are unique.
A museum in Växjö in Småland tells the story of the emigrants who left Sweden for America in the 19th century. The emigrants' house, Utvandrarnas Hus in Swedish, is located in Växjö city center and displays an important part of Swedish history through display cases and models.
The area wasn't always popular and people weren't always so happy here. Especially from Småland, many people left their homeland in the 19th century. Reasons for this decision were poverty, famine and also religious reasons. About a quarter of the population at that time emigrated to America and settled there, primarily in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, which had the climate most similar to their homeland.
The House of Emigrants shows this episode of Swedish history. You get a clear sense of how people lived and felt back then, how the journey went, the hardships of spending months on a ship and not really knowing what awaited them on the other side of the ocean .
The famous Swedish writer, Vilhelm Moberg, who also wrote about this period in his novels, founded this house, which contains the largest archive on this subject in all of Europe, together with a few contemporaries in 1968. An extra room is dedicated to him here, the Vilhlem Moberg room, which is a reconstruction of his study. His research work for his emigration novels is shown here, correspondence with experts on the subject and also three of his original manuscripts are on display.
The museum contains exhibitions, a library, an archive, a research room and there are constantly changing themed exhibitions. The archive shows letters from America, diaries and photos. The library contains newspapers and magazines written in America for the Swedish immigrants. You can also search archives for specific people who emigrated from Sweden to America at the time. With the help of models, photos, statistics and interview recordings, the background of emigration, the crossing by ship and the adjustment to the new home are conveyed to the visitor. For example, a small street is shown to show how Swedish Americans lived in America in everyday life. There is also an exhibition about famous US Swedes, such as Charles Lindbergh and his transatlantic flight, or about the Titanic, in the sinking of which many Swedes lost their lives.
The museum also regularly offers new exhibitions on specific topics related to emigration, which makes it interesting to visit again and again.
The address of the Emigrants' House is Vilhelm Mober Gata 4. There is also a café there.
The opening hours are from June to August Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from September to May Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A museum in Växjö in Småland tells the story of the emigrants who left Sweden for America in the 19th century. The emigrants' house, Utvandrarnas Hus in Swedish, is located in Växjö city center and displays an important part of Swedish history through display cases and models.
The area wasn't always popular and people weren't always so happy here. Especially from Småland, many people left their homeland in the 19th century. Reasons for this decision were poverty, famine and also religious reasons. About a quarter of the population at that time emigrated to America and settled there, primarily in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, which had the climate most similar to their homeland.
The House of Emigrants shows this episode of Swedish history. You get a clear sense of how people lived and felt back then, how the journey went, the hardships of spending months on a ship and not really knowing what awaited them on the other side of the ocean .
The famous Swedish writer, Vilhelm Moberg, who also wrote about this period in his novels, founded this house, which contains the largest archive on this subject in all of Europe, together with a few contemporaries in 1968. An extra room is dedicated to him here, the Vilhlem Moberg room, which is a reconstruction of his study. His research work for his emigration novels is shown here, correspondence with experts on the subject and also three of his original manuscripts are on display.
The museum contains exhibitions, a library, an archive, a research room and there are constantly changing themed exhibitions. The archive shows letters from America, diaries and photos. The library contains newspapers and magazines written in America for the Swedish immigrants. You can also search archives for specific people who emigrated from Sweden to America at the time. With the help of models, photos, statistics and interview recordings, the background of emigration, the crossing by ship and the adjustment to the new home are conveyed to the visitor. For example, a small street is shown to show how Swedish Americans lived in America in everyday life. There is also an exhibition about famous US Swedes, such as Charles Lindbergh and his transatlantic flight, or about the Titanic, in the sinking of which many Swedes lost their lives.
The museum also regularly offers new exhibitions on specific topics related to emigration, which makes it interesting to visit again and again.
The address of the Emigrants' House is Vilhelm Mober Gata 4. There is also a café there.
The opening hours are from June to August Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from September to May Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Die früher vorgeschriebenen Bluttests und die Wurmkuren entfallen. Somit gilt:
- D-Kennzeichnung mit Mikrochip (eine deutlich erkennbare Tätowierung reicht nur bei Tieren, deren Tätowierung vor dem 3. Juli 2011 vorgenommen wurde).
- Impfung gegen Tollwut für Hunde, Katzen und Frettchen ab 12 Wochen entsprechend den Empfehlungen des Impfstoffherstellers mit einem zugelassenen Impfpräparat.
- Dokumentation in Form eines Haustierpasses, in dem der zuständige Tierarzt alle notwendigen Maßnahmen notiert.
- Das Tier muss beim Zoll angemeldet werden.
Wenn du mit sechst oder mehr Tieren einreist, etwa um an einem Wettbewerb, einer Ausstellung, einer Sportveranstaltung oder einem Training teilzunehmen, gelten besondere Bestimmungen.
Für Haustiere aus der Schweiz gelten die gleichen Regeln, da die Schweiz als Land mit niedrigem Tollwutrisiko eingestuft wird.
Ergänzungen und weitere Informationen über die aktuellen Regeln werden kontinuierlich auf der Website des Schwedischen Zentralamts für Landwirtschaft veröffentlicht. Solltest du Fragen zu den aufgeführten Bestimmungen haben, wende dich bitte direkt an das Schwedische Zentralamt für Landwirtschaft in Jönköping.
Servicetelefon für Hunde- und Katzenanfragen: Tel.: 0046-771-223 223 Telefonzeiten: Montag - Freitag 08.00-12.00, 13.00-16.30 Uhr E-Mail: jordbruksverket@jordbruksverket.se
Du kannst deinen Hund und deine Katze auch online beim schwedischen Zoll anmelden. Dazu gehst du auf den Link, trägst deine Mailadresse ein und klickst auf das Symbol, das der Frage entspricht. Du bekommst dann eine Mail zugesendet mit einem Link, über den du das Tier online anmelden kannst. Tipp: Oben rechts auf der verlinkten Seite kannst du die Sprache ändern.
Bitte beachte auch, dass in Schweden teilweise andere Sitten für den Umgang mit Hunden herrschen. Hunde werden in der Regel an der Leine geführt, Hundekot wird entfernt.
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Die Küstenstadt Malmö in der südschwedischen Region Skåne bietet eine spannende Mischung aus historischem Charme und urbanem Puls. Hier findest du Sehenswürdigkeiten, Aktivitäten und nicht zuletzt kulinarische Höhenflüge für jeden Geschmack.
Gut zu wissen:
- Das Durchschnittsalter der Einwohner von Malmö beträgt 36 Jahre. Damit ist Malmö eine der jüngsten Städte Schwedens.
- Das Künstlerkollektiv Anonymouse hat in der ganzen Stadt Häuser, Restaurants, Geschäfte und Vergnügungsparks im Miniaturformat gebaut - für Mäuse. Schau also auf deine Füße, um die kleine Welt am Boden zu entdecken.
- Der Turning Torso war der weltweit erste „verdrehte“ Wolkenkratzer. Auf die ganze Höhe er verdreht er sich um 90 Grad um seine eigene Achse.
Malmö liegt an Schwedens Südzipfel gegenüber von Kopenhagen in Dänemark und ist nach Stockholm und Göteborg die drittgrößte Stadt des Landes. Modern, divers, lecker: Malmö ist eine der vielseitigsten Städte Skandinaviens. Wolkenkratzer ragen über jahrhundertealten Plätzen empor, und unscheinbare Ziegelfassaden beherbergen Kunstschätze mit modernen und klassischen Werken. Diese unglaubliche Stadt wird dein Herz erobern und dafür sorgen, dass du wiederkommen möchtest.
Malmö wurde Ende des 12. Jahrhunderts gegründet und gehörte ursprünglich zu Dänemark. Erst 1658 ist die Stadt schwedisch geworden. Die rund 344.000 Einwohner aus über 170 Ländern machen Malmö zu einem Schmelztiegel der Kulturen und Aromen.
Das Wetter in Malmö, der Hauptstadt der südschwedischen Provinz Skåne, ist etwas milder als im Rest des Landes. Durch die Lage am Meer wird es zwar manchmal windig, aber im Allgemeinen sind die Sommer warm und die Winter nicht kälter als in Mitteleuropa.
Ein Muss ist die Stadt Malmö, die mit dem 190 Meter hohen „Turning Torso“ aus weiter Ferne zu erkennen ist
Ein imposantes Bauwerk ist die Burg Malmöhus, die bereits 1434 errichtet wurde.
Den Abend kann man gut am Platz „Lilla Torg“ in einem der vielen guten Restaurants ausklingen lassen.
Trelleborg ist nicht nur Schwedens südlichste Stadt, sondern auch eine der ältesten. Wo vor tausend Jahren Wikinger erste Siedlungen gründeten und eine Ringburg, auf Schwedisch Trelleborg, bauten, findest du heute eine lebendige Kulturlandschaft an der Küste der Ostsee. Den 35 Kilometer langen Küstenstreifen krönt der Hafen von Smygehuk an Schwedens südlichstem Punkt. Trelleborg ist mit Kulturschätzen und Kulinarik ein Erlebnis an sich. Nirgends in Schweden ist der Boden so fruchtbar wie um Trelleborg. Bauern und lokale Produzenten bringen schonische Spezialitäten auf den Tisch.
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Die Wikingerzeit dauerte von 793 bis 1050 und beeinflusste ganz Skandinavien. Das Bild der segelnden Seeräuber mit Hornhelmen hält sich, doch es stimmt nicht ganz. Die frühen Skandinavier betrieben Handwerk, Landwirtschaft und friedvollen Handel. Trelleborg spielte zur Zeit der Wikinger aufgrund seiner Küstenlage eine wichtige Rolle.
Die ungewöhnlich dichte Bevölkerung hinterließ Spuren. In den 1980er Jahren entdeckten Archäologen die Spuren einer Wikingerburg! Und was für eine: 140 Meter Durchmesser, von vier Straßen durchkreuzt und durch einen Wasserlauf direkt mit dem Meer verbunden. Ein Viertel der Burg ist wieder aufgebaut. Du kannst sie über die Straße Bryggaregatan durchqueren, die wie vor einem Jahrtausend in Richtung Lund führt.
www.trelleborg.se/uppleva-gora...
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Östlich von Trelleborg schiebt sich eine Landzunge ins Meer. An ihrem Ende liegt Smygehuk, ein kleiner Ort, der früher bei Schmugglern beliebt war. Dort bläst dir salziger Wind um die Nase, das Meer scheint endlos. Am Hafen steht der Leuchtturm aus dem Jahr 1883. Was früher das bescheidene Wohnhaus von Leuchtturmwärter Hittinus Hjelte Mattsson war, ist heute eine STF Jugendherberge.
Im Köpmansmagasinet tauschten Händler vor 200 Jahren Ware aus. Heute beherbergt das alte Speicherhaus ein Café und eine Galerie mit Kunsthandwerk. Bei Smyge Fisk erwartet dich Schwedens südlichstes Garnelensandwich. Im kleinen Yachthafen informiert ein Wegweiser, wie weit die europäischen Metropolen entfernt sind. Hättest du gedacht, dass Berlin nur 314 Kilometer von Schwedens Südspitze entfernt ist, die Hauptstadt Stockholm aber 500, Lappland sogar 1500 Kilometer? Im Sommer zeigt sich Smygehuk als belebtes Ziel mit Musik, Kultur und Aktivitäten. Im Herbst hast du Sonnenuntergänge und klare Luft fast für dich alleine.
Ystad erfreut sich durch die Romanfigur Kommissar Wallander inzwischen weltweiter Berühmtheit. Und das Städtchen mit seinen mittelalterlichen, pastellfarbenen Holzhäusern, gepflasterten Straßen und sonnigen Marktplätzen ist wirklich genau so attraktiv, wie es in den Filmen und Fernsehserien gezeigt wird.
Wenn du eine der Wallander-Führungen mitmachst, lernst du auch gleichzeitig das meiste der Stadt und ihre historischen Sehenswürdigkeiten kennen. Falls nicht: die wichtigsten sind der St. Knuts Platz, das Franziskanerkloster aus dem 12. Jahrhundert und die daneben liegende St. Petri Kirche mit Museum. Es gibt viele gute Cafés und Restaurants in Ystad, und nein, du musst dich nicht von Pizza und Hamburgern ernähren wie Kommissar Wallander.
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Das Kivik Art Centre liegt in der malerischen Umgebung von Österlen an der Ostküste Skånes. Die Landschaft ist schon für sich genommen eine Sehenswürdigkeit, aber dieser 2006 gegründete Skulpturenpark beherbergt auch noch einzigartige architektonische Arbeiten der norwegischen Architekturfirma Snøhetta, des Architekten David Chipperfield und hat eines der wenigen noch existierenden Exemplare von Venturo, dem berühmten futuristischen Kunststoffhäuschen, das 1971 von dem finnischen Architekten Matti Suuronen entworfen wurde. Der jüngste Neuzugang ist Nine Towers (for Jene), die erste Outdoor-Skulptur in Skandinavien des amerikanischen Konzeptkünstlers Sol LeWitt (1928–2007).
Manchmal platzt der kleine Ort aus allen Nähten, denn er organisiert das größte Beachhandball-Turnier der Welt mit über 1.000 Mannschaften (KW 28/29). Weil das so überaus gut läuft, ist nun auch noch ein Beachfußball-Turnier dazugekommen (KW 26/27). Wenn Ihr es beschaulich mögt und nicht wie auf Mallorca, solltet Ihr während dieser Veranstaltungen einen Bogen um Åhus machen. Ansonsten aber ist der Ort wunderschön und gemütlich.
Åhus hat einen mittelalterlichen Stadtkern mit einem kleinen Stück alter Stadtmauer. Um den Torget, den Marktplatz, liegen das Åhus-Museum und die Sankt-Maria-Kirche. Auf dem gepflasterten Torget befindet sich ein populärer Eisstand, vor dem sich im Sommer die Touristen drängeln.
Drei Schwedische Sünden: Aal, Tabak und Wodka
Die Küste hier in der Hanöbucht nennt man die “Aalküste”. Sie reicht bis hinunter zum Stenshuvud Nationalpark. Leider gibt es nicht mehr so viele Aale und ihr Verzehr ist auch nicht unkontrovers.
Åhus ist noch für zwei weitere Dinge bekannt, die ebenfalls nicht unkontrovers sind: für Tabak und für Wodka.
Tabak wurde hier an der Aalküste vor allem Ende des 19. Jahrhunderts angebaut. Damals lag die Jahresproduktion bei 400 Tonnen. Es wurde auch eine “Åhus-Havanna” hergestellt. Die letzte Ernte fuhr man 1964 ein – danach war Schluss mit dem Tabakanbau.
Der Absolut Vodka wird im Ort seit 1879 gebrannt und ist Schwedens weitaus größter Exportschlager.
Für die Besucher des Zentrums werden Führungen angeboten. Überdies gibt es Verkostungen und Gerichte aus der Region im Restaurant der Fabrik und Brennerei.
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Residenzstadt Karlskrona ist vor allem für den Marinehafen bekannt, der seit 1998 auf der UNESCO-Welterbeliste steht. Die Stadt wurde 1680 unter König Karl XI. als Marinestützpunkt angelegt – 22 Jahre nachdem Blekinge von Dänemark an Schweden übergegangen war. Befestigungsanlagen, jahrhundertealte Kirchen, elegante Plätze und ausladende Boulevards zeugen von einem Ort, der einst landesweite Bedeutung hatte. Das Stadtzentrum mit dem auffällig großen Hauptplatz (Stortorget) liegt auf der Insel Trossö. Zu den architektonischen Sehenswürdigkeiten gehören die um 1700 errichtete Dreifaltigkeitskirche (Trefaldighetskyrkan), die 1720 begonnene Friedrichskirche (Fredrikskyrkan) und das 1790 gebaute Rathaus (Rådhus).
Eines der ältesten Bauwerke ist die Festung Kungsholm, die schon ab 1680 bei der vorgelagerten Insel Tjurkö errichtet wurde. Gleich daneben – auf der Insel Aspö – befindet sich die Zitadelle von Drottningskär, die zu Schwedens bedeutendsten historischen Militärgebäuden zählt. Sie ist mit der Fähre von Karlskrona aus erreichbar. Das Regionalmuseum (Blekinge Museum; untergebracht im Stadtpalast Grevagården) und das Marinemuseum geben Auskunft über die Region und ihre strategische Bedeutung für die schwedische Schifffahrt.
Bist du eher romantisch veranlagt und ziehst rote Häuschen den U-Booten und Galionsfiguren vor? Dann mach einen Abstecher auf die Landzunge Brändaholm mit einer Kleingartensiedlung, die von Häuschen und malerischen Gassen aus den 1920er-Jahren geprägt ist und die perfekte Kulisse für gemütliche Spaziergänge abgibt.
Die Stadt Karlshamn mit etwa 20.000 Einwohnern ist ein weiteres lohnendes Ausflugsziel in Blekinge. Zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten gehören die Festung (Kastellet) und das „Asschier‘sche Haus“ (Asschierska Huset), ein Fachwerkgebäude aus dem 17. Jahrhundert, das einst als Rathaus und Gefängnis diente.
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Die Küstenregion Blekinge im Südosten Schwedens ist mit knapp 3.000 Quadratkilometern gerade mal etwas größer als das Saarland und macht damit die kleinste Provinz des Landes aus. Aber an Erlebnissen mangelt es trotzdem nicht. Im Gegenteil: Auf der überschaubaren Fläche hat eine abwechslungsreiche Landschaft Platz, und die atemberaubenden Schäreninseln sind auch nicht zu verachten. Über hundert Naturschutzgebiete gibt's dort, von denen sich die Hälfte im Archipel befindet. Zu den Inseln, die man unbedingt besuchen sollte, gehören Hanö, Tjärö, Aspö und Utklippan.
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Kalmar wurde im Mittelalter gegründet und blickt auf eine tausendjährige Geschichte als nordisches Macht- und Handelszentrum zurück. Im 13. Jahrhundert lebten dort viele deutschstämmige Kaufleute, die sich durch den Export von Butter, Eisen, Kalkstein aus Öland sowie Holz aus den småländischen Wäldern goldene Nasen verdienten. Damals – und bis ins 17. Jahrhundert hinein – gehörten die Regionen Skåne und Blekinge im heutigen Südschweden zu Dänemark, und Kalmar war ein wichtiger Ort an Schwedens südlicher Grenze. Die strategische Bedeutung wird am beeindruckenden Schloss Kalmar sichtbar, wo 1397 die Kalmarer Union zwischen Schweden, Dänemark und Norwegen besiegelt wurde.
Faszinierende Architektur in der Altstadt
Bei einem Stadtspaziergang versteht man, warum Kalmar bei Architekturliebhabern so hoch im Kurs steht. Die Pflastergassen der Altstadt sind gesäumt von gut erhaltenen Gebäuden aus dem 18. und 19. Jahrhundert. Außerdem gibt es das Viertel Gamla Stan mit niedlichen Holzhäusern zu entdecken, wo sich früher das mittelalterliche Zentrum von Kalmar befand.
Den Höhepunkt der Erkundungstour bildet das Schloss Kalmar, das im 12. Jahrhundert als Wehrturm begann, bevor es rund 400 Jahre später unter König Gustav Vasa zu einem prächtigen Renaissanceschloss umgestaltet wurde. Nimm an einer Führung teil oder erkunde die Ausstellung auf eigene Faust. Das meiste ist auf Deutsch beschrieben. Im Schlossrestaurant kannst du dich mittags am üppigen Büfett bedienen oder dir eine süße „Fika“ gönnen.
Kalmar ist teilweise auf Inseln erbaut, und die größte davon heißt Kvarnholmen. Dort befindet sich seit dem 17. Jahrhundert das Stadtzentrum. Es ist von einer Stadtmauer umgeben und besteht größtenteils aus historischen Gebäuden. Besonders sehenswert sind der Castenska Gården von 1667 mit dem markanten Staffelgiebel, und der barocke Dom zu Kalmar, der vom Hofarchitekten Nicodemus Tessin d. Ä. entworfen und 1660-1699 erbaut wurde.
Im Provinzialmuseum (Kalmar Läns Museum) kannst du tiefer in die Geschichte der Stadt und ihrer Umgebung eintauchen. Eine spannende Ausstellung ist dem 1676 gesunkenen Kriegsschiff „Kronan“ gewidmet, das neben der „Vasa“ zu den mächtigsten Segelschiffen des 17. Jahrhunderts zählte. Von den rund 20.000 vom Wrack geborgenen Gegenständen werden unter anderem Goldmünzen und Kanonen gezeigt, außerdem sind Überreste des Schiffs selbst zu sehen.
Wanderungen und Radtouren in Kalmar und Småland
Die abwechslungsreiche Landschaft rund um Kalmar – mit üppigen, offenen Landschaften und Küstencharme – ist wie gemacht für Abenteuer zu Land und zu Wasser. Der Weg Kalmarsundsleden zieht sich über rund 200 Kilometer die Küste entlang: von Björnhultet im Norden durch Kalmar bis nach Bröms im Süden. Er ist für Wanderer und Radfahrer gleichermaßen geeignet.
Im Allgemeinen bietet Kalmars Umgebung mit breiten Landstraßen und einem ausgedehnten Radwegenetz beste Voraussetzungen für Radtouren. Im Sommer kannst du dein Fahrrad auch mit auf die Fähre nach Öland nehmen (ab Oskarshamn).
Da Kalmar mehrere Inseln und Halbinseln in der Ostsee umfasst, gibt es zahlreiche Möglichkeiten zum Kanu- und Kajakfahren. Du kannst zum Beispiel durch den Kanal paddeln, der die Insel Kvarnholmen vom Festland trennt, und dabei das Schloss vom Wasser aus sehen. Das zentral gelegene Unternehmen Kalmar Kajak vermietet Kajaks und SUP und bietet außerdem geführte Paddeltouren und -kurse an.
In Kalmar gibt’s viele Strände und du kannst sogar mitten in der Stadt baden gehen. Drei Kilometer südlich vom Zentrum ragt außerdem die längliche Insel Stensö mit herrlichen Stränden in die Ostsee. An der Südspitze betrat Gustav Vasa 1520 – nach Jahren im Exil – erstmals wieder schwedischen Boden. Daraufhin löste er Schweden aus der ungeliebten Union mit Dänemark und Norwegen. Ein Denkmal (Vasastenen) markiert die geschichtsträchtige Stelle.
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Zügig gelangt man über die E22 in nördliche Richtung nach Kalmar. In dem mächtigen Schloss wurde 1397 die Kalmarer Union zwischen den Königreichen Dänemark, Norwegen und Schweden besiegelt. Nur wenige Kilometer entfernt geht es dann über die 6.060 Meter lange Brücke „Ölandsbron“ auf die Insel Öland. Viele Campingplätze, geringer Niederschlag, einige Strände und viele Sehenswürdigkeiten wie die Steppe „Stora Alvaret“, die vielen Windmühlen, das Schloss Solliden, die Fluchtburg Eketorp und die Ruine Borgholm machen den Inselaufenthalt zu einem Erlebnis. Bekannt ist Öland auch für die artenreiche Vogelwelt, die zahlreiche Ornithologen anzieht.
Die schwedische Königsfamilie verbringt ihren Sommerurlaub seit über hundert Jahren auf der Ostseeinsel Öland. Was macht den Reiz der zweitgrößten schwedischen Insel aus? Vielleicht ist es die Mischung aus der speziellen Natur und der Jahrtausende langen Geschichte – Öland ist länger bewohnt als die meisten anderen Orte in Schweden.
Die längliche, schmale Insel misst 137 km von Nord nach Süd und an der breitesten Stelle nur 16 km. Seine besonderen Eigenschaften machen Öland zu einem Paradies für eine Vielzahl von Besuchern. Naturliebhaber zieht es in die 75 (!) Naturschutzgebiete mit inseltypischer Flora und Fauna, darunter Hunderte von Vogel- und Wildtierarten. Wind- und Kitesurfer nutzen die lange Küste mit einer allgegenwärtigen Brise. Und Geschichts- und Kulturinteressierte lernen anhand von Ruinen, Runensteinen und mittelalterlichen Dörfern Spannendes über die alten Schweden.
Wenn du über Öland fährst, werden dir die vielen Windmühlen auffallen. Auf einer so flachen Insel spielt der Wind eine wichtige Rolle für das Ökosystem, und im 19. Jahrhundert gab es zwischen Nord- und Südspitze etwa 2.000 Windmühlen. Obwohl davon nur noch 350 erhalten und auch diese stillgelegt sind, prägen sie die öländische Landschaft.
Mit einer über 300 km langen Küste, badefreundlichen Stränden und einer ausgeprägten Kulinarik ist Öland genau das Richtige für entspannte Tage und bleibende Erinnerungen an Urlaub in Südschweden.
Schloss Solliden: Wo die Königsfamilie Urlaub macht
Eine besondere Familie bezieht ein Schloss: Die schwedische Königsfamilie entspannt im Sommer im Schloss Solliden. Von Anfang Mai bis Ende September ist der Park im italienischen Stil offen für Besucher, und im Café Kaffetorpet kann man sich stärken. Das Innere des Schlosses ist aber privat. Der Geburtstag von Kronprinzessin Victoria am 14. Juli wird hier jedes Jahr groß gefeiert.
Die königliche Sommerresidenz Solliden wurde 1906 für die damalige Kronprinzessin gebaut, die ebenfalls Victoria hieß. Angeregt von ihrem Arzt und Freund Axel Munthe und dessen Villa auf der italienischen Insel Capri, wollte sie ebenfalls einen mediterran inspirierten Rückzugsort haben, der ihre Gesundheit fördern und gleichzeitig Abstand vom Hof in Stockholm geben sollte. Öland, wie auch die Insel Gotland, hat ein milderes Klima als der Rest von Schweden und eignete sich dadurch perfekt für dieses Bauprojekt.
Borgholm: Hafenstädtchen mit Burgruine
In der Nähe des Schlosses Solliden liegt die Ruine der Burg Borgholm, die dank ihrer markanten Silhouette ein Wahrzeichen von Öland ist. Ein Brand im Jahr 1806 hat aus der ehemals imposanten Burg eine Ruine gemacht, aber es ist noch genug übrig, um einen Besuch zu empfehlen. Die erhaltenen Gemäuer beherbergen heute die Ausstellung „Aufstieg & Fall“ zur 900-jährigen Geschichte der Burg. Im Sommer dient der Innenhof als stimmungsvolle Kulisse für Pop-Konzerte.
Das Städtchen Borgholm mit etwa 4.300 Einwohnern, das in Gehnähe der beiden Schlösser liegt, ist einen Spaziergang wert. Hier stehen dir einige Übernachtungsmöglichkeiten zur Auswahl, zum Beispiel das Hotel Drottning Victorias Vilohem mit Ausblick auf den Kalmarsund, oder das Hotel Borgholm, zu dem ein stilvolles, gehobenes Restaurant gehört, das seit 2021 mit einem Michelinstern dekoriert ist und das auch der Gourmetführer White Guide empfiehlt.
UNESCO-Welterbe auf Öland
Über ein Drittel von Öland gehört seit dem Jahr 2000 zum UNESCO-Welterbe Agrarlandschaft Südölands. Das sind 560 geschützte Quadratkilometer – doppelt so viel Fläche wie Dortmund – mit Dörfern, Steinmauern und kargen Kalksteinplateaus, sogenannten „Alvar“. Das Gebiet wird seit etwa 5.000 Jahren von Menschen bewohnt und bewirtschaftet.
Die Landschaft wird dominiert vom Kalksteinplateau Stora Alvaret, das mit 260 Quadratkilometern fast die Hälfte der Welterbestätte und ein Fünftel der gesamten Insel Öland ausmacht. Eine ausgiebige Erkundung lohnt sich.
In Degerhamn an Ölands Südspitze steht der „Lange Jan“ (Långe Jahn), Schwedens höchster Leuchtturm und eine der beliebtesten Attraktionen der Insel. Er wurde im Jahr 1785 errichtet und lockt bis heute mit einer tollen Aussicht, die den Aufstieg über 197 Stufen rechtfertigt. Den Leuchtturm umgibt das Naturschutzgebiet Ottenby, das für seine vielen gefiederten Bewohner und Besucher bekannt ist: Rund 140 Vogelarten tummeln sich hier, und es gibt eine Station für Vogelbeobachter (Ottenby Fågelstation).
Museum Vida: moderne Kunst auf ÖlandIm Kunstmuseum VIDA (http://www.vidamuseum.com/ ) südlich von Borgholm, einer der größten privaten Kunsthallen Schwedens, zeigt sich Öland von seiner modernen Seite. Die 2001 eröffnete Galerie präsentiert in zwei Dauerausstellungen die Werke der Glaskünstler und –designer Ulrica Hydman-Vallien und Bertil Vallien, die unter anderem farbenfrohe Vasen und mit Gesichtern verzierte Objekte für den schwedischen Glasriesen Kosta Boda entworfen haben. Beide sind seit den 1960er-Jahren tätig und haben neben Glaskunst auch Keramik, Skulpturen und Gemälde geschaffen.
In vier weiteren Ausstellungsräumen ist außerdem reichlich Platz für wechselnde Ausstellungen. Im gut sortierten Museumsshop mit schwedischem Glas und Design findest du bestimmt ein originelles Andenken an deinen Urlaub auf Öland. Und gleich neben dem Museum befindet sich das charmante Hotel Halltorp, das sich im Sommer namhafte schwedische Musiker zu stimmungsvollen Konzerten in den Garten holt.
Der Geschmack von Öland: ohne Kloß nichts los!Dank seiner südlichen Lage und des milden Klimas gehört Öland zu Schwedens fruchtbarsten Gebiete. So können die Restaurants Produkte von der Insel verwenden und daraus traditionelle sowie moderne Gerichte zaubern.
Ein Klassiker der öländischen Küche sind die „Kroppkakor“: relativ feste Kartoffelklöße, die mit Speck- und Zwiebelwürfeln gefüllt und mit Preiselbeermarmelade serviert werden. Viele Gaststätten auf der Insel haben die herzhafte Spezialität auf der Karte. Das Restaurant Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat in Färjestaden hat sich das Gericht besonders groß auf die Fahne geschrieben.
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Richtung Westen fährt man von Öland dann durch die malerische Landschaft Småland. Hierbei passiert man auf dem Weg nach Växjö große Wälder und unzählige idyllische Seen. Einige Pausenplätze liegen direkt am See und so kann man sich bei einem Bad bestens erfrischen, bevor man das Glasreich unter die Lupe nimmt. Traditionsreiche Glashütten z.B. in Orrefors (https://www.orrefors.se/), Boda, Kosta, Bergdala und Skruf (https://skrufsglasbruk.se) liegen auf der Route und informieren über das Kunsthandwerk. In Växjö erfährst du im Glasmuseum mehr über die Glasproduktion und wirst auch Gefallen an dem Auswanderermuseum finden.
Über die Reichsstraße 25 geht es weiter gen Westen zum Städtchen Ljungby, mit dem sehenswerten Kunstmuseum „Ljungberg Museum“. Nach der Kultur steht am Bolmensee die Natur auf dem Programm und so lädt der herrliche See mit seinen Inseln zu Kanutouren ein. Lautlos gleitet man durchs Wasser und erblickt mit Glück einen Elch am Ufer!
Das weltberühmte schwedische Glas
In der südschwedischen Region Småland liegt ein spannendes Reiseziel für Fans von Handwerk und Design: das Glasreich (Glasriket). Über eine halbe Million Besucher kommen jährlich in die Gegend zwischen Växjö und Kalmar, um schwedisches Design aus Glas zu shoppen und dabei zuzusehen, wie Glasbläser aus der heißen Masse glänzende Kunstwerke schaffen.
Es ist die Kombination aus faszinierendem Handwerk und Design, die das Glasreich in Småland zu einem der bedeutendsten Besuchermagneten in Südschweden macht. Das reichliche Vorkommen an Holz (als Brennstoff) und an Sand als Rohstoff hat günstige Bedingungen für Glashütten und Glas-Studios geschaffen. Schon seit 1742 wird hier Glas hergestellt, genauer gesagt im Dorf Kosta in der Nähe von Växjö. Damit ist Kosta Schwedens älteste Glashütte, die noch in Betrieb ist. Hier werden heute alle Produkte der bekannten Marken Kosta Boda und auch Orrefors hergestellt. Im Glasreich sind heute auch noch 13 Glashütten in Betrieb.
Dort solltest du genug Zeit zum Einkaufen einplanen. Typische schwedische Souvenirs aus dem Glasreich sind Skulpturen und andere Dekoration fürs Zuhause sowie Gebrauchsgegenstände wie Vasen, Kerzenhalter und Gläser. Einige Glashütten haben ihre eigenen Online-Shops, während andere im Sortiment größerer Einzelhändler vertreten sind.
Wie die meisten schwedischen Designer lassen sich auch die Glaskünstler von der Natur inspirieren. Bei Orrefors Kosta Boda zum Beispiel sind Beeren, Schneebälle und Blumen wiederkehrende Motive. Ein beliebtes Produkt ist der von Anne Nilsson entworfene Kerzenhalter „Hallon“ (Himbeere), der mit seinen vielen Kügelchen wirklich an eine Beere erinnert. Die Kreationen der legendären Designerin Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938-2018) sind mit stilisierten Gesichtern, aber auch mit Vögeln und Blumen verziert.
Kosta ist ein guter Start für deine Entdeckungsreise durch das Glasreich. In der täglich geöffneten Glashütte kannst du erleben, wie aus rotglühendem, geschmolzenem Quarzsand edle Glaskunst wird. Im Shop gibt es sowohl die neusten Kollektionen als auch Produkte zweiter Wahl zu kaufen, die deutlich günstiger ausfallen. Im Kosta Glascenter kannst du selber dein Glück versuchen: unter Anleitung eines Meisters kannst du dich in der Herstellung einfacherer Glasformen probieren – das ist ein Spaß für Erwachsene und für Kinder. Komm im Sommer einfach spontan vorbei!
Außerdem kannst du in Kosta in einem Designtempel aus Glas übernachten: im Kosta Boda Art Hotel. Die Art Rooms sind individuell eingerichtet und mit Glaskunst im Wert von 10.000 Euro geschmückt. Eine weitere empfehlenswerte, gemütliche Unterkunft im Glasreich bietet der historische Herrenhof Grimsnäs Herrgård, 30 km südlich von Kosta.
Restaurant-Tip: https://eng.grimsnas.se/
Im nahen Målerås liegt die gleichnamige Glashütte, die seit 1890 feine Glaskunst produziert. Das Überleben der Glashütte verdanken wir den Einwohnern des Ortes, die sie gemeinsam vor dem Ruin gerettet haben. Heute ist Målerås ein blühender Teil des Glasreiches, mit Fabrikverkauf und Führung hinter die Kulissen. Im Sommer kannst du sogar selbst Hand bzw. Mund anlegen: von Ende Juni bis Anfang August können Besucher in einem zweistündigen Crashkurs eine eigene Schale blasen.
Weitere sehenswerte Adressen im Glasreich sind die Glashütten Mickejohans Konstglas in Örsjö, die Bergdalahyttan in Bergdala und Skruf bei Lessebo. Die jüngste Ergänzung ist eine neu errichtete Holz- und Glashütte in Orrefors – Orranäs Bruk - wo man aufregendes Kunstglas herstellt und wo du das Herstellen in einer wunderschönen Umgebung selber ausprobieren kannst.
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Nimm während deines Aufenthalts an einem typischen „Hyttsill“ teil. Was das ist? Das Wort lässt sich mit „Glashüttenhering“ übersetzt und benennt eine lange Tradition im Glasreich: Wenn die Glasbläser ihr Tagewerk vollbracht haben, werden die Öfen zum Kochen benutzt. Klassiker sind Salzhering und Kartoffeln mit Schale, die auf der Asche im Kühlofen gegrillt werden, also in dem Rohr, in dem sonst das verarbeitete Glas langsam und kontrolliert abkühlt. Auch die typisch småländische Wurst namens Isterband, Käsekuchen und andere regionale Speisen kommen auf den Tisch.
In den Glashütten von Kosta, Målerås und Pukeberg werden diese kulinarischen Events angeboten, die meist von Livemusik begleitet werden und sehr unterhaltsam sind. Die Glasbläser geben dabei – auch wenn eigentlich schon Feierabend ist – Kostproben ihres Könnens und wer sich traut, kann sich selbst im Glasblasen versuchen.
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In der ehemaligen Glashütte in Boda liegt heute das Erlebnismuseum The Glass Factory, das Teile seiner großen Sammlung an Glaskunst – 30.000 Objekte von über 40 Designern – in Wechselausstellungen zeigt. Hier gibt es noch immer eine Werkstatt, in der zeitgenössische Künstler mit Glas experimentieren – und du kannst ihnen dabei über die Schulter blicken.
https://www.emmaboda.se/upplev...
Im Småland-Museum in Växjö ist ein separater Teil dem Glasmuseum Schwedens vorbehalten. Die zwei Dauerausstellungen – „Schwedisches Glas aus sechs Jahrhunderten“ und „Glaskunst in Veränderung“ – zeigen die Entwicklung der schwedischen Glaskunst von historischen Funden bis hin zu Kultobjekten aus den Studios bekannter Designer. Die 35.000 Objekte starke Sammlung ist eine der größten ihrer Art in Europa. Zu den Highlights gehören königliche Pokale, aufwändiges Glasdesign der Gegenwart und auch ausländische Artefakte, die fast 2.500 Jahre alt sind.
https://kulturparkensmaland.se...
Eines der bedeutendsten Kunstwerke des Glasreiches befindet sich aber nicht in einem Museum, sondern kommt im Dom zu Växjö zum Einsatz. Der über vier Meter hohe gläserne Altar wurde vom schwedischen Künstler Bertil Vallien um die Jahrtausendwende geschaffen. Die schiere Größe des Kunstwerks und der Einsatz von Glas als Werkstoff in verschiedenen Farben und Formen sind einzigartig.
Ein Museum in Växjö in Småland zeigt die Geschichte der Auswanderer, die Schweden im 19. Jahrhundert verlassen haben, um in Amerika eine neue Heimat zu finden. Das Haus der Auswanderer, auf Schwedisch Utvandrarnas Hus, befindet sich im Stadtzentrum von Växjö und zeigt in Schaukästen und Modellen einen wichtigen Teil der schwedischen Geschichte.
Die Gegend war nicht immer so beliebt, und die Leute waren hier nicht immer so glücklich. Gerade aus Småland verließen im 19. Jahrhundert viele Leute ihre Heimat. Gründe für diese Entscheidung waren Armut, Hungersnot und auch religiöse Gründe. Etwa ein Viertel der damaligen Bevölkerung wanderte nach Amerika aus und ließ sich dort vor allem in den Bundesstaaten Minnesota und Wisconsin nieder, die vom Klima her ihrer Heimat am ähnlichsten waren.
Das Haus der Auswanderer zeigt diese Episode der schwedischen Geschichte. Man bekommt deutlich das Gefühl dafür, wie die Leute damals gelebt und gefühlt haben, wie die Reise verlief, welche Strapazen es mit sich gebracht hat, monatelang auf einem Schiff zu verbringen und eigentlich nicht zu wissen, was sie auf der anderen Seite des Ozeans erwartete.
Der berühmte schwedische Schriftsteller, Vilhelm Moberg, der auch in seinen Romanen über diese Zeit geschrieben hat, hat dieses Haus, welches das größte Archiv zu diesem Thema in ganz Europa enthält, zusammen mit ein paar Zeitgenossen im Jahre 1968 gegründet. So ist ihm hier auch ein Extra-Raum gewidmet, das Vilhlem Moberg-Zimmer, das eine Rekonstruktion seines Arbeitszimmers darstellt. Hier wird seine Forschungsarbeit für seine Auswandererromane gezeigt, Briefwechsel mit Experten zu diesem Thema und auch drei seiner Originalmanuskripte sind hier ausgestellt.
Das Museum enthält Ausstellungen, eine Bibliothek, ein Archiv, einen Forschungsraum und es gibt immer wieder wechselnde Themenausstellungen. Das Archiv zeigt Briefe aus Amerika, Tagebücher und Fotos. Die Bibliothek enthält Zeitungen und Zeitschriften, die in Amerika für die schwedischen Einwanderer geschrieben wurden. Man kann auch in Archiven nach bestimmten Personen suchen, die damals von Schweden nach Amerika ausgewandert sind. Mit Hilfe von Modellen, Fotos, Statistiken und Interview-Aufnahmen werden dem Besucher die Hintergründe der Auswanderung, die Überfahrt mit dem Schiff und die Anpassung an die neue Heimat vermittelt. So wird z.B. eine kleine Straße dargestellt, um zu zeigen wie die schwedischen Amerikaner in Amerika im Alltag lebten. Auch gibt es eine Ausstellung über berühmte US-Schweden, wie z.B. Charles Lindbergh und seinen Transatlantikflug, ober über die Titanic, bei deren Untergang auch viele Schweden ihr Leben verloren.
Immer wieder bietet das Museum auch neue Ausstellungen zu bestimmten Themen in Zusammenhang mit der Auswanderung, wodurch es für Besuche immer wieder von neuem interessant ist.
Die Adresse des Hauses der Auswanderer lautet Vilhelm Mober Gata 4. Es gibt auch ein Café dort.
Die Öffnungszeiten sind von Juni bis August Montag bis Sonntag von 10.00 bis 17.00 Uhr und von September bis Mai Dienstag bis Freitag von 10.00 bis 17.00 Uhr, am Samstag und Sonntag von 10.00 bis 16.00 Uhr.
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Bummel in der Heimatstadt von „Roxette“.
Travelogue
Entry with dog
The previously prescribed blood tests and wormers are no longer required. Thus:
- Microchipped D-marking (a clearly visible tattoo is only sufficient for animals tattooed before 3 July 2011).
- Vaccination against rabies for dogs, cats and ferrets from 12 weeks of age according to the recommendations of the vaccine manufacturer with an approved vaccine.
- Documentation in the form of a pet passport in which the responsible veterinarian notes all necessary measures.
- The animal must be declared at customs.
If you are traveling with six or more animals, for example to take part in a competition, exhibition, sporting event or training, special regulations apply.
The same rules apply to pets from Switzerland, as Switzerland is classified as a country with a low risk of rabies.
Supplements and further information about the current rules are continuously published on the Swedish Agency for Agriculture's website. If you have any questions about the regulations listed, please contact the Swedish Agricultural Agency in Jönköping directly.
Service line for dog and cat inquiries: Tel.: 0046-771-223 223 Telephone hours: Monday - Friday 08.00-12.00, 13.00-16.30 E-mail: jordbruksverket@jordbruksverket.se
You can also register your dog and cat with Swedish customs online. To do this, go to the link, enter your email address and click on the symbol that corresponds to the question. You will then receive an email with a link that you can use to register the animal online. Tip: You can change the language at the top right of the linked page.
Please also note that in Sweden there are sometimes different customs for dealing with dogs. Dogs are generally kept on a leash and dog waste is removed.
Entry with dog
The previously prescribed blood tests and wormers are no longer required. Thus:
- Microchipped D-marking (a clearly visible tattoo is only sufficient for animals tattooed before 3 July 2011).
- Vaccination against rabies for dogs, cats and ferrets from 12 weeks of age according to the recommendations of the vaccine manufacturer with an approved vaccine.
- Documentation in the form of a pet passport in which the responsible veterinarian notes all necessary measures.
- The animal must be declared at customs.
If you are traveling with six or more animals, for example to take part in a competition, exhibition, sporting event or training, special regulations apply.
The same rules apply to pets from Switzerland, as Switzerland is classified as a country with a low risk of rabies.
Supplements and further information about the current rules are continuously published on the Swedish Agency for Agriculture's website. If you have any questions about the regulations listed, please contact the Swedish Agricultural Agency in Jönköping directly.
Service line for dog and cat inquiries: Tel.: 0046-771-223 223 Telephone hours: Monday - Friday 08.00-12.00, 13.00-16.30 E-mail: jordbruksverket@jordbruksverket.se
You can also register your dog and cat with Swedish customs online. To do this, go to the link, enter your email address and click on the symbol that corresponds to the question. You will then receive an email with a link that you can use to register the animal online. Tip: You can change the language at the top right of the linked page.
Please also note that in Sweden there are sometimes different customs for dealing with dogs. Dogs are generally kept on a leash and dog waste is removed.
www.guldborgcamping.dk/de/
The coastal city of Malmö in the southern Swedish region of Skåne offers an exciting mix of historic charm and urban pulse. Here you will find sights, activities and, last but not least, culinary delights for every taste.
Good to know:
- The average age of Malmo residents is 36 years. This makes Malmo one of Sweden's youngest cities.
- The artist collective Anonymouse have built miniature houses, restaurants, shops and amusement parks all over the city - for mice. So look at your feet to discover the little world on the ground.
- The Turning Torso was the world's first "twisted" skyscraper. At its full height it twists 90 degrees around its own axis.
Located on Sweden's southern tip across from Copenhagen in Denmark, Malmö is the country's third largest city after Stockholm and Gothenburg. Modern, diverse, delicious: Malmö is one of the most diverse cities in Scandinavia. Skyscrapers tower over centuries-old squares, and unassuming brick facades house art treasures of modern and classic works. This incredible city will capture your heart and make you want to come back.
Malmö was founded in the late 12th century and originally belonged to Denmark. Only in 1658 did the city become Swedish. With around 344,000 residents from over 170 countries, Malmö is a melting pot of cultures and flavors.
The weather in Malmö, the capital of the southern Swedish province of Skåne, is slightly milder than in the rest of the country. Being by the sea means it can get windy at times, but generally the summers are warm and the winters are no colder than in central Europe.
The coastal city of Malmö in the southern Swedish region of Skåne offers an exciting mix of historic charm and urban pulse. Here you will find sights, activities and, last but not least, culinary delights for every taste.
Good to know:
- The average age of Malmo residents is 36 years. This makes Malmo one of Sweden's youngest cities.
- The artist collective Anonymouse have built miniature houses, restaurants, shops and amusement parks all over the city - for mice. So look at your feet to discover the little world on the ground.
- The Turning Torso was the world's first "twisted" skyscraper. At its full height it twists 90 degrees around its own axis.
Located on Sweden's southern tip across from Copenhagen in Denmark, Malmö is the country's third largest city after Stockholm and Gothenburg. Modern, diverse, delicious: Malmö is one of the most diverse cities in Scandinavia. Skyscrapers tower over centuries-old squares, and unassuming brick facades house art treasures of modern and classic works. This incredible city will capture your heart and make you want to come back.
Malmö was founded in the late 12th century and originally belonged to Denmark. Only in 1658 did the city become Swedish. With around 344,000 residents from over 170 countries, Malmö is a melting pot of cultures and flavors.
The weather in Malmö, the capital of the southern Swedish province of Skåne, is slightly milder than in the rest of the country. Being by the sea means it can get windy at times, but generally the summers are warm and the winters are no colder than in central Europe.
A must is the city of Malmö, which can be seen from afar with the 190 meter high "Turning Torso".
A must is the city of Malmö, which can be seen from afar with the 190 meter high "Turning Torso".
An imposing building is Malmöhus Castle, which was built in 1434.
An imposing building is Malmöhus Castle, which was built in 1434.
You can end the evening well in one of the many good restaurants on the square "Lilla Torg".
You can end the evening well in one of the many good restaurants on the square "Lilla Torg".
Trelleborg is not only Sweden's southernmost city, but also one of the oldest. Where a thousand years ago Vikings founded their first settlements and built a ring castle, Trelleborg in Swedish, you will now find a lively cultural landscape on the coast of the Baltic Sea. The port of Smygehuk at Sweden's southernmost point crowns the 35 km long coastline. With cultural treasures and culinary delights, Trelleborg is an experience in itself. Nowhere in Sweden is the soil as fertile as around Trelleborg. Farmers and local producers bring Scanian specialties to the table.
Trelleborg is not only Sweden's southernmost city, but also one of the oldest. Where a thousand years ago Vikings founded their first settlements and built a ring castle, Trelleborg in Swedish, you will now find a lively cultural landscape on the coast of the Baltic Sea. The port of Smygehuk at Sweden's southernmost point crowns the 35 km long coastline. With cultural treasures and culinary delights, Trelleborg is an experience in itself. Nowhere in Sweden is the soil as fertile as around Trelleborg. Farmers and local producers bring Scanian specialties to the table.
https://angavallen.se/en/
https://hallongarden.se/
The Viking Age lasted from 793 to 1050 and influenced all of Scandinavia. The image of the sailing pirates with horn helmets persists, but it is not entirely true. The early Scandinavians practiced crafts, agriculture and peaceful trade. Trelleborg played an important role in Viking times due to its coastal location.
The unusually dense population left its mark. In the 1980s, archaeologists discovered traces of a Viking castle! And what a river: 140 meters in diameter, crossed by four streets and connected directly to the sea by a watercourse. A quarter of the castle has been rebuilt. You can cross it via Bryggaregatan, which leads towards Lund as it did a millennium ago.
www.trelleborg.se/uppleva-gora...
The Viking Age lasted from 793 to 1050 and influenced all of Scandinavia. The image of the sailing pirates with horn helmets persists, but it is not entirely true. The early Scandinavians practiced crafts, agriculture and peaceful trade. Trelleborg played an important role in Viking times due to its coastal location.
The unusually dense population left its mark. In the 1980s, archaeologists discovered traces of a Viking castle! And what a river: 140 meters in diameter, crossed by four streets and connected directly to the sea by a watercourse. A quarter of the castle has been rebuilt. You can cross it via Bryggaregatan, which leads towards Lund as it did a millennium ago.
www.trelleborg.se/uppleva-gora...
To the east of Trelleborg, a promontory extends into the sea. At its end is Smygehuk, a small town that used to be popular with smugglers. There the salty wind blows in your face, the sea seems endless. At the harbor stands the lighthouse from 1883. What used to be the modest home of lighthouse keeper Hittinus Hjelte Mattsson is now an STF youth hostel.
200 years ago traders exchanged goods on the Köpmansmagasinet. Today the old warehouse houses a café and a gallery with arts and crafts. Sweden's southernmost shrimp sandwich awaits you at Smyge Fisk. In the small marina, a signpost tells you how far away the European metropolises are. Would you have thought that Berlin is only 314 kilometers away from Sweden's southern tip, but the capital Stockholm is 500 kilometers away and Lapland is even 1500 kilometers away? In the summertime, Smygehuk proves to be a bustling destination of music, culture and activities. In autumn you have sunsets and clear air almost to yourself.
To the east of Trelleborg, a promontory extends into the sea. At its end is Smygehuk, a small town that used to be popular with smugglers. There the salty wind blows in your face, the sea seems endless. At the harbor stands the lighthouse from 1883. What used to be the modest home of lighthouse keeper Hittinus Hjelte Mattsson is now an STF youth hostel.
200 years ago traders exchanged goods on the Köpmansmagasinet. Today the old warehouse houses a café and a gallery with arts and crafts. Sweden's southernmost shrimp sandwich awaits you at Smyge Fisk. In the small marina, a signpost tells you how far away the European metropolises are. Would you have thought that Berlin is only 314 kilometers away from Sweden's southern tip, but the capital Stockholm is 500 kilometers away and Lapland is even 1500 kilometers away? In the summertime, Smygehuk proves to be a bustling destination of music, culture and activities. In autumn you have sunsets and clear air almost to yourself.
Ystad now enjoys worldwide fame thanks to the novel character Inspector Wallander. And the town, with its medieval, pastel-colored wooden houses, cobbled streets and sunny market squares, really is every bit as attractive as the films and TV series make it out to be.
If you join one of the Wallander tours, you will also get to know most of the city and its historical sights at the same time. If not: the most important are St. Knut's Square, the Franciscan monastery from the 12th century and the adjacent St. Peter's Church and Museum. There are many good cafes and restaurants in Ystad, and no, you don't have to eat pizza and hamburgers like Inspector Wallander.
https://www.kosmopoetin.com/wa...
Ystad now enjoys worldwide fame thanks to the novel character Inspector Wallander. And the town, with its medieval, pastel-colored wooden houses, cobbled streets and sunny market squares, really is every bit as attractive as the films and TV series make it out to be.
If you join one of the Wallander tours, you will also get to know most of the city and its historical sights at the same time. If not: the most important are St. Knut's Square, the Franciscan monastery from the 12th century and the adjacent St. Peter's Church and Museum. There are many good cafes and restaurants in Ystad, and no, you don't have to eat pizza and hamburgers like Inspector Wallander.
https://www.kosmopoetin.com/wa...
Kivik Art Center is located in the scenic area of Österlen on Skåne's east coast. The landscape is a sight in itself, but this sculpture park, established in 2006, is also home to unique architectural works by Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, architect David Chipperfield, and has one of the few surviving examples of Venturo, the famous futuristic plastic house built in 1971 by the designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen. The latest addition is Nine Towers (for Jene), the first outdoor sculpture in Scandinavia by American conceptual artist Sol LeWitt (1928-2007).
Kivik Art Center is located in the scenic area of Österlen on Skåne's east coast. The landscape is a sight in itself, but this sculpture park, established in 2006, is also home to unique architectural works by Norwegian architecture firm Snøhetta, architect David Chipperfield, and has one of the few surviving examples of Venturo, the famous futuristic plastic house built in 1971 by the designed by Finnish architect Matti Suuronen. The latest addition is Nine Towers (for Jene), the first outdoor sculpture in Scandinavia by American conceptual artist Sol LeWitt (1928-2007).
www.firstcamp.de/destination/ahus-kristianstad
www.firstcamp.de/destination/ahus-kristianstad
Sometimes the small town is bursting at the seams because it organizes the largest beach handball tournament in the world with over 1,000 teams (week 28/29). Because it's going so well, a beach football tournament has now been added (week 26/27). If you like it quiet and not like Mallorca, you should avoid Åhus during these events. Otherwise the place is beautiful and cozy.
Sometimes the small town is bursting at the seams because it organizes the largest beach handball tournament in the world with over 1,000 teams (week 28/29). Because it's going so well, a beach football tournament has now been added (week 26/27). If you like it quiet and not like Mallorca, you should avoid Åhus during these events. Otherwise the place is beautiful and cozy.
Åhus has a medieval town center with a small piece of the old town wall. Around the Torget, the market square, are the Åhus Museum and St. Mary's Church. There is a popular ice cream stand on the cobbled Torget, which is crowded with tourists in the summer.
Three Swedish sins: eel, tobacco and vodka
The coast here in Hanö Bay is called the “eel coast”. It extends all the way down to Stenshuvud National Park. Unfortunately, there aren't that many eels left, and their consumption isn't without controversy either.
Åhus is known for two other things that are also not uncontroversial: tobacco and vodka.
Tobacco was mainly grown here on the Eel Coast at the end of the 19th century. At that time the annual production was 400 tons. An “Åhus Havana” was also made. The last harvest was brought in in 1964 - after that the cultivation of tobacco came to an end.
Absolut Vodka has been distilled locally since 1879 and is by far Sweden's biggest export hit.
Åhus has a medieval town center with a small piece of the old town wall. Around the Torget, the market square, are the Åhus Museum and St. Mary's Church. There is a popular ice cream stand on the cobbled Torget, which is crowded with tourists in the summer.
Three Swedish sins: eel, tobacco and vodka
The coast here in Hanö Bay is called the “eel coast”. It extends all the way down to Stenshuvud National Park. Unfortunately, there aren't that many eels left, and their consumption isn't without controversy either.
Åhus is known for two other things that are also not uncontroversial: tobacco and vodka.
Tobacco was mainly grown here on the Eel Coast at the end of the 19th century. At that time the annual production was 400 tons. An “Åhus Havana” was also made. The last harvest was brought in in 1964 - after that the cultivation of tobacco came to an end.
Absolut Vodka has been distilled locally since 1879 and is by far Sweden's biggest export hit.
Guided tours are available for visitors to the center. There are also tastings and dishes from the region in the restaurant of the factory and distillery.
www.schwedentipps.se/absolut-v...
Guided tours are available for visitors to the center. There are also tastings and dishes from the region in the restaurant of the factory and distillery.
www.schwedentipps.se/absolut-v...
Residence city of Karlskrona is best known for the naval port, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1998. The city was founded in 1680 under King Charles XI. created as a naval base - 22 years after Blekinge was transferred from Denmark to Sweden. Fortifications, centuries-old churches, elegant squares and sweeping boulevards are testament to a place that was once of national importance. The city center with the strikingly large main square (Stortorget) is on the island of Trossö. Architectural sights include the Trinity Church (Trefaldighetskyrkan) built around 1700, the Frederick Church (Fredrikskyrkan) begun in 1720 and the Town Hall (Rådhus) built in 1790.
One of the oldest buildings is the Kungsholm Fortress, which was built in 1680 on the offshore island of Tjurkö. Right next to it - on the island of Aspö - is the citadel of Drottningskär, which is one of Sweden's most important historic military buildings. It can be reached by ferry from Karlskrona. The Regional Museum (Blekinge Museum; housed in City Palace Grevagården) and the Naval Museum provide information about the region and its strategic importance for Swedish shipping.
Are you more romantic and prefer red houses to submarines and figureheads? Then make a detour to the Brändaholm headland with an allotment settlement characterized by cottages and picturesque alleys from the 1920s and providing the perfect backdrop for leisurely walks.
The city of Karlshamn with around 20,000 inhabitants is another worthwhile day trip destination in Blekinge. Sights include the Fortress (Kastellet) and the 'Asschier'sche Haus' (Asschierska Huset), a 17th-century half-timbered building that once served as the town hall and prison.
https://www.visitkarlskrona.se...
Residence city of Karlskrona is best known for the naval port, which has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1998. The city was founded in 1680 under King Charles XI. created as a naval base - 22 years after Blekinge was transferred from Denmark to Sweden. Fortifications, centuries-old churches, elegant squares and sweeping boulevards are testament to a place that was once of national importance. The city center with the strikingly large main square (Stortorget) is on the island of Trossö. Architectural sights include the Trinity Church (Trefaldighetskyrkan) built around 1700, the Frederick Church (Fredrikskyrkan) begun in 1720 and the Town Hall (Rådhus) built in 1790.
One of the oldest buildings is the Kungsholm Fortress, which was built in 1680 on the offshore island of Tjurkö. Right next to it - on the island of Aspö - is the citadel of Drottningskär, which is one of Sweden's most important historic military buildings. It can be reached by ferry from Karlskrona. The Regional Museum (Blekinge Museum; housed in City Palace Grevagården) and the Naval Museum provide information about the region and its strategic importance for Swedish shipping.
Are you more romantic and prefer red houses to submarines and figureheads? Then make a detour to the Brändaholm headland with an allotment settlement characterized by cottages and picturesque alleys from the 1920s and providing the perfect backdrop for leisurely walks.
The city of Karlshamn with around 20,000 inhabitants is another worthwhile day trip destination in Blekinge. Sights include the Fortress (Kastellet) and the 'Asschier'sche Haus' (Asschierska Huset), a 17th-century half-timbered building that once served as the town hall and prison.
https://www.visitkarlskrona.se...
At just under 3,000 square kilometers, the coastal region of Blekinge in south-eastern Sweden is just slightly larger than Saarland, making it the country's smallest province. But there is still no lack of experiences. On the contrary: the manageable area has room for a varied landscape, and the breathtaking archipelago islands are not to be scoffed at either. There are over a hundred nature reserves there, half of which are in the archipelago. Islands not to be missed include Hanö, Tjärö, Aspö and Utklippan.
At just under 3,000 square kilometers, the coastal region of Blekinge in south-eastern Sweden is just slightly larger than Saarland, making it the country's smallest province. But there is still no lack of experiences. On the contrary: the manageable area has room for a varied landscape, and the breathtaking archipelago islands are not to be scoffed at either. There are over a hundred nature reserves there, half of which are in the archipelago. Islands not to be missed include Hanö, Tjärö, Aspö and Utklippan.
www.camping.info/de/campingpla...
www.camping.info/de/campingpla...
Founded in the Middle Ages, Kalmar has a thousand-year history as a Nordic center of power and trade. In the 13th century, many merchants of German origin lived there, who made a fortune by exporting butter, iron, limestone from Öland and wood from the Småland forests. At that time - and well into the 17th century - the regions of Skåne and Blekinge in what is now southern Sweden belonged to Denmark, and Kalmar was an important town on Sweden's southern border. The strategic importance is visible at the impressive Kalmar Castle, where the Kalmar Union between Sweden, Denmark and Norway was sealed in 1397.
Fascinating architecture in the old town
A stroll through the city will help you understand why Kalmar is so popular with architecture lovers. The cobbled streets of the old town are lined with well-preserved buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is also the Gamla Stan district with cute wooden houses, where the medieval center of Kalmar used to be.
The highlight of the tour is Kalmar Castle, which began as a fortified tower in the 12th century before being transformed into a magnificent Renaissance castle around 400 years later by King Gustav Vasa. Take a guided tour or explore the exhibition on your own. Most of it is described in German. In the castle restaurant you can help yourself to the lavish buffet at lunchtime or treat yourself to a sweet "fika".
Kalmar is partly built on islands, and the largest of these is called Kvarnholmen. The city center has been there since the 17th century. It is surrounded by a city wall and consists mostly of historical buildings. Particularly worth seeing are the Castenska Gården from 1667 with the striking stepped gable, and the baroque Kalmar Cathedral, designed by the court architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder. Ä. designed and built in 1660-1699.
In the County Museum (Kalmar Läns Museum) you can delve deeper into the history of the city and its surroundings. An exciting exhibition is dedicated to the warship "Kronan" that sank in 1676 and, along with the "Vasa", was one of the most powerful sailing ships of the 17th century. Of the approximately 20,000 items recovered from the wreck, gold coins and cannons are on display, as well as remains of the ship itself.
Hiking and cycling in Kalmar and Småland
The varied landscape around Kalmar - with lush open landscapes and coastal charm - is made for adventures on land and sea. The Kalmarsundsleden path stretches for around 200 kilometers along the coast: from Björnhultet in the north through Kalmar to Bröms in the south. It is equally suitable for hikers and cyclists.
In general, Kalmar's surroundings offer the best conditions for cycling with wide country roads and an extensive network of cycle paths. In summer you can also take your bike on the ferry to Öland (from Oskarshamn).
Since Kalmar comprises several islands and peninsulas in the Baltic Sea, there are numerous opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. For example, you can paddle through the channel that separates the island of Kvarnholmen from the mainland and see the castle from the water. The centrally located company Kalmar Kayak rents out kayaks and SUPs and also offers guided paddling tours and courses.
There are many beaches in Kalmar and you can even go swimming in the middle of the city. Three kilometers south of the center, the elongated island of Stensö with its beautiful beaches also juts out into the Baltic Sea. At the southern tip, Gustav Vasa set foot on Swedish soil for the first time in 1520 – after years in exile. He then broke Sweden from the unloved union with Denmark and Norway. A monument (Vasastenen) marks the historic spot.
Founded in the Middle Ages, Kalmar has a thousand-year history as a Nordic center of power and trade. In the 13th century, many merchants of German origin lived there, who made a fortune by exporting butter, iron, limestone from Öland and wood from the Småland forests. At that time - and well into the 17th century - the regions of Skåne and Blekinge in what is now southern Sweden belonged to Denmark, and Kalmar was an important town on Sweden's southern border. The strategic importance is visible at the impressive Kalmar Castle, where the Kalmar Union between Sweden, Denmark and Norway was sealed in 1397.
Fascinating architecture in the old town
A stroll through the city will help you understand why Kalmar is so popular with architecture lovers. The cobbled streets of the old town are lined with well-preserved buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. There is also the Gamla Stan district with cute wooden houses, where the medieval center of Kalmar used to be.
The highlight of the tour is Kalmar Castle, which began as a fortified tower in the 12th century before being transformed into a magnificent Renaissance castle around 400 years later by King Gustav Vasa. Take a guided tour or explore the exhibition on your own. Most of it is described in German. In the castle restaurant you can help yourself to the lavish buffet at lunchtime or treat yourself to a sweet "fika".
Kalmar is partly built on islands, and the largest of these is called Kvarnholmen. The city center has been there since the 17th century. It is surrounded by a city wall and consists mostly of historical buildings. Particularly worth seeing are the Castenska Gården from 1667 with the striking stepped gable, and the baroque Kalmar Cathedral, designed by the court architect Nicodemus Tessin the Elder. Ä. designed and built in 1660-1699.
In the County Museum (Kalmar Läns Museum) you can delve deeper into the history of the city and its surroundings. An exciting exhibition is dedicated to the warship "Kronan" that sank in 1676 and, along with the "Vasa", was one of the most powerful sailing ships of the 17th century. Of the approximately 20,000 items recovered from the wreck, gold coins and cannons are on display, as well as remains of the ship itself.
Hiking and cycling in Kalmar and Småland
The varied landscape around Kalmar - with lush open landscapes and coastal charm - is made for adventures on land and sea. The Kalmarsundsleden path stretches for around 200 kilometers along the coast: from Björnhultet in the north through Kalmar to Bröms in the south. It is equally suitable for hikers and cyclists.
In general, Kalmar's surroundings offer the best conditions for cycling with wide country roads and an extensive network of cycle paths. In summer you can also take your bike on the ferry to Öland (from Oskarshamn).
Since Kalmar comprises several islands and peninsulas in the Baltic Sea, there are numerous opportunities for canoeing and kayaking. For example, you can paddle through the channel that separates the island of Kvarnholmen from the mainland and see the castle from the water. The centrally located company Kalmar Kayak rents out kayaks and SUPs and also offers guided paddling tours and courses.
There are many beaches in Kalmar and you can even go swimming in the middle of the city. Three kilometers south of the center, the elongated island of Stensö with its beautiful beaches also juts out into the Baltic Sea. At the southern tip, Gustav Vasa set foot on Swedish soil for the first time in 1520 – after years in exile. He then broke Sweden from the unloved union with Denmark and Norway. A monument (Vasastenen) marks the historic spot.
You can quickly get to Kalmar via the E22 in a northerly direction. The Kalmar Union between the kingdoms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden was sealed in the mighty castle in 1397. Only a few kilometers away you can cross the 6,060 meter long bridge "Ölandsbron" to the island of Öland. Many campsites, low rainfall, some beaches and many sights such as the steppe "Stora Alvaret", the many windmills, Solliden Castle, the Eketorp refuge and the ruins of Borgholm make a stay on the island an experience. Öland is also known for its rich bird life, which attracts numerous ornithologists.
The Swedish royal family has been spending their summer holidays on the Baltic Sea island of Öland for over a hundred years. What is the attraction of the second largest Swedish island? Maybe it's the mixture of the special nature and the millennia-long history - Öland has been inhabited longer than most other places in Sweden.
The elongated, narrow island measures 137 km from north to south and is only 16 km at its widest point. Its special characteristics make Öland a paradise for a wide range of visitors. Nature lovers are drawn to the 75 (!) nature reserves with flora and fauna typical of the island, including hundreds of bird and wild animal species. Wind and kite surfers take advantage of the long coastline with an ever-present breeze. And history and culture buffs can learn about ancient Swedes through ruins, rune stones and medieval villages.
When you drive over Öland you will notice the many windmills. Wind plays an important role in the ecosystem on such a flat island, and in the 19th century there were around 2,000 windmills between the north and south tips. Although only 350 of them are preserved and these are also closed, they characterize the Öland landscape.
With a coastline more than 300 km long, bather-friendly beaches and distinctive cuisine, Öland is just the thing for relaxing days and lasting memories of holidays in southern Sweden.
Solliden Castle: Where the royal family vacations
A special family moves into a castle: the Swedish royal family relaxes in Solliden Castle in the summer. From the beginning of May to the end of September, the Italian-style park is open to visitors, and you can refresh yourself in the Café Kaffetorpet. However, the interior of the castle is private. Crown Princess Victoria's birthday on July 14 is celebrated here every year.
The royal summer residence Solliden was built in 1906 for the then Crown Princess, also named Victoria. Inspired by her doctor and friend Axel Munthe and his villa on the Italian island of Capri, she too wanted a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that would promote her health while providing a break from the Stockholm court. Öland, like the island of Gotland, has a milder climate than the rest of Sweden, making it perfect for this development.
Borgholm: port town with castle ruins
Near Solliden Castle are the ruins of Borgholm Castle, which is a symbol of Öland thanks to its striking silhouette. A fire in 1806 reduced the once imposing castle to ruins, but there is still enough left to recommend a visit. The walls that have been preserved now house the “Rise & Fall” exhibition on the 900-year history of the castle. In summer, the inner courtyard serves as an atmospheric backdrop for pop concerts.
The town of Borgholm, which has around 4,300 inhabitants and is within walking distance of the two castles, is worth a stroll. Here you have a number of accommodation options to choose from, for example the Hotel Drottning Victorias Vilohem with views of the Kalmar Sound, or the Hotel Borgholm, which includes a stylish, fine dining restaurant that has been decorated with a Michelin star since 2021 and also features the White Guide gourmet guide recommends.
UNESCO World Heritage on Öland
Over a third of Öland has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Agricultural Landscape of Southern Öland since 2000. That's 560 square kilometers protected - twice the area of Dortmund - with villages, stone walls and barren limestone plateaus, so-called "Alvar". The area has been inhabited and farmed by humans for around 5,000 years.
The landscape is dominated by the limestone plateau of Stora Alvaret, which at 260 square kilometers makes up almost half of the World Heritage Site and one-fifth of the entire island of Öland. Extensive exploration is worthwhile.
In Degerhamn on Öland's southern tip stands Lange Jan (Långe Jahn), Sweden's tallest lighthouse and one of the island's most popular attractions. It was built in 1785 and still has a great view that justifies the climb over 197 steps. The lighthouse is surrounded by the Ottenby Nature Reserve, which is known for its many feathered residents and visitors: around 140 species of birds romp here and there is a station for bird watchers (Ottenby Fågelstation).
Museum Vida: modern art on ÖlandÖland shows its modern side at the VIDA art museum (http://www.vidamuseum.com/ ) south of Borgholm, one of Sweden's largest private art galleries. Opened in 2001, the gallery presents two permanent exhibitions of the work of glass artists and designers Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Bertil Vallien, who designed, among other things, colorful vases and objects decorated with faces for the Swedish glass giant Kosta Boda. Both have been active since the 1960s and, in addition to glass art, have also created ceramics, sculptures and paintings.
There is also plenty of space for changing exhibitions in four other exhibition rooms. In the well-stocked museum shop with Swedish glass and design you are sure to find an original souvenir of your holiday on Öland. And right next to the museum is the charming Hotel Halltorp, which invites well-known Swedish musicians to atmospheric concerts in the garden in summer.
The taste of Öland: nothing going on without a dumpling!Thanks to its southern location and mild climate, Öland is one of Sweden's most fertile areas. The restaurants can use products from the island and use them to conjure up traditional and modern dishes.
A classic of Öland cuisine is the "kroppkakor": relatively firm potato dumplings filled with diced bacon and onions and served with lingonberry jam. Many restaurants on the island have the hearty specialty on the menu. The restaurant Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat in Färjestaden has made the dish particularly big.
You can quickly get to Kalmar via the E22 in a northerly direction. The Kalmar Union between the kingdoms of Denmark, Norway and Sweden was sealed in the mighty castle in 1397. Only a few kilometers away you can cross the 6,060 meter long bridge "Ölandsbron" to the island of Öland. Many campsites, low rainfall, some beaches and many sights such as the steppe "Stora Alvaret", the many windmills, Solliden Castle, the Eketorp refuge and the ruins of Borgholm make a stay on the island an experience. Öland is also known for its rich bird life, which attracts numerous ornithologists.
The Swedish royal family has been spending their summer holidays on the Baltic Sea island of Öland for over a hundred years. What is the attraction of the second largest Swedish island? Maybe it's the mixture of the special nature and the millennia-long history - Öland has been inhabited longer than most other places in Sweden.
The elongated, narrow island measures 137 km from north to south and is only 16 km at its widest point. Its special characteristics make Öland a paradise for a wide range of visitors. Nature lovers are drawn to the 75 (!) nature reserves with flora and fauna typical of the island, including hundreds of bird and wild animal species. Wind and kite surfers take advantage of the long coastline with an ever-present breeze. And history and culture buffs can learn about ancient Swedes through ruins, rune stones and medieval villages.
When you drive over Öland you will notice the many windmills. Wind plays an important role in the ecosystem on such a flat island, and in the 19th century there were around 2,000 windmills between the north and south tips. Although only 350 of them are preserved and these are also closed, they characterize the Öland landscape.
With a coastline more than 300 km long, bather-friendly beaches and distinctive cuisine, Öland is just the thing for relaxing days and lasting memories of holidays in southern Sweden.
Solliden Castle: Where the royal family vacations
A special family moves into a castle: the Swedish royal family relaxes in Solliden Castle in the summer. From the beginning of May to the end of September, the Italian-style park is open to visitors, and you can refresh yourself in the Café Kaffetorpet. However, the interior of the castle is private. Crown Princess Victoria's birthday on July 14 is celebrated here every year.
The royal summer residence Solliden was built in 1906 for the then Crown Princess, also named Victoria. Inspired by her doctor and friend Axel Munthe and his villa on the Italian island of Capri, she too wanted a Mediterranean-inspired retreat that would promote her health while providing a break from the Stockholm court. Öland, like the island of Gotland, has a milder climate than the rest of Sweden, making it perfect for this development.
Borgholm: port town with castle ruins
Near Solliden Castle are the ruins of Borgholm Castle, which is a symbol of Öland thanks to its striking silhouette. A fire in 1806 reduced the once imposing castle to ruins, but there is still enough left to recommend a visit. The walls that have been preserved now house the “Rise & Fall” exhibition on the 900-year history of the castle. In summer, the inner courtyard serves as an atmospheric backdrop for pop concerts.
The town of Borgholm, which has around 4,300 inhabitants and is within walking distance of the two castles, is worth a stroll. Here you have a number of accommodation options to choose from, for example the Hotel Drottning Victorias Vilohem with views of the Kalmar Sound, or the Hotel Borgholm, which includes a stylish, fine dining restaurant that has been decorated with a Michelin star since 2021 and also features the White Guide gourmet guide recommends.
UNESCO World Heritage on Öland
Over a third of Öland has been part of the UNESCO World Heritage Agricultural Landscape of Southern Öland since 2000. That's 560 square kilometers protected - twice the area of Dortmund - with villages, stone walls and barren limestone plateaus, so-called "Alvar". The area has been inhabited and farmed by humans for around 5,000 years.
The landscape is dominated by the limestone plateau of Stora Alvaret, which at 260 square kilometers makes up almost half of the World Heritage Site and one-fifth of the entire island of Öland. Extensive exploration is worthwhile.
In Degerhamn on Öland's southern tip stands Lange Jan (Långe Jahn), Sweden's tallest lighthouse and one of the island's most popular attractions. It was built in 1785 and still has a great view that justifies the climb over 197 steps. The lighthouse is surrounded by the Ottenby Nature Reserve, which is known for its many feathered residents and visitors: around 140 species of birds romp here and there is a station for bird watchers (Ottenby Fågelstation).
Museum Vida: modern art on ÖlandÖland shows its modern side at the VIDA art museum (http://www.vidamuseum.com/ ) south of Borgholm, one of Sweden's largest private art galleries. Opened in 2001, the gallery presents two permanent exhibitions of the work of glass artists and designers Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Bertil Vallien, who designed, among other things, colorful vases and objects decorated with faces for the Swedish glass giant Kosta Boda. Both have been active since the 1960s and, in addition to glass art, have also created ceramics, sculptures and paintings.
There is also plenty of space for changing exhibitions in four other exhibition rooms. In the well-stocked museum shop with Swedish glass and design you are sure to find an original souvenir of your holiday on Öland. And right next to the museum is the charming Hotel Halltorp, which invites well-known Swedish musicians to atmospheric concerts in the garden in summer.
The taste of Öland: nothing going on without a dumpling!Thanks to its southern location and mild climate, Öland is one of Sweden's most fertile areas. The restaurants can use products from the island and use them to conjure up traditional and modern dishes.
A classic of Öland cuisine is the "kroppkakor": relatively firm potato dumplings filled with diced bacon and onions and served with lingonberry jam. Many restaurants on the island have the hearty specialty on the menu. The restaurant Arontorps Kroppkakor & Mat in Färjestaden has made the dish particularly big.
Heading west from Öland you then drive through the picturesque landscape of Småland. Here you pass large forests and countless idyllic lakes on the way to Växjö. Some places to take a break are right by the lake, so you can refresh yourself with a swim before examining the Kingdom of Crystal. Traditional glassworks, for example in Orrefors (https://www.orrefors.se/), Boda, Kosta, Bergdala and Skruf (https://skrufsglasbruk.se) are on the route and provide information about the arts and crafts. In Växjö you can learn more about glass production at the Glass Museum and you will also enjoy the Emigration Museum.
We continue west on National Road 25 to the town of Ljungby, with the art museum "Ljungberg Museum", which is well worth seeing. After the culture, nature is on the program at Lake Bolmen and the beautiful lake with its islands invites you to go canoeing. You glide silently through the water and, with a bit of luck, spot a moose on the shore!
The world famous Swedish glass
In the southern Swedish region of Småland lies an exciting destination for fans of craftsmanship and design: the Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket). Over half a million visitors a year come to the area between Växjö and Kalmar to shop for Swedish design in glass and watch as glassblowers create brilliant works of art from the hot mass.
It is the combination of fascinating craftsmanship and design that makes the Kingdom of Crystal in Småland one of the most important visitor magnets in southern Sweden. The abundance of wood (as a fuel) and sand as a raw material created favorable conditions for glassworks and glass studios. Glass has been made here since 1742, more precisely in the village of Kosta near Växjö. This makes Kosta Sweden's oldest glassworks still in operation. All products of the well-known brands Kosta Boda and Orrefors are manufactured here today. There are still 13 glassworks in the Kingdom of Crystal today.
You should plan enough time for shopping there. Typical Swedish souvenirs from the Kingdom of Crystal include sculptures and other home decorations, as well as everyday items such as vases, candlesticks and glasses. Some glassworks have their own online shops, while others are stocked by larger retailers.
Like most Swedish designers, the glass artists are inspired by nature. At Orrefors Kosta Boda, for example, berries, snowballs and flowers are recurring motifs. A popular product is the "Hallon" (raspberry) candle holder designed by Anne Nilsson, which really reminds of a berry with its many beads. The creations of the legendary designer Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938-2018) are decorated with stylized faces, but also with birds and flowers.
Kosta is a great start to your journey of discovery through the Kingdom of Crystal. In the glassworks, which is open daily, you can experience how noble glass art is made from red-hot, melted quartz sand. In the shop you can buy the latest collections as well as second-rate products, which are significantly cheaper. In the Kosta Glass Center you can try your luck yourself: under the guidance of a master, you can try your hand at making simpler glass shapes - fun for adults and children alike. Just drop by spontaneously in summer!
You can also stay in Kosta in a glass design temple: the Kosta Boda Art Hotel. The Art Rooms are individually furnished and decorated with glass art worth 10,000 euros. Another recommended, cozy place to stay in the Kingdom of Crystal is the historic Grimsnäs Herrgård, 30 km south of Kosta.
Restaurant tip: https://eng.grimsnas.se/
In nearby Målerås is the glassworks of the same name, which has been producing fine glass art since 1890. We owe the survival of the glassworks to the local residents, who together saved it from ruin. Today, Målerås is a thriving part of the Kingdom of Crystal, with factory outlets and behind-the-scenes tours. In summer you can even lend a hand or mouth yourself: from the end of June to the beginning of August, visitors can blow their own bowl in a two-hour crash course.
Other addresses worth seeing in the Kingdom of Crystal are the glassworks Mickejohans Konstglas in Örsjö, the Bergdalahyttan in Bergdala and Skruf near Lessebo. The latest addition is a newly built wood and glassworks in Orrefors - Orranäs Bruk - where exciting art glass is made and where you can try the making yourself in beautiful surroundings.
Heading west from Öland you then drive through the picturesque landscape of Småland. Here you pass large forests and countless idyllic lakes on the way to Växjö. Some places to take a break are right by the lake, so you can refresh yourself with a swim before examining the Kingdom of Crystal. Traditional glassworks, for example in Orrefors (https://www.orrefors.se/), Boda, Kosta, Bergdala and Skruf (https://skrufsglasbruk.se) are on the route and provide information about the arts and crafts. In Växjö you can learn more about glass production at the Glass Museum and you will also enjoy the Emigration Museum.
We continue west on National Road 25 to the town of Ljungby, with the art museum "Ljungberg Museum", which is well worth seeing. After the culture, nature is on the program at Lake Bolmen and the beautiful lake with its islands invites you to go canoeing. You glide silently through the water and, with a bit of luck, spot a moose on the shore!
The world famous Swedish glass
In the southern Swedish region of Småland lies an exciting destination for fans of craftsmanship and design: the Kingdom of Crystal (Glasriket). Over half a million visitors a year come to the area between Växjö and Kalmar to shop for Swedish design in glass and watch as glassblowers create brilliant works of art from the hot mass.
It is the combination of fascinating craftsmanship and design that makes the Kingdom of Crystal in Småland one of the most important visitor magnets in southern Sweden. The abundance of wood (as a fuel) and sand as a raw material created favorable conditions for glassworks and glass studios. Glass has been made here since 1742, more precisely in the village of Kosta near Växjö. This makes Kosta Sweden's oldest glassworks still in operation. All products of the well-known brands Kosta Boda and Orrefors are manufactured here today. There are still 13 glassworks in the Kingdom of Crystal today.
You should plan enough time for shopping there. Typical Swedish souvenirs from the Kingdom of Crystal include sculptures and other home decorations, as well as everyday items such as vases, candlesticks and glasses. Some glassworks have their own online shops, while others are stocked by larger retailers.
Like most Swedish designers, the glass artists are inspired by nature. At Orrefors Kosta Boda, for example, berries, snowballs and flowers are recurring motifs. A popular product is the "Hallon" (raspberry) candle holder designed by Anne Nilsson, which really reminds of a berry with its many beads. The creations of the legendary designer Ulrica Hydman Vallien (1938-2018) are decorated with stylized faces, but also with birds and flowers.
Kosta is a great start to your journey of discovery through the Kingdom of Crystal. In the glassworks, which is open daily, you can experience how noble glass art is made from red-hot, melted quartz sand. In the shop you can buy the latest collections as well as second-rate products, which are significantly cheaper. In the Kosta Glass Center you can try your luck yourself: under the guidance of a master, you can try your hand at making simpler glass shapes - fun for adults and children alike. Just drop by spontaneously in summer!
You can also stay in Kosta in a glass design temple: the Kosta Boda Art Hotel. The Art Rooms are individually furnished and decorated with glass art worth 10,000 euros. Another recommended, cozy place to stay in the Kingdom of Crystal is the historic Grimsnäs Herrgård, 30 km south of Kosta.
Restaurant tip: https://eng.grimsnas.se/
In nearby Målerås is the glassworks of the same name, which has been producing fine glass art since 1890. We owe the survival of the glassworks to the local residents, who together saved it from ruin. Today, Målerås is a thriving part of the Kingdom of Crystal, with factory outlets and behind-the-scenes tours. In summer you can even lend a hand or mouth yourself: from the end of June to the beginning of August, visitors can blow their own bowl in a two-hour crash course.
Other addresses worth seeing in the Kingdom of Crystal are the glassworks Mickejohans Konstglas in Örsjö, the Bergdalahyttan in Bergdala and Skruf near Lessebo. The latest addition is a newly built wood and glassworks in Orrefors - Orranäs Bruk - where exciting art glass is made and where you can try the making yourself in beautiful surroundings.
Take part in a typical "Hyttsill" during your stay. What is that? The word can be translated as "glassworks herring" and names a long tradition in the Kingdom of Crystal: when the glassblowers have completed their day's work, the ovens are used for cooking. Classics are salted herring and potatoes with their skins, which are grilled on the ashes in the cooling oven, i.e. in the tube in which the processed glass is otherwise cooled slowly and in a controlled manner. The typical Småland sausage called Isterband, cheesecake and other regional dishes are also served.
In the glassworks of Kosta, Målerås and Pukeberg these culinary events are offered, which are usually accompanied by live music and are very entertaining. The glassblowers give a taste of their skills - even when it's actually over - and those who dare can try their hand at glassblowing.
www.kostahyttsill.se/
Take part in a typical "Hyttsill" during your stay. What is that? The word can be translated as "glassworks herring" and names a long tradition in the Kingdom of Crystal: when the glassblowers have completed their day's work, the ovens are used for cooking. Classics are salted herring and potatoes with their skins, which are grilled on the ashes in the cooling oven, i.e. in the tube in which the processed glass is otherwise cooled slowly and in a controlled manner. The typical Småland sausage called Isterband, cheesecake and other regional dishes are also served.
In the glassworks of Kosta, Målerås and Pukeberg these culinary events are offered, which are usually accompanied by live music and are very entertaining. The glassblowers give a taste of their skills - even when it's actually over - and those who dare can try their hand at glassblowing.
www.kostahyttsill.se/
In the former glassworks in Boda is now the experience museum The Glass Factory, which shows parts of its large collection of glass art - 30,000 objects by over 40 designers - in temporary exhibitions. There is still a workshop where contemporary artists experiment with glass - and you can look over their shoulders.
https://www.emmaboda.se/upplev...
In the former glassworks in Boda is now the experience museum The Glass Factory, which shows parts of its large collection of glass art - 30,000 objects by over 40 designers - in temporary exhibitions. There is still a workshop where contemporary artists experiment with glass - and you can look over their shoulders.
https://www.emmaboda.se/upplev...
In the Småland Museum in Växjö, a separate part is reserved for the Glass Museum of Sweden. The two permanent exhibitions - 'Six Centuries of Swedish Glass' and 'Glass Art in Transition' - show the development of Swedish glass art from historical finds to iconic objects from the studios of well-known designers. The 35,000-strong collection is one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Highlights include royal goblets, intricate contemporary glass designs, and also foreign artefacts dating back almost 2,500 years.
https://kulturparkensmaland.se...
In the Småland Museum in Växjö, a separate part is reserved for the Glass Museum of Sweden. The two permanent exhibitions - 'Six Centuries of Swedish Glass' and 'Glass Art in Transition' - show the development of Swedish glass art from historical finds to iconic objects from the studios of well-known designers. The 35,000-strong collection is one of the largest of its kind in Europe. Highlights include royal goblets, intricate contemporary glass designs, and also foreign artefacts dating back almost 2,500 years.
https://kulturparkensmaland.se...
One of the most important works of art in the Kingdom of Crystal is not in a museum, but is used in Växjö Cathedral. The glass altar, which is more than four meters high, was created by the Swedish artist Bertil Vallien around the turn of the millennium. The sheer size of the work of art and the use of glass as a material in different colors and shapes are unique.
One of the most important works of art in the Kingdom of Crystal is not in a museum, but is used in Växjö Cathedral. The glass altar, which is more than four meters high, was created by the Swedish artist Bertil Vallien around the turn of the millennium. The sheer size of the work of art and the use of glass as a material in different colors and shapes are unique.
A museum in Växjö in Småland tells the story of the emigrants who left Sweden for America in the 19th century. The emigrants' house, Utvandrarnas Hus in Swedish, is located in Växjö city center and displays an important part of Swedish history through display cases and models.
The area wasn't always popular and people weren't always so happy here. Especially from Småland, many people left their homeland in the 19th century. Reasons for this decision were poverty, famine and also religious reasons. About a quarter of the population at that time emigrated to America and settled there, primarily in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, which had the climate most similar to their homeland.
The House of Emigrants shows this episode of Swedish history. You get a clear sense of how people lived and felt back then, how the journey went, the hardships of spending months on a ship and not really knowing what awaited them on the other side of the ocean .
The famous Swedish writer, Vilhelm Moberg, who also wrote about this period in his novels, founded this house, which contains the largest archive on this subject in all of Europe, together with a few contemporaries in 1968. An extra room is dedicated to him here, the Vilhlem Moberg room, which is a reconstruction of his study. His research work for his emigration novels is shown here, correspondence with experts on the subject and also three of his original manuscripts are on display.
The museum contains exhibitions, a library, an archive, a research room and there are constantly changing themed exhibitions. The archive shows letters from America, diaries and photos. The library contains newspapers and magazines written in America for the Swedish immigrants. You can also search archives for specific people who emigrated from Sweden to America at the time. With the help of models, photos, statistics and interview recordings, the background of emigration, the crossing by ship and the adjustment to the new home are conveyed to the visitor. For example, a small street is shown to show how Swedish Americans lived in America in everyday life. There is also an exhibition about famous US Swedes, such as Charles Lindbergh and his transatlantic flight, or about the Titanic, in the sinking of which many Swedes lost their lives.
The museum also regularly offers new exhibitions on specific topics related to emigration, which makes it interesting to visit again and again.
The address of the Emigrants' House is Vilhelm Mober Gata 4. There is also a café there.
The opening hours are from June to August Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from September to May Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
A museum in Växjö in Småland tells the story of the emigrants who left Sweden for America in the 19th century. The emigrants' house, Utvandrarnas Hus in Swedish, is located in Växjö city center and displays an important part of Swedish history through display cases and models.
The area wasn't always popular and people weren't always so happy here. Especially from Småland, many people left their homeland in the 19th century. Reasons for this decision were poverty, famine and also religious reasons. About a quarter of the population at that time emigrated to America and settled there, primarily in the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, which had the climate most similar to their homeland.
The House of Emigrants shows this episode of Swedish history. You get a clear sense of how people lived and felt back then, how the journey went, the hardships of spending months on a ship and not really knowing what awaited them on the other side of the ocean .
The famous Swedish writer, Vilhelm Moberg, who also wrote about this period in his novels, founded this house, which contains the largest archive on this subject in all of Europe, together with a few contemporaries in 1968. An extra room is dedicated to him here, the Vilhlem Moberg room, which is a reconstruction of his study. His research work for his emigration novels is shown here, correspondence with experts on the subject and also three of his original manuscripts are on display.
The museum contains exhibitions, a library, an archive, a research room and there are constantly changing themed exhibitions. The archive shows letters from America, diaries and photos. The library contains newspapers and magazines written in America for the Swedish immigrants. You can also search archives for specific people who emigrated from Sweden to America at the time. With the help of models, photos, statistics and interview recordings, the background of emigration, the crossing by ship and the adjustment to the new home are conveyed to the visitor. For example, a small street is shown to show how Swedish Americans lived in America in everyday life. There is also an exhibition about famous US Swedes, such as Charles Lindbergh and his transatlantic flight, or about the Titanic, in the sinking of which many Swedes lost their lives.
The museum also regularly offers new exhibitions on specific topics related to emigration, which makes it interesting to visit again and again.
The address of the Emigrants' House is Vilhelm Mober Gata 4. There is also a café there.
The opening hours are from June to August Monday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from September to May Tuesday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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