ASKERSUND From soil to iron, from history to the future. From the glittering archipelago of NorraVättern to the mist settling over a forest pond. From Stjernsund Castle to the mines of southern Bergslagen. Close proximity to tranquil walks, excellent cycling paths and the charming wooden buildings in the city centre.We gather for events and around the table to share our stories.
Welcome to Askersund in the greater Örebro area – the heart of Sweden. A rare combination of enchanting encounters and experiences await you all year round.
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Tips for events!
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23 APRIL & 27 AUGUST
Askersund’s spring and autumn market
In 1550, Gustav Vasa determined that Askersund should arrange a market. Livestock markets of the past still exist today as spring and autumn markets, complete with stalls, goods and happy visitors along the city streets. More info at www.visitaskersund.se.
1–4 MAY
Art round trip
Many of the local artists, craftsmen, and photographers open up their studios and homes to visitors during this weekend. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to step into the world of an artist. Exhibition at Sjöängen Cultural Centre. www.nvbof.se
24 MAY
Lakeside Pride
Askersund’s very own Pride Festival. An important day with an important message about the equal worth of all people concludes with a family day in Hamntorget Square. See the programme at www.visitaskersund.se/lakesidepride
29 JUNE
Antique & Curio Fair
At the Antique & Curio Fair in Åmmeberg, you can find a wide assortment of antique objects from hundreds of exhibitors. This popular antique fair has become a favourite meeting place and destination for thousands of visitors.
www.askersundsauktionskammare.se
Lerbäcksmarken
Lerbäcksmarken is a quality market of arts and crafts, entertainment, and a cafeteria in beautiful rural surroundings. You’ll also find a “Children’s market” with younger market vendors, open smithy and theatre and music entertainment. www.lerbacksmarken.se 5 JULY
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Vätternrundan
14 JUNE
WEEK 28
Children’s Week
Vätternrundan’s new route passes Askersund. At the depot stop, you can cheer on the cyclists entering the final stretch before the finish line. www.vatternrundan.se
25 JUNE–27 JULY
Panic at the Clinic
Bring out your inner child and join us for a week packed with activities for the whole family! Come and hunt for treasures, attend the family theatre in Lerbäck, go on a tractor safari, try out activities, and why not enter this year’s “Glasse-lopp race”? Most activities are free. www.visitaskersund.se/barnveckan
A hilarious summer farce by Ray Cooney for the whole family, starring Anders “Ankan” Johansson. Performed on Lerbäck Theatre’s open-air stage. www.lerbacksteater.se
Car & Bike Meet
Great vibrations are in the air when Askersund is filled to the brim with gleaming vintage cars, custom builds, and motorcycles with rumbling engines. With a stunning location on Alsen beach and with 1600 exhibitors and 8000 visitors, this car and motorcycle show is considered one of Sweden’s most popular.
Facebook: MidnightCruisersAskersund
30–31 JULY
Närkesbergsvägen
Eateries, farm shops, gardening shops, artists, second-hand shops and other shops, are all open along the route between Skyllberg and Närkesberg. www.visitaskersund.se/narkesbergsvagen
2 AUGUST
Antique market Askersund
One of Sweden’s most popular antique fairs and flea markets! Hunt for bargains and choose among objects displayed by 150 exhibitors. A standing event and free admission to about 1 km of market tables, attracting tens of thousands of antique enthusiasts. www.askersundsauktionskammare.se
National Dog Show
23–24 AUG
An amazing opportunity to get acquainted with various breeds, make new contacts, and see many beautiful dogs. www.olkk.se
6–7 SEPTEMBER
A Journey of Foods
Spend the weekend visiting local food artisans, restaurateurs, and entrepreneurs around the county – a wonderful opportunity to taste local products and find new favourites. www.matresanorebrolan.se
Run of Mine
A unique race where you run 350 metres underground – and back up! www.zinkgruvanmining.com
AUTUMN 2025 Sjöängen Cultural Centre
The great artists have found their way to Askersund, and so have the audience! Here it is easy to park your car, eat well, find good accommodation and combine it with worldclass entertainment! Curious about who is coming? Check out www.visitaskersund.se for information and tickets.
PREMIERE 2 OCTOBER Lerbäcks Mystery Theatre
An exciting and chilling mystery complete with three-course meal served in the dining hall of Lerbäcks Theatre. Book a weekend package with charming accommodations at Gästgivaregården. www.lerbacksteater.se
ADVENT 2025 Xmas in Askersund
Experience a charming holiday atmosphere in Askersund, with Christmas markets, glittering Christmas lights and exceptional Christmas shopping. Embrace the season with St. Lucia celebrations and wonderful Christmas concerts. www.visitaskersund.se/juliaskersund
facts about Askersund’s
Kicki Nilsson, Pavel Koubek, Terése Sundh, Tommy Pettersson, Maria Säfverblad, Andreas Hylthén, Vätternkajak, Per-Åke Söderwall, Per Knutsson, Claudia Lewandowski, Roger Borgelid, Henrik Olofsson, Marie Krusell, Mostphotos, Shutterstock, Norconsult, Icon Photography.
The town
The small town with great charm
Right in the heart of Sweden, at the northern tip of Lake Vättern, lies Askersund. This picturesque wooden town by the water enjoys a relaxing atmosphere all year round. Take the time to stop and experience the cobblestone squares, the cafés, and the restaurants. But don’t for a second think that time here has come to a halt!
Askersund Harbour greets you with open arms and a wealth of restaurants and cafés, small craft stalls, exhibitions, and kiosks by the new harbour square. The beach promenade between Askersund city centre and Lake Vättern starts from here. Take the footbridge over to the city’s island of Borgmästareholmen with its historic buildings, and enjoy this secluded spot in a central location. Perhaps a refreshing swim at the island’s beach or a relaxing barbecue at one of the island’s barbecue pits?
Spread out your picnic blanket on the lovely green areas along the promenade and enjoy views of Stjernsund Castle and the town’s boat life out on Lake Alsen. The “Oden II” playground, the town’s beloved climbing tree, boules court, and Hagabadet swim area all invite you to play, and the mini train will
take you for a ride between the harbour and the scenic Heritage Centre at Stadsparken city park.
With its generous glass sections and its wonderful lake views, Sjöängen Cultural Centre offers experiences and social interaction. Every year, Sjöängen presents colourful spring and autumn programs featuring events, performing arts, and exhibitions. Sjöängen is also the perfect venue for larger meetings and conferences.
A mere stone’s throw away there are new housing with unbeatable lake front views – feel the spirit of the future where the city’s roots sprout next to the old station building and the bus station square.
And, you are never more than a block or two away from the old alleys, the quaint squares, and the unique shops that reveal small-town life by the water.
Askersund Country church
A devastating lightning strike in 1661 set fire to Askersund’s medieval wooden church. A new church was erected, the Country Church, its grand silhouette rising at the southern entrance to Askersund. Called the “Knight Island Church of the Countryside” by the poet Verner von Heidenstam, the church was completed in 1670 and is a fine example of Swedish 17th century imperial architecture. The church has links to the Oxenstierna-Soop family at Stjernsund Castle south of Askersund.
During the summer, the church doors open up to welcome its visitors.
Taste Askersund!
Good French cheeses, cold beer, exquisite pralines and tasty Askersund ice cream. Askersund’s food artisans treat you to genuine culinary sensations! Here you can taste the joy of creation, authenticity, and quality – and you get to meet the stories and the people behind the culinary craft.
Inside the prestigious Askersund Brewery you can enjoy a first-class beer tasting in a pleasant atmosphere. A whiff of French latitudes greets you at Madame Nature, where an excellent assortment of tasty cheeses and French delicacies have their given space in the town’s old loading warehouse. Along the popular Stöökagatan, you’ll find award-winning, home-made ice cream
with scrumptious flavours at the refreshing ice cream parlour, Askersundglass. Its neighbour, Glas & Lakrits, offers an array of delectable liquorice pralines and their own Askersund toffee. Welcome to your own tasting experience in Askersund! For more information, please visit www.visitaskersund.se or contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.
Marina & RV Park
“Askersunds Citycamp & Gästhamn” (RV Park & Marina) is a popular destination for motor homes, caravans, and boats. In addition to a café, lighter dishes, and a fuel jetty, you can rent bikes and canoes here.
Here you have lovely views of the harbour and the boat life – all within
easy walking distance from activities, small town shopping, and picturesque leisure areas.
The RV park welcomes you from early spring until late autumn. Enjoy the tranquillity and charm of the small town – as well as first class events. Join us and claim your spot!
Nature nearby
Askersund has not just one but two nature reserves within walking distance of the town centre. From Väderkvarnsbacken, you have wonderful views of the town, with Stjernsund Castle on the shore on the other side of the lake. Scenic Stadsparken is reminiscent of Tiveden with its wild nature, and can be reached via accessible paths. Stadsparken features a Heritage Centre with historic buildings from the area and a mini zoo. You also find a geocaching trail perfect for families with young children. You can walk here along the promenade or take the mini train from the harbour. During the summer, the train runs several times daily.
Take your own city walk
Head out for a leisurely stroll through Askersund and discover the stories of the buildings. Information signs on the façades provide interesting facts and small stories in Swedish from times gone by. For a map and more information, please contact Visit Askersund Turistinformation.
Eric Nordevall II
Enjoy admiring stunning boats? Eric Nordevall II is Sweden’s only paddle steamer and a replica of a ship that sank in Lake Vättern in 1856. This replica was built at Forsvik shipyard and has its home port in Askersund – the perfect place to meet fellow boat enthusiasts. For more information, visit www.ericnordevall.se.
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The Culture Wonderful moments in Askersund
Get a feel of Askersund’s culture! Do you like fine cars, or are you curious about local artisan food? Do you enjoy beautiful artwork, industrial history or castle surroundings?
Perhaps you’re curious about the great shows and performing arts? Creativity has many faces, and Askersund offers a wide variety of cultural experiences all year round.
Beautiful cars are a well-known feature in Askersund. The Car & Bike Meet and the Vintage Car Club Tuesday meets are just a few of all the great opportunities to see unique cars being tenderly cared for.
The mill in the heart of the village
Interested in heritage buildings and local history? Åmmeberg, the neighbouring town to the mining village of Zinkgruvan, has historic buildings and an old railway embankment that testify to the village’s former prominence as a shipping port for ore mined in Zinkgruvan.
Torell’s Promenade leads you past Belgian-style buildings such as the engine shed, water tower and skittle alley in Casinoparken, as well as a Catholic cemetery.
The company Skyllbergs Bruk was given mill privileges in 1646 by Queen
Kristina, and is designated as an area of national interest for cultural heritage conservation. This is home to the historic Skyllbergsvallen sports grounds, as well as a manor house, industrial buildings, private residences and agricultural buildings. Here you will find a living history of the mill.
Add colour to your day
Watercolours, oil paintings, textiles, sculptures, glass, ceramics... Art exhibitions and local crafts have a long tradition in Askersund. The summer art season begins with the Art round trip, where about a hundred artists open up their homes and studios to visitors. The art gallery in Askersund’s harbour warehouse is filled with various exhibitions during the summer, and Sjöängen Art Gallery has something to offer all year round. In addition, many creative artists
and craftspeople will happily open up their studios for you.
Please visit the culture pages at www.visitaskersund.se.
The great food
The joy of creation in Askersund is expressed not least in the artisan food. Local food producers offer high-quality products in small shops, farm shops, restaurants, and cafés. They grow organic vegetables and tasty tomatoes, they make delicious ice cream and freshly brewed beer, and they serve Lake Vättern’s finest char and much more. You’ll find restaurants and cafés both in town and on the countryside. Make sure not to miss the autumn’s great food event Matresan (A Journey of Foods), an amazing opportunity to discover the unique food and meet the passionate people behind it.
Find Sjöängen’s current program at www.visitaskersund.se
Sjöängen Cultural Centre
Along the waterfront promenade, you will find Askersund’s modern cultural centre, Sjöängen. Despite its small size, the city of Askersund offers a wide variety of cultural experiences throughout the year. A meeting place for both young and old, from near and far. Welcome!
Sjöängen is the vibrant cultural heart of the city all year round. Stora Salongen presents concerts as well as theatre and dance performances, featuring both local and national artists. Here you can also enjoy the latest films or experience live broadcasts from international opera stages on Närke’s largest cinema screen with superior sound. Conferences, lectures and fairs are held one after the other – continuously providing new connections and opportunities.
Ever-changing perspectives
In 2023, Askersund’s art centre was inaugurated with new, open and easily accessible spaces. Here, a variety of high-quality exhibitions are displayed year round – always with free admis-
sion and new art experiences! Artwork adorns the interior of the cultural centre and there are several works of art outdoors in Strandparken. You can also enjoy the view of Lake Alsen from the library’s newspaper corner or from the cultural centre’s café.
A place to thrive
Thanks to its strategic location adjacent to Askersund’s transportation hub, Sjöängen is easy to reach. It offers a relaxed environment, with focus on comfort and accessibility, where visitors can unwind and participate in various activities and events. Combine your visit with a stroll along the streets, where you’ll discover charming shops and cosy cafés and restaurants just around the corner.
www.sjoangen.askersund.se
Treat yourself to a package trip!
Experience Askersund with friends and book a package with the best we have to offer. A great concert or theatre performance. Cosy coffee shops and delicious meals along with some local shopping and relaxing walks along the lake. As well as comfortable beds. Welcome! For more information, go to visitaskersund.se/paket
Askersund’s new art gallery
Malleable, adaptable and full of vision – a lively place that never stands still: This is our Sjöängen Cultural Centre! With new open spaces, Askersund Art Gallery invites its visitors to even more accessible premises. Be sure to check out all the fascinating exhibitions throughout the year. The programme with upcoming exhibitions can be found at: www.sjoangen.askersund.se
Norra Vätterns skärgård EKOPARK
Sweden’s best hidden archipelago
...and loads of small lakes
A vast archipelago landscape and enchanted forest lakes in beautiful contrast and harmony. Hike, swim, canoe. Drop anchor or pick a sunny cliff. Find your inner peace or enjoy the thrill of fishing. Moor your boat to a jetty or find accommodation by the water. Nature experiences, as varied as the archipelago, and lakes that change shape in an instant as well as with the seasons. Find your adventure – and let yourself be taken by surprise!
Tips
Strap on your hiking boots and go exploring along rocky beaches or island trails! You’ll find lovely look- out points and hidden mushroom spots where you can fill up your basket and nourish your soul.
Views by the water
An uninhabited nature reserve with an amazing rocky landscape of some 250 islands, islets, and rocks, the archipelago of northern Lake Vättern is an area to enjoy and take care of. Small coves and cliffs open up to relaxation and experiences, with constantly new, magnificent views – no matter how you approach the landscape. Turn around and you’ll find the most beautiful forest lakes for memorable moments by the water.
Pack your bathing suit
Water – a landscape full of water! Sunny, bare cliffs in the archipelago, small forest lakes with beaches and magical water mirrors, small town swim areas with well-groomed lawns for playing, or long, sandy beaches – what would you pick? Pack your bathing suit for a day on the popular beach, by the town swim area, by the picturesque forest lake, or for a quiet evening swim in the crystal-clear waters of the archipelago. Cool off on hot summer days or be bold and go for a cool dip in the early spring or late autumn. Visit www.visitaskersund.se/ gora/ut-i-naturen for swim area tips. Dip your toes or dive right in – the experience is all yours!
Hike with a lake view
Experience the water with your hiking boots on! Archipelago hikes in rocky landscape along the shores of Lake
Vättern, a walk around the magical Dovra Lakes or the beautiful Lake Fagertärn with its red water lilies –a wide variety of exciting hikes right by the water await. Pack your coffee thermos and your camera, sit down at one of the barbecue areas, and enjoy the day.
With quiet paddle strokes
The tranquillity and the freedom of kayaking or canoeing is truly something special! A tour in the archipelago can be both long and demanding – but it can also be absolutely amazing, and suits those who already have some kayaking experience. A good starting point is the harbour in Olshammar, where you can rent or launch your own kayak. The small lakes, with their pleasant, quieter surroundings, offer a great complement. Feel free to contact the VisitAskersund Turistinformation if you’re unsure of what suits you best. We’ll be happy to guide you to your experience!
Wake up by the water
A great variety of natural harbours in unobtrusive locations greet you, whether you sail into the archipelago from Göta Canal, have made your way across Lake Vättern, or have taken your boat out for a day trip. You can also choose to moor your boat in the safe and lovely marina of Olshammar or Åmmeberg.
Slipways
Haga in Askersund, the marinas in Olshammar and Åmmeberg, as well as Tisaren marina in Åsbro. For more information about the slipways and their coordinates, please see www.visitaskersund.se.
Boat & canoe hire
Askersunds Citycamp & Gästhamn (RV
Camping Tiveden
Experitur
Packraft,
Haags Marin & Industriservice
Harge Bad & Camping
Husabergsuddes Camping
Naturvägledare Norra Vättern
Guided
Revelbadets Camping Rowing
Traceless in Tiveden Guided
Vätternkajak – Olshammar and Granvik Kayak,
Åboholm by Tiveden’s Canoe
Ösjönäs
Kayaks,
A restaurant visit, a historical guided tour, the proximity to the enchanted forests of Tiveden, or a round of golf on the golf course are experiences that add a golden touch to your moments by the water.
Once you pass the archipelago, you can glimpse the Stjernsund Castle with Askersund as a picturesque backdrop. The town marina offers harbour huts, restaurants, and fun events. Moor your boat for a few days and enjoy life by the water, close to the cobbled streets and square of the small town.
Do you like the water but haven’t quite found your sea legs? With RV parks in scenic surroundings, charming cabins near the water, and hotels overlooking the archipelago or the harbour, you can easily find your own special spot from which to enjoy the water mirrors. Come experience Sweden’s best hidden archipelago and the many small lakes!
Fishing
The archipelago of northern Lake Vättern is a haven for fishing enthusiasts. The crystal clear water is home to a large number of species, from the old pike lurking among the reeds to the lively perch and the delicious char. Being one of the largest lakes in the country, Lake Vättern offers free fishing with hand-held equipment.You are allowed to fish from a boat provided it does not move by engine power, oars or other means. If you stand on the shore, all you need to do is throw your line out and get started.
More ambitious fishermen, wishing to fish from a moving boat, need to buy a fishing license for trolling and inquire about the limits for the fishing rights in different areas before setting out. If you want to try your luck on the waves of Lake Vättern proper, fishing is free 300 metres from land or any islands. However, make sure you find out about closed areas of the lake if you plan to be fishing between September 15th and December 31st. You can also catch crayfish here during August, but remember to find out about the regulations before placing your crayfish trap at your favourite spot.
Lake Vättern – an unpredictable lake
Stay safe! Keep in mind that Lake Vättern is not a lake to take for granted. You have to pay attention to signs of the weather changing. The weather here can shift from calm to gale unusually quickly, turning calm waters into stormy sea. Do not go out on Lake Vättern if you are unsure of the weather!
Did you know...
...that Askersund and Tiveden offer plenty of fishing opportunities in both large and small waters? Download our digital fishing brochure from www.visitaskersund.se/gora/ut-i-naturen or pick up a copy at the Visit-Askersund Turistin- formation.
Fiska!
TIVEDEN & NORRA VÄTTERN
Angelngehen! Gofishing!
The Archipelago & Tiveden
At the northern tip of Lake Vättern, glittering archipelago landscape meets the deep forests of Tiveden, offering plenty of nature experiences close at hand. An archipelago hike can lead you onto enchanted forest trails, and a kayak tour among the islands can easily be switched for a bike adventure on Tiveden’s winding paths. The area features a wide range of activities for everyone – come find your own wilderness adventure! For more information, please visit www.visitaskersund.se and www.tiveden.se, or contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation for personal tips.
Keep nature clean
Many are those who find their way out into the Swedish nature, realising how many great spots there are to visit. However, knowing what you can and cannot do in nature reserves, by lakes, or on forest trails is not always easy. Here are three tips on how to make your experience more sustainable.
Stjernsund Castle
Open during the summer
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Stay on the footbridge! It keeps your feet dry while protecting nature at the same time.
Don’t litter! Litter in nature spoils the nature experience and is a direct danger to the animals that live there. Everything you bring with you needs to go home with you!
Wash your dishes smarter! Wash it some distance away from the watercourse, cleaning them over land and not directly in the water. The ground breaks down dish soap and food scraps more easily. Use degradable dish soap.
Guided tours, orangery, gift shop and café www. vitterhetsakademien.se/stjernsundsslott +46 (0)70 679 32 31
Hiking trails
Askersund has nearly 30 nature reserves, most of them with marked hiking trails, offering everything from islands and meadows with oak trees, to deep virgin forest. Several of the nature reserves are popular and have many visitors, while others are hidden gems, allowing you to wander through more pristine areas.
POPULAR ROUTES
Harge uddar
Near the archipelago
Trail, 2.5 km, with some challenging sections requiring hiking over rocky terrain. Magnificent views of Lake Vättern. Opportunities for swimming. Shelters and barbecue spots are available. The Gruvrundan cycling trail passes nearby. Small parking area.
Utnäset
Near the archipelago
Trail loop, 3 km, with some challenging sections requiring hiking over rocks. Beautiful views of Lake Vättern’s northern archipelago. Opportunities for swimming and barbecue sites.
Stenkälla
Trail loop, 2 km, starting at the main entrance to Tiveden National Park. Partly challenging hiking terrain where some climbing may be necessary. Scenic viewpoints and caves.
Trollkyrka
Trail loop, 6 km, through partly challenging terrain, starting at the main entrance to Tiveden National Park. Duration: about 3 hours. Old-growth forest, rock formations and viewpoints. Can be combined with other trails.
HIDDEN GEMS
Dovrasjödalen
Loop that crosses other trails, 2,3 to 8 km. Challenging in certain places. The trail winds around three long narrow lakes in a rift valley with wilderness character. Shelter and barbecue spot.
Mårsätter
Two loops of 4 and 7 km trails. Very challenging trail through old-growth forest with some climbing. The Gruvrundan cycling trail passes nearby.
Tjälvesta-Snavlunda
Slightly hilly terrain through meadows and groves. Network of hills and loops, 1 to 10 km in length. Popular nature reserve in the spring, with an array of flowers and plant life. Swimming area.
Mariedammsleden
Snårsjön
Route through the Viken nature reserve with old-growth forest and a rift valley. The trail booklet includes a history of deserted crofts, and can be picked up at the VisitAskersund Turistinformation.
Bergslagsleden
Route in 17 stages that leads through the entire county of Örebro. One of Sweden’s longest trails, 280 km. Stages 15–17 lead through Tiveden.
Fagertärn
Trail loop, 3 km, around Lake Fagertärn, where red water lilies bloom. Part of the trail is wheelchair accessible. Café open during the summer months.
Tylö
Two trails of 4 and 9 km. They are slightly hilly and go past historic mining areas. The coffee house is open during the summer. Wind shelter and barbecue spot.
Rå uddar
Trail loops, 3 to 6 km.
Near the archipelago
Slightly hilly terrain through woods and along inlets of Lake Vättern.
Tylö
More information...
...about the trails and cycling-friendly accommodation can be found at www.bergslagencycling.com
Cycle routes
Pack a picnic basket and go for a journey of discovery on a bike. The cycle routes in the area range from 6 km to 45 km, in different types of terrain, with a wealth of natural as well as historical sights along the way. Over-night accommodation is available along all the trails.
The Åsbro trail
Trail loop, 18 km, starting in Åsbro. Leads south along Lake Tisaren toward Skåle Nature Reserve, and it returns via Lerbäck. Gravel and asphalt. Hilly.
The Laxsjö trail
Trail loop, 39 km, starting in Askersund. Leads through Tiveden and past Östra Laxsjön Lake. Swimming and bathing. Gravel and asphalt.
Around Lake Åmmelången
Trail loop, 30 km, starting in Askersund. Leads around Åmmelången Lake. Passes sites of historical interest, from mining communities to Åmmeberg with its golf course, grocery stores and restaurants. Gravel and asphalt.
The mine trail by the archipelago
A 45 km trail, lined with beautiful nature reserves and interesting cultural sites around the mines of the area.
Bicycle Orienteering
During summer, you can buy detailed cycling maps. More info on Facebook: Askersunds Orienteringsklubb.
Tiveden National Park
Accommodation, restaurants, and museum along the way. Gravel and asphalt path. Connects to the Around Lake Åmmelången trail.
Lerbäckstrampen
Trail loop, 55 km, starting in Lerbäck. Passes forests and lakes in Lerbäck’s mining district with its rich cultural history. Gravel and asphalt.
Mountain bike trails
Askersund and surrounding areas are part of Northern Europe’s most extensive continuous network of mountain biking trails, Bergslagen cycling. You’ll find 1,200 km of MTB trails of various degrees of difficulty spread over eight large mountain bike areas.
Cycling to Tiveden
A lovely and sustainable way to reach the magical forest! There are three cycling routes from the Hallsberg train station, with three options for cycling via Askersund to Tiveden. Choose between “Most Pleasant to Tiveden”, “Most Challenging to Tiveden” and “Fastest to Tiveden”. www.bergslagencycling.com
Tiveden National Park consists of pristine wilderness. Trails, at times challenging, wind their way through this magnificent landscape of fascinating ancient forests, smooth rocks, and dark forest ponds. The National Park welcomes everyone, from the avid hiker to families with children, and offers room for both adventure and meditation.
Knowledgeable nature experts offer a nice mix of Tiveden’s bewitching mystery, tales from the past, and a deeper understanding of the phenomena of nature. Guided tours must be prebooked at www.tivedensguider.se.
Rent a bicycle
Camping Tiveden
Standard bicycle +46 70 094 47 18
Experitur
Standard bicycle, electric bike, mountain terrain bike (MTB), fat bike and children’s bikes. Delivery. +46 70 209 74 91
Ösjönäs
MTB +46 505 250 22
Try something new!
Located in the archipelago, close to the forests of Tiveden, and with a vibrant countryside of several small communities, Askersund offers a wide range of activities for those who enjoy an active holiday.
Enhance your summer by visiting any of the ten municipal beaches and try the new beach volleyball court by the beach at Lake Hemsjön in Åsbro. Go for a swim in Hargebaden’s heated pool or from Harge’s sandy beaches – Närke’s Riviera, which is accessible and where you can borrow the beach wheelchair Hippocampe. The municipality has many lakes to enjoy, both those with prepared swim areas and those where you can find your own swimming spot! And why not try your luck fishing in one of the many lakes?
If you wish to get out on the waves, there are plenty of places to launch your own canoe or kayak. You can also hire a canoe, kayak or other type of boat from one of the rental companies around. If you like sailing, you can sign up for dinghy sailing with one of the boat clubs in the area.
Or why not try our new trails for cycling and mountain biking, or
cycle orienteering. The maps to your most rewarding experience this summer can be found at VisitAskersund Turistinformation. Try the popular cycling track at Solberga IP, the pump track in Sänna, or enjoy our new disc golf course at Väderkvarnsbacken.
For those who want to enjoy nature at a more leisurely pace, there are lighted trails around the municipality as well as the Wellness Walk (Hälsans stig) in Askersund. Or why not take off on a hike on one of our many exciting hiking trails!
Guided tour, culture and nature
Swimming in lakes or a heated outdoor pool
Beach wheelchair for disabled people
Cycle orienteering, mountain biking and bike paths
Hiking or running on trails or cross country
SUP, canoeing or kayaking
Sailing a dinghy or a sail boat
Riding on trails or at an equestrian facility
Fishing
Tennis
Geocaching
Beach volleyball
Golf
Padel
Miniature golf
MTB pump track and technical track
Children’s playgrounds
Ice skating on lakes or an ice rink
Outdoor gym
Labyrinth
Disc golf
Wellness Walk (Hälsans stig)
Local & Sustainable
We care about both nature and people and want to offer experiences that we can truly stand behind. Find local activities for the whole family.
Varied nature and a great range of interesting cultural attractions are just a short drive or bike ride away. You can also enjoy the simplicity and everything that nature and small-scale businesses have to offer: local artisan foods, organic farming, traditional and genuine crafts, reuse and flea markets.
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Askersund
accessible to all
We continuously work to make our town more accessible to all, for the benefit of families with children as well as for people with disabilities. For example, the marina features a lift to help people with disabilities to safely get into a boat. In Harge, you find beach wheelchairs for a lovely dip in Lake Vättern, while Stadsparken Nature Reserve and Lake Fagertärn offer accessible hiking trails. So get out there and enjoy!
Panic at the Clinic
A hilarious summer farce by Ray Cooney for the whole family, starring Anders “Ankan” Johansson. Performed on Lerbäck Theatre’s open-air stage. Be sure not to miss the theatre’s captivating performances, accompanied by an exquisite meal during the spring and autumn months. www.lerbacksteater.se
With their keen eyes, children are usually the first to discover the artworks that are placed along the trail. Old and young artists display their imaginative creations along a 1.6 km long hiking trail through the forests of Tiveden, this year with the theme Fairy Tales & Legends. Art Circuit is a popular excursion for the whole family and is open 24 hours.
Mini Train
Riding a choo-choo train is a must in the summertime! The town mini train takes you through Askersund on its route from the harbour to the Heritage Centre and back. Visit the animals at the Heritage Centre, peak into the old buildings, or gather around the picnic basket in the park’s well-kept green spaces. You can also book the mini train for groups outside scheduled hours. You’ll find the timetable and more information at www.visitaskersund.se.
For children and grown ups
A city for swimming and playing
Askersund’s proximity to water allows you to take a dip in the middle of the town. Stroll across the footbridge to Borgmästareholmen Islet where you’ll find both a beach and plenty of space for playing. And don’t forget your fishing rod! If you’d rather stay ashore, you can tumble around on Askersund’s own shipwreck, “Oden II”, an exciting, and accessible playground. Follow the
promenade further east and you’ll reach our second swimming area, Hagabadet. Along the promenade, the children’s popular climbing tree branches out... Are you still craving more swimming? Then head to Hargebaden – “Närke County’s Riviera” – a popular shallow bay on Lake Vättern only 10 km away.
See the animals and find the treasure
Not all cities have a mini-zoo in the middle of the town, but Askersund does. Hop on the mini-train that leaves the harbour and visit ducklings, rabbits, goats, and chickens at the Heritage Centre. Here you will find well-preserved old buildings from the area and well-maintained green spaces, a perfect place to settle down on a picnic blanket.
In the city park nature reserve next to the Heritage Centre, you’ll find a kids’ geocaching path with hidden treasures. You use your own phone with GPS. See visitaskersund.se for a description of how to find the secret code hidden in the caches!
Children’s Week in Askersund
A week of fun and games in Askersund in mid-July. Restless legs are rewarded in the popular “Glasse-loppet” race with both ice cream and medals, while the hobby-horses in Stjernsund’s castle park eagerly await their riders. The cinema is up and running and the fire truck waits at the Hamntorget market-
place. Join the tractor safari, experience Nature Fun in Tiveden, and visit with the princess at Stjernsund Castle. Most activities are free, although you may have to book tickets. The Children’s Week in Askersund program is available at www.visitaskersund.se/barnveckan
Stjernsund Castle
Beautifully situated on a peninsula in Lake Alsen, Stjernsund Castle is a neoclassical gem considered to have some of Sweden’s best preserved 1850s interiors. Expert guides can tell you about the magnificent hall, the guest apartment of Prince Gustaf, known as the “Singing Prince”, and the servants’ cellar. Check out Prince August’s billiard room and its lovely veranda. You may even feel the presence of Mrs. Cassel, the wife of the last owner of the castle, as you stroll through its chambers and corridors.
There are guided Princess tours of the castle for the youngest visitors. The well-kept castle park is worth visiting year round. You’ll find a carriage museum, gift shop, café and restaurant, as well as a dairy museum.
The Singing Prince
An exhibition on Prince Gustav (1827–1852) is displayed in the Prince’s Wing of the palace.
The castle’s beautiful interiors are only on display during guided tours from mid-May and throughout the summer.
Knalla mine museum in Zinkgruvan
The mine museum in Zinkgruvan brings the history of the area to life with exciting exhibitions about mining – past and present. Hear the roaring of the rock drill and watch the old mining train chug along to Mount Trollberget. You’ll find machinery, vehicles, clothing, equipment, minerals and photo exhibits, and, last but not least, a giant model of the mighty mine beneath our feet. On site are experienced miners who know their job and their history and, if you’re lucky,
they’ll tell you the story of Gruv-Maja who kept a watchful eye on the miners.
For a safe visit to the mine museum, guided tours are offered via QR codes. Welcome – take a peek at life underground!
Great experiences with a guided tour
Kayaking in a group or glimpses of forest secrets. A walk through the old quarters and neighbourhoods or cultural heritage sites shaped by people from the past.You can sense the treasures that lie hidden, piquing our curiosity in events and places.
In the summer season, interesting guided tours are arranged in central Askersund, where knowledgeable guides take you along the city’s back streets. How about a guided tour by horse and carriage? Or join one of the engaging theme tours, such as the “Strong Women of Askersund” or the “City is Burning”?
guided walk along the coast and enjoy a picnic and coffee over a camp-fire.
Glide silently across magical forest lakes in graceful wooden canoes, kayak safely among the islands of the Norra Vättern archipelago, or join a guided tour through the wilderness of Tiveden National Park.
Nature experiences take on an entirely new dimension with a guide. Join a
TIPS
Stjernsund Farm Shop is located close to the castle park. Visit the egg shed or shop for locally produced articles. The Egg Trail is a beautiful walk between Stjernsund and Askersund that will take you passed Stockshammar, an inspira- tional home furnishing store.
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The area around Knalla Mine has plenty to discover from ancient mining. Visit Västerby and Garpa mines, or hike the Mariedamm Trail passed old mine shafts, and see traces of historic iron making from well-preserved blast furnace areas.
Watch a coal pile!
Visit a charcoal hut for a storytelling evening, indulge in a delightful swim in a forest pond, or be enchanted by rare encounters with forest animals off the beaten track.
Join a guided tour and transform your experience to an unforgettable adventure!
Find your guided experience at www.visitaskersund.se/gora/aktivt
When the coal piles are lit in the forests, it’s a real party. The carefully arranged piles traditionally bear women’s names for good luck and good charcoal. Experience ancient craftsmanship and peek into the coal huts, taste “coal buns” with lingonberries and bacon, and listen to sorrowful, beautiful songs. For more information, please see the event calendar: www.visitaskersund.se
Svenskt Porslinsmuseum
Welome to the country’s largest display of Swedish porcelain from 1750 to 2000: “Porcelain we remember, forgot about or never saw before.”
Daytrip destination with industrial heritage museum, with beautiful outdoors and indoors
Large 1950s exhibition! By the listed building Godegård Manor 30 km SE of Askersund.
Open: May to August, Sat and Sun 11 am to 6 pm. Open daily during July, except Fridays. Food and snacks served. svenskt.porslinsmuseum.dinstudio.se • +46 70-276 22 68
AUTUMN SALON September–October
In cooperation with Region Östergötland and Folkuniversitetet Apr 29 TH – May 1 ST 10 am–17 pm
Hammars Bryggeri was founded in 1904 and is one of Sweden’s oldest breweries. Today, soft drinks, an award-winning tonic water, as well as Swedish Christmas and Easter soft drink are produced at a small scale using artisanal methods. Visit us in Hammar outside Askersund to purchase your favourites at the farm shop and enjoy a relaxing break at Café Tonic.
See the opening hours on our website www.hammarsbryggeri.se or on social media @hammarsbryggeri
Experience winter magic in a charming village
Welcome to glittering winter settings, captivating Christmas displays and enjoyable shopping in charming Askersund. A fairy-tale Christmas, St. Lucia celebrations in the streets and squares, markets and concerts all help to spread winter cheer. www.askersundicentrum.se
Small Town Shopping
Browse small shops and meet dedicated merchants. Take a tour of the countryside and visit farm shops, department stores and garden centres with a hand-picked local assortment of products. Welcome to shopping in charming Askersund!
Large shopping chains are conspicuously absent in Askersund. Here you will meet small-scale shop owners who select their products with care. Being good neighbours, they both complement and refer customers to one another, and you’ll
find a unique range of products on their shelves. They offer hand-crafted products, as well as services, including repairs and maintenance. Pop in for a visit to the cobbler, upholsterer, goldsmith or sewing studio. Get your bike or lawnmower
serviced, or pick up the finest homegrown tulips for the most beautiful spring bouquet. Welcome to small town shopping at its best!
Lake Vättern char, scoop ice cream, shrimp sandwich, or warm tomato soup? Fill your summer with delicious moments!
“Sjön suger” is an old Swedish saying. It simply means that being on the lake makes you hungry. Being a tourist makes you hungry too! In Askersund Harbour, you can find several harbour huts with a wide selection of lighter dishes and around town are nice restaurants and cafés. Ice cream in Askersund is a must,
Welcome to our flavourful oasis where food and atmosphere come together in perfect harmony.
and ice cream lovers can indulge in homemade gelato at Askersundglass. Other unmissable experiences include the cuisine of Olshammarsgården manor and the elegant atmosphere of the Stjernsund Castle Café. Enjoy a hearty meal at the miners’ favourite kiosk in Zinkgruvan, and the charming Rönne Kapell restaurant is now reopening. Seek-
ing fine dining experiences in inspiring settings? If so, make your way to Krogensomintefinns, which translates to “The restaurant that doesn’t exist”, in Närkesberg. Or check in to the Hotel Montagne in Åmmeberg. Be sure to sample the delicacies from Lake Vättern: char and whitefish. Browse the Restaurant & Café list and discover your own favourites.
Askersund offers a great mix of accommodation to suit all preferences: comfortable hotels in manor surroundings with romantic rooms, affordable hostels, or charming B&Bs in an old-fashioned setting. You’ll find camp-sites with lake front views, RV parks in beautiful scenery, and cabins with the forest right on your doorstep. Just choose what suits you and your family best.
Askersund Citycamp +46 583-140 80 & Gästhamn and Sundsängen (no pre-booking)
Kårberg
Rosendals Festgård +46 70-217 02 46
Mariedamm
Mariedamms Ställplats +46 73-338 10 61
Olshammar
Aspa Båtklubb, +46 70-513 02 64
Gästhamn & Ställplats
Tiveden
Revelbadets Camping +46 76- 010 73 00
AskersHund, +46 70-783 10 02
Tivedsporten
Zinkgruvan
Ställplats Zinkgruvan, +46 70-243 51 77
Lönns kurva
Åmmeberg
Askersunds Golfklubb +46 583-349 43 (for golfers)
Åmmebergs Båtklubb, +46 70-229 71 20
Gästhamn & Ställplats
Scenic overnight accommodations
Bergsgården, Närkesberg
GPS: 58.90492, 15.24392
Dammtorp, Tiveden
GPS: 58.78279. 14.61986
Stora Mosshult, Tiveden
GPS: 58.83885, 14.61887
Västra Gålsjö, Rönneshytta
+46 70 692 86 03
GPS: 58.925, 15.082
RV Parks
Claim your spot with views of the harbour and the town, by the beautiful archipelago, or in exciting mining surroundings.
Askersund offers RV parks for all tastes. You can opt to stay centrally, just a short walk from Askersund’s old quarters. Gaze out across the harbour from “Askersunds Citycamp & Gästhamn” (RV Park & Marina) where small town life, with its wonderful activities, shopping, and select events welcome you all year round. Or enjoy the archipelago by northern Lake Vättern from the beach side RV park of Aspa Boat Club. Rent a kayak and glide along the islands, or discover the enchanted forests of Tiveden by bike.
Lönns kurva and Mariedamm are also worth a visit for those interested in the Bergslagen region and mining
history. You can walk around among historic buildings and visit the exciting mining museum or abandoned mines. Or are you in the mood for a round of golf? Then head to Askersund Golf Club by Kärraviken Marina in Åmmeberg. Our overnight accommodations in scenic surroundings are a simpler alternative to our camping pitches. Here you can spend the night close to nature if you don’t feel the need for services and amenities but still want to feel safe and welcome.
And don’t forget to pack your bathing suit and hiking boots, because in Askersund, you’re never far from the nearest swim area or hiking trail. Welcome!
TIPS
Access to free latrine emptying in Askersund. For more information: www.askersund.se
“Allemansrätten”
The right of common access is something you use when walking, canoeing or even just sit on a rock. The right of common access is a unique opportunity to all of us to roam freely in the Swedish outdoors. But we also have to show responsibility towards nature and animal life and be considerate to the needs of landowners as well as other visitors. Try to minimise any disruption or disturbance as you move around the countryside. For more informa tion pick up a leaflet about Allemansrätten (the right of common access) at VisitAsker sund Turistinformation or see www.naturvardsverket.se/allemansratten
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VisitAskersund Turistinformation
VisitAskersund Infopoints: Tylöskogen
Best Western Hotel Norra Vättern
Garvaregården Hotel
Kulturhuset Sjöängen
Olshammarsgården
Hotel PerOlofGården
TIPS
In Askersund, we are constantly working to improve the possibilities for sustainable travel. Find your sustainable trip here:
Î www.sj.se
Î www.lanstrafiken.se
Î www.flixbus.se
Î www.vy.se
Î www.bergslagencycling.se
Plan your trip here:
Î www.resrobot.se
Î www.reseplanerare.com
Askersunds Municipality
Area: Total area 1025,21 km2, 819,88 km2 land and 205,33 km2 water.
Population: 11 476 inhabitants (30 oct 2024. Source: SCB 2024-11-18))
History: Askersund received its town privileges in 1643. The town charter is signed by Kristina, Queen of Sweden. Askersund Municipality was formed in 1971 through the merging of three municipalities: Askersund, Lerbäck, and Hammar.
Economy: The number of registered companies is about 1600. The largest are Zinkgruvan Mining AB, Aspa Pulp AB, Alfapac AB, ITS Logistik-partner AB och Essity. Other major companies in the area include Skyllbergs Bruks AB and Svensk GlasÅtervinning AB. In addition, retail, tourism and farming also make substantial contributions.
More information at www.askersund.se
Parking
Parking disc
Celebrities from Askersund: Verner von Heidenstam – author and poet; Folke Dahlberg – author and artist; Eva Eastwood – singer/songwriter; Tom Nordahl – singer and TV talent show participant; Bertil Boo – singer, starred in the popular Åsa Nisse films in the 1950s and 60s and 10 local “thieves” from the SVT series “Tjuv & Polis”.
Major sights:
Î Stjernsund Castle
Î Knalla Mining Museum
Î Garpa mine
Î Askersund country church
Î Askersund beach front
Î Harge beach
Î The islands of northern Lake Vättern
Î Tiveden National park
Î Sjöängen Cultural Centre
Î Lerbäck Theatre
Î Lake Fagertärn
Î Birgitta Church in Olshammar
Î Askersund Heritage Centre
Useful maps
VisitAskersund Turistinformation offers free overview maps, as well as detailed maps, covering specific areas. Maps for download are available at www.visitaskersund.se
Many car parks in Askersund require the use of a parking disc. The disc is free and can be picked up in the town hall reception or in many local shops. Please refer to the signs at each car park for information on how long you can park free.
Long stay car park
Several car parks allow parking up to 24 hours. For more information, please contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.
