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Spend your days off in Blekinge and be born again. Explore the unexplored and head out into Blekinge’s breathtakingly beautiful and ever-changing natural landscape. Discover the archipelago, the shimmering lakes, and the white sandy beaches.

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Beautiful Blekinge It’s the little things that create lasting memories – splashes of saltwater from the archipelago boat, favourite spots along the road, fish playing in the water, award-winning cuisine, and genuine art and craftsmanship. These all make for some magical memories, and we want to inspire you to make even more.

Welcome to the wonderful waters of beautiful Blekinge.

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Discover our wonderful waters that surround thousands of islands and discover all the mesmerising lakes.

Top tips for those who like to discover.

Traditional fika in royal surroundings with ingredients from the sea and Blekinge’s own natural larder.

Action, big bites, and ARK56 offer a wealth of memorable moments in nature.

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The Karlskrona world heritage site and the largest safari park in the Nordic region are truly extraordinary.

Creativity and craftsmanship flourish in Blekinge.

Blekinge – filled with fun all year round. Find your own favourite activities.

Everything’s close at hand in Blekinge.

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Blekinge’s wonderful waters Blekinge’s hundred-kilometre-long coastline offers all you need for a traditional Swedish summer. You can stay close to the sea, bathe until your heart’s content, spend lazy days at the beach, enjoy good food, and make the most of the long summer evenings.

WHAT COULD BE BETTER than starting your day by donning your swimwear, robe, and slippers and opening the door to be greeted by a breathtaking sea view?

There’s nothing for it but to just make for the water and jump right in. Feel the sultry morning breeze caress your face and watch the sunrays dance on the lightly rippled surface of the water.

YOUR MORNING DIP revives your sagging spirits and brings you to life, giving you all the energy you need to make a start on all the fun activities you’ve got planned for the day.

But first it’s time to get changed and enjoy a hearty breakfast overlooking the sea view, which is almost like an appetiser in itself. Then it’s back to the beach with a deckchair for a few more pages of a captivating book. Or maybe out on an excursion followed by some invigorating sport that gets your pulse racing before an afternoon dip and a mouthwatering dinner.

Or wait until the sun is at its lowest before taking a twilight dip in the still warm and now mirror-calm water before heading home at sunset.

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Let the waves be your next door neighbour

Tredenborgs Camping: A charming family and glamping campsite just outside Sölvesborg with a sandy beach, mini golf course, boules court, and much more. Stay in heated, tastefully decorated canvas tents with sea views. Entertainment is offered several times a week during the summer.

Scandic Karlskrona: Wake up in the heart of Karlskrona with the sea just outside your window. The restaurant boasts a mesmerising view across the water, and in the summer you can enjoy eating on the hotel’s large terrace. No problem if you’re bringing your own boat as moorings are available outside the hotel.

Cottages on Karön island: Built in the 1950s, these fifteen charming cottages all boast sea views on the small island of Karön in the Ronneby archipelago. A restaurant, bathing site, and walking trails are all close at hand.

You’ll find more waterside accommodation at visitblekinge.se/en.

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Hälleviks Havsbad Even though it’s not yet eleven, it’s already hot and the sandy beaches warm the soles of your feet. Your attire for your morning stroll is your bathrobe as you meander along the jetty that has come to symbolise Hällevik. Here, right in front of the beach and the open sea, is Hälleviks Havsbad - a charming, cosy hotel that has been around since 1917 and has been the inspiration for many memories ever since. With more than 80 beds, the hotel is perfect for single travellers and large families alike.

There’s room for everyone!

Hälleviks Havsbad boasts a wealth of activities and possibilities. You can never get bored here! Just a hundred metres from the sea, it’s effortless just to go and take a dip in the inviting blue waters whatever the time of day. If you’re feeling restless and need to let off steam, why not try one of the well-kept tennis courts? Or if you fancy something quieter, the mini golf course is perfect for the whole family. This little summer idyll invites you to explore the pine forest or enjoy romantic summer evenings at sunset, right beside the sea. Welcome to Hälleviks Havsbad.

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Kolleviks Camping: Here you can choose between jumping from the cliffs, heading out into the water from the sandy beach, or bathing in the heated seawater at Väggabadet a short distance from the campsite. With four gravel tennis courts, a boules court, boat hire, and barbecue areas, there’s always something to do. It’s just a half-hour walk along the beach promenade to the centre of Karlshamn.

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Thousands of islands There are thousands of islands to discover in the Blekinge archipelago. The Kustlinjen that operates between Karlshamn and Karlskrona gives you the opportunity to see some of them. But of course, there are many other boat lines going out into the archipelago.

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Head out to one of Blekinge’s coastal gems.

You can find all the archipelago tours at blekingetrafiken.se

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KUSTLINJEN connects the Blekinge archipelago between Karlskrona, Ronneby, and Karlshamn. You can jump on either the M/F Flaggskär in Karlskrona or the M/F Tuva in Karlshamn. The Kustlinjen stops at Hasslö Horn, Ronneby hamn, and Tjärö.

Blekinge’s popular archipelago attracts many people to this part of Sweden just to see the beautiful coastal belt. If you don’t have your own boat, we’d recommend heading out to explore on one of the many tours offered by the archipelago boats.

Why not take the ferry to Aspö from the commercial harbour in Karlskrona? It takes less than half an hour!

In Aspö you can visit the Drottningskär Citadel, dating from the 17th century, and maybe have a bite to eat as well. You can even take the opportunity to stay in the pilot tower on the island.

Utklippan is the southeasternmost group of islands that can be reached on the M/F Sjöbussen, which is right next to the Aspö ferry. Revel in the island’s wildlife and seal colony before sitting down for a bite to eat in the pretty pub in the lighthouse, or take in the breathtaking 360-degree view from the top of the lighthouse.

Karön is Ronneby’s own archipelago island and it only takes five minutes to reach on the Kalle boat from Ekenäs. Enjoy some delicious food at Schweizeriet or a coffee break at Villa Vassen. Or why not stay in a cottage for a few days and relax fishing and bathing?

The idyllic Tjärö can be reached by boat from Karlshamn, Matvik, or Järnavik. Here you can hike, kayak, take a sauna, bathe, have barbecues at the water’s edge, or just explore the island. There’s an excellent restaurant serving à la carte dishes. If you can pluck up the courage, you can dive from a twelve-metre-high cliff straight down into the abyss!

Hanö is a 25-minute journey from Nogersund harbour, just outside Sölvesborg. This mythical and scenic island is free of both cars and mosquitos and has an abundance of fallow deer and beautiful orchids for you to discover. Here you can sunbathe on the flagstones, have a picnic, go fishing, or light up the barbecue. During the Napoleonic Wars Hanö was an English naval base, so be sure to take a look at the English cemetery where English sailors are buried. Don’t miss the curved carvings in the rockface - the dragon mark. Legend says that the dragon was blinded by the light of the lighthouse and flew straight into the rocks.

If you’re in Karlshamn, you’re just a short boat ride from the Citadel. Here you can immerse yourself in history and almost hear the booming cannons from 1675 when the Citadel’s walls were built to protect Karlshamn from attackers who came by sea. Guided tours are available and you can track down the hidden GPS treasure.

Combine your visit with a ticket to the summer theatre which is held at the Citadel every year.

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Wonderful Järnavik Järnavik has something for everyone. Here you can kayak, fish, go boating, enjoy a traditional Swedish fika, eat well, or take a dip in the

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blue waters. There’s waterside accommodation for everyone, whether you prefer your own caravan or tent, or a cottage or guest house.

JÄRNAVIKS CAMPING. This idyllic campsite offers pitches for both caravans and tents. If you prefer a little more comfort, there are some lovely cottages a short distance from the sea. jarnavikscamping.se

PAGELSBORGS GÅRD. Experience the peace and tranquillity of Pagelsborgs Gård. This comfortable accommodation has all you could ask for, and there’s nothing better than enjoying your morning coffee on the veranda. pagelsborg.se

SVALEMÅLA COTTAGES. 300 metres from the sea lie Svalemåla cottages. Fishing, boating, and fun activities are all close at hand here. There’s also a wood-fired sauna and hot tub to warm up in. svalemala.se

PADDELKOMPANIET. Canoe along the Ronneby river or sea kayak in Järnavik. However you want to discover the wilderness in Blekinge, Paddelkompaniet is here to help. paddelkompaniet.se

PENSIONAT JÄRNAVIK. Ninni and Lars run the idyllic Pensionat Järnavik in Järnavik harbour.

Here you can stay the night and eat well all year round. It’s also a great location for conferences and various events. pensionatjarnavik.se

GARNANÄS FISHINGCAMP. Here’s where the real fishing happens! If you are eager to reel in a pike, then Garnanäs Fishingcamp offers some of the best pike-fishing experiences in Sweden. fishingcamp.se

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Välj mellan en spännande rundtur i Världsarvet, bland krutmagasin och befästningar, eller en tur längs idylliska Nättrabyån. Eller varför inte hänga med oss ut till Östra skärgården för en härlig dag! Under vår och sommar har vi även en del event ombord!

Läs mer på www.skargardstrafiken.com WE HAVE TOURS TO SUIT ALL TASTES

Choose between an exciting tour of the World Heritage city, a leisurely tour along the idyllic Nättraby river, or join us for a trip around Trossö or to the eastern archipelago! During spring and summer we also arrange different events on board. For more info, visit www.skargardstrafiken.com

Skärgårdstrafiken i Karlskrona körs av Affärsverken på uppdrag av Blekingetrafiken.

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A magical lake-rich landscape Discover Blekinge’s lakes and enjoy the scenic natural surroundings and mesmerising tranquillity.

Anyone who’s got up at the crack of dawn on a beautiful morning and gone down to a lake hidden in the middle of a forest knows just what an amazing experience it is. The mirrorlike surface of the water and the silence that only gives way to the symphony of nature. This magical spell takes on another dimension as the mist tentatively recedes and the sunlight starts to break through. There are plenty of experiences like these in Blekinge’s lake-rich landscape.

HALEN in the municipality of Olofström is Blekinge’s largest lake. Halens Camping offers a great bathing site with a jetty and even a trampoline for those looking for more of an adrenaline rush. Or you can head out on the hiking trails in the nature reserve where there are picnic areas and wind shelters, run along the running tracks, or go for a horse ride along the

bridleways. Alternatively you can book a trip with Halenflotten and relax in the sauna while the raft floats around the lake.

LÅNGASJÖN, just outside Karlshamn, boasts a lovely sandy beach and offers the warmest bathing waters in Blekinge, so legend says. Here you can stay at the campsite or in one of the cottages. If you love peace and quiet, being close to nature, birdsong, rabbits jumping around, playful squirrels, and a breathtakingly soothing view out across Långasjön, then you’re in the right place. Not far from the cottages and campsite you’ll find Nytorpet – a Friluftsfrämjandet facility – with a wood-fired sauna on the shores of one of the Kroksjöarna lakes. Here you can enjoy a sauna followed by a dip in the lake - even in the winter if you fancy an ice-cold dip.

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Karlskrona lampan Which colour are you? The now classic paraffin lamp was launched at the end of the 19th century as the “train driver’s lamp”. It was subsequently used as a small back-up lamp for train drivers, but now it’s a venerable piece of interior design in almost every other Swedish home. You can find all outlets at www.lampfabriken.com.

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Sweden’s golf coast

Welcome to Pensionat Järnavik, where accommodation and nature come together. Here you can breathe the fresh sea air, sleep well, eat a hearty breakfast, and relax. The small café offers homemade waffles prepared from locally produced ingredients. If you want to explore the old commercial port and see the archipelago from the sea, it couldn’t be easier to head out on a kayak. Paddelkompaniet provides the canoes and kayaks, and then it’s up to you which of the archipelago’s many coves and islands you discover.

Here in the heart of the garden of Sweden you’ll find eight golf courses, each with a completely different character.

36 holes at Karlshamns GK, or 12 slightly more familyfriendly holes in Leråkra. In 2018 Sölvesborg golf club was named Swedish golf club of the year! Blekinge’s golf coast has something for everyone, rookies and professionals alike. Play in the open landscapes or lush oak woodland, or next to a shimmering archipelago - it’s up to you.

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Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve “Like a wild African lodge in the middle of Blekinge”. This is how the White Guide described Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve. A rather telling description of the experience you have getting close to nature in Eriksberg. Take the time to unwind with the savannah as your neighbour. Just outside your window wild animals roam, and in the warm room you’ve the chance to see many exotic breeds.

Tjärö At the boundary between Ronneby and the Karlshamn archipelago you’ll find Tjärö, an archipelagic idyll that tantalises all the senses with its true Bullerby character close to the water and nature.

Here you can enjoy flavours from the sea, head out on a sauna raft, jump off high cliffs, or bathe in the child-friendly bays of the archipelago. In high season, the jetty is packed with magnificent boats that remind you of the French riviera.

An obvious summer destination for those who love the archipelago.

Ronneby Brunnspark Hostel Between two turn-of-the-century villas, in the old convalescence home, you’ll find the Ronneby Vandrarhem Bed & Breakfast. Here in the heart of Brunnsparken, you can stay the night year round, close to both the charming centre and the archipelago boat the M/F Astrid. The boat goes all the way to Karön via the Ronneby river. It’s hard to get a more idyllic health-resort vibe.

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Amazing events There’s so much going on in Blekinge.

Here’s a selection of events that you should be sure not to miss.

SWEDEN ROCK Just outside Sölvesborg in Norje Boke you’ll find Sweden’s rockiest festival. Here you’ll find classic rock, metal, blues, and hard rock featuring around 90 different bands. The festival takes place in early June. But hurry up and book your tickets at swedenrock.com, because they sell out fast!

ARCHIPELAGO FESTIVAL The whole of Karlskrona comes alive and has fun. Guided tours through the archipelago and quaint local food markets. During the festival the area is brimming with boating fun, street sports, beach handball, and open-air cinema. There’s one big concert after another, and if you’ve any energy left then the Karlskrona city race might be something to consider.

HÖSTGLÖD Whether you’re looking for eggs, game meat, or interesting art, Höstglöd has something for anyone who appreciates locally produced ingredients and flavours that are a little out of the ordinary. Höstglöd takes place during the autumn and has become a popular concept. It’s easy to travel between the different manor farms, which are all close to one another.

NÄSSELFROSSAN is a week-long cultural event in Olofström which, like a stinging nettle, teases and burns but also forms the basis of culinary cultural experiences. Here, the rich local cultural heritage comes to the fore. It’s one of the biggest cultural events in Blekinge, with about 150 different events over eight days.

HÄLLEVIK TRADJAZZFESTIVAL Hällevik’s jazz association has been organising this festival for more than 15 years! The town is transformed into a melting pot of happy jazz and attracts around 15,000 people, who are entertained by around 20 different bands over three days in August.

BALTIC SEA FESTIVAL Make sure you don’t miss the traditional festival vibe in Blekinge during the Baltic Sea Festival. Here, popular artists are combined with food and festivities. Tivolit is popular among young people, as is the 2XU Island Challenge swim race among fitness enthusiasts. Don’t miss the sailboat race or the festival parade!

KONSTRUNDAN in Blekinge is a popular and unique spring event in early May. Here art, crafts, and good food come together in unbeatable natural surroundings. The event boasts painters, graphic artists, artists, ceramists, blacksmiths, sculptors, and glass and textile artists. Curious? Follow the green-red streamers that will guide you to the nearest studio.

HASSLÖ FESTIVAL The popular Hasslö Festival has been taking place for the last 18 years in the heart of the Karlskrona archipelago, offering music and a festival atmosphere for all generations. A festival with its roots in prog and rock, it has embarked on new ventures and now mixes modern music with slightly more classical rock.

A brilliant memory of the summer guaranteed!

YOU’LL FIND MORE EVENTS AT VISITBLEKINGE.SE/EN/EVENTS-IN-BLEKINGE

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The King, Queen Silvia, Crown Princess Victoria, and one of the world’s most powerful men have all enjoyed a traditional Swedish fika at Mandeltårtan in Ronneby. But King Oscar II was the first to add royalty into the mix.

Swedish fika Enjoy a regal fika at Mandeltårtan

THE STONE HOUSE FROM 1856 with its contemporary plate roof was once the manor house of the Fridhem estate next to Brunnsparken in Ronneby. The beautiful glass veranda welcomes you with its resplendence, while the interior is carefully thought out with tasteful design. The fact that you can sit and enjoy a Swedish fika in separate rooms creates a homely atmosphere Almond cake is served along with other delicious pastries made from organic ingredients.

The coffee is brewed from carefully selected beans from the very best micro-roasteries.

The name “Mandeltårtan” has an engaging background.

“Prince Oscar Bernadotte, son of King Oscar II, stayed in this house when he was here to drink from the well. He was visited by his father, who also stayed in the house. Oscar ll loved almond cake and even had a cake named after him. With a story like this, it was obvious that the café should be called Mandeltårtan,” explains the owner, Angelica Ragnar.

Almond cake is, of course, the speciality here. It’s baked according to a secret recipe developed by Angelica herself. It has been well received and many guests return time and again. The Crown Princess has visited twice to eat the almond cake.

OTHER PLACES FOR FIKA ANDRÉNS SKÄRGÅRDSBAGERI, STURKÖ | BRYGGHUSET CAFÉ OCH ART, KROKÅS | CAFÉ SÖTT & SALT, KRISTIANOPEL CAFÉ VILLA UTSIKTEN, KARLSHAMN | MORMORS BAKERI, ASARUM | SYSTRARNA LINDQVIST CAFÉ & SURDEGSBAGERI, KARLSKRONA

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Sturkö Smokehouse

Made in Blekinge Getting a taste of Blekinge is easy. You’ll find a range of culinary options wherever you happen to be.

IT’S A SPECIAL KIND OF FEELING KNOWING that even the smallest ingredient has been carefully selected and hand-picked. Why not try Äggaboden’s homemade mayonnaise, which is described as a “real summer’s kiss”? Or take your pick of delicacies among all the delicatessens at the lovely Askunga Dovvilt. The Spjutsbygd farm shop offers enough barbecue sausages, beer sausages, and lamb to satisfy even the largest of appetites. If you’re keen to explore, Björketorp farm offers a wide variety of ice creams. Homemade gelato has been made here since 1998 using milk from the farm’s own organic cows, the neighbour’s eggs, and honey from the farm’s own hives.

If you’re looking for fresh milk, why not get yourself some from the farm’s own milk machine?

Or if you fancy a coffee, then you’d be a fool not to visit Blekinge’s own coffee roastery, Blekinge Kafferosteri. The coffee came fourth in the 2017 Coffee Roastery World Championships! Looking to spice things up a bit? The Bredavik herb garden at Sturkö offers a fine array of herbs and spices. Then why not end your day with a visit to the two friends Magnus and Dan-Magnus at Brygghus 19, where you can experiment with bold new flavours, like 300 kilos of raspberries from a neighbouring grower that’s been turned into 4,500 bottles of raspberry beer. How about an even more exciting beer? Visit Carlskrona Bryggeri, which has let the hops pass through the Neptune submarine at the Naval Museum. There’s something to delight the taste buds in every corner of Blekinge.

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Blekinge offers a wealth of culinary delights all the way along this strip of coast.

THE COASTLINE IS THRONGING with trendy tasting menus, freshly smoked shrimp, and wooden boats offering tours across the strait to the fresh flavours of the sea. Blekinge truly is a beautiful idyll for anyone who likes to immerse themselves in the delights of the sea.

There are many restaurants to choose from, all with the sea as their next door neighbour. &Vin in Karlshamn is praised in the White Guide and offers a first-class tasting menu for anyone looking for new taste combinations with a local touch.

You’ll never cease to be amazed by all the new flavours, which you’ll be unlikely to forget in a hurry.

Why not enjoy the first glass of the evening out on the pier, just outside the restaurant window?

If you’re looking for wilder flavours then Restaurant Visenten at Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve is not to be missed. According to the White Guide, here you can taste some of the best that Blekinge has to offer. A hearty and healthy combination of wild experiences in nature, in scenic surroundings, and on the plate.

If you want to venture a little further out into the archipelago, you’ll find the Sturkö Smokehouse in the middle of the Karlskrona archipelago. Here, fish of all shapes and sizes are prepared directly in the old stone oven. You can get here by boat or by driving across the small bridge. Whatever you choose, you’re sure to enjoy the tastiest things the sea has to offer.

HUNGRY FOR MORE? Visit SJörök in Karlskrona or Wägga Delikatessrökeri in Karlshamn. &vin restaurant

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A rural idyll in Blekinge The trees rustle in the breeze, and the chickens roam freely, enjoying the summer sun just like the guests sitting in the little orangery. Here the taste buds dance in harmony with the certified environmentally friendly and locally produced ingredients. And if the ingredients haven’t been produced by the farm itself, they’ll have been produced by one of the farm’s neighbours. The restaurant offers taste experiences from across Blekinge. A perfect mix of forest, land, and archipelago.

Here we arrange everything from wine tastings to pub nights with beer from microbreweries, vernissages, and music nights. Why not enjoy lunch or a classic Swedish summer fika with seasonal ingredients?

If you’re feeling weary, stay the night at Göholms Bed & Breakfast. In the middle of the nature reserve you’ll find a great little spot - Gö - which is perfect for those looking for an attractive conference venue or who just want a nice spot to fish.

And if nothing else, you’ll find peace and quiet everywhere you go. Open every day during the summer, just outside Ronneby and close to the E22. Welcome home!

Experience the largest Safari Park in Scandinavia. hotel and taste the award-winning gastronomy.

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Winding gravel roads, quiet coves, deserted islands, and the open sea. ARK56 is a network of routes along the 56th latitude guiding you along and down to the water of the Blekinge archipelago.

ARK56 takes you through the Blekinge Arkipelag.

A biosphere reserve is designated by UNESCO to serve as a model area for the sustainable development of its unique natural and cultural values. The area guarantees varied experiences in unexploited natural surroundings and well-preserved cultural landscapes. During your trip you camp out in nature.

A mobile app shows you the way and you can choose if you want to experience nature and culture on foot, by bike, in a kayak, or by boat. Thirteen hubs link the routes and the app shows you where you can stop for a bite to eat or stay the night, as well as

things to experience along the way.

ARK56 stretches from Mörrum to Kristianopel.

Just join any of the routes where it suits you, create your own trip, and change your mode of transport whenever you want. For example, you can cycle along the coast from Kristianopel, change to an archipelago boat at Hasslö, hike on Aspö, then kayak back to Kristianopel.

The app will be released in 2019, so register for newsletters at ark56.se or follow @ark56sweden on social media to be the first to find out when it’s ready to download!

DID YOU KNOW that there are 686 biosphere reserves in the world, five of which are in Sweden? The biosphere is the thin layer around the globe that is home to biological life, while an archipelago is a large number of islands close together, as in Blekinge Arkipelag. Welcome!

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Blekinge outdoors Do you want to experience Blekinge’s beautiful nature on foot, by bike, or maybe on horseback? Whatever you choose, you’ll have plenty of wonderful memories to look back on.

IF YOU ARE A CYCLING ENTHUSIAST who loves the coast and the sea, the Kustvägen southeast trail is an experience you’ll treasure. You start in the picturesque Kristianopel heading for Torhamn, where you can take the archipelago boat to Karlskrona.

During the trip you’ll come across some fascinating surroundings and people. You can enjoy the sights, smells, and birdsong, as well as peace and quiet. But there’s also a variety of activities, places to enjoy a fika, and lots of new experiences to enjoy. This is archipelago life at its best, with beautiful oak groves, serene fields, and small farms dotted here and there along the way. And of course you’ll come across idyllic coves where you can enjoy the Baltic Sea glistening in the sun, and where you can take a refreshing dip before continuing on your journey.

If you happen to stop in Orranäs, you can buy some award-winning cheese from the local farm shop. In short,

this is a bike trip that offers a veritable smörgåsbord of everything southeast Sweden has to offer by way of views, flavours, history, and adventure.

Another brilliant cycle route is Sydostleden, starting in Växjö and ending in Simrishamn. For those who love cycling along the sea, go for the forty-kilometre-long stage from Karlshamn via Mörrum to Sölvesborg. Here you’ll enjoy some amazing coastal experiences.

HIKING THROUGH BLEKINGE Many think hiking is the best way to get really close to nature. If you choose the Blekingeleden route, you’ll be guaranteed to experience every aspect of nature, from forests to valleys and the coast. The route is roughly 250 kilometres in length, starting at Boafall in the municipality of Olofström or at the Ynde rest stop in Sölvesborg, if you prefer. The end of the route is the old 1360s border with Denmark in Bröms at the other end of Blekinge.

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BRIDLEWAYS If you prefer four legs rather than two, you should head to Olofström with your horse. Here you’ll find fifteen kilometres of wonderful riding trails in the nature reserve around Lake Halen, which also has bathing areas for both you and your horse. At 7.7 kilometres, the Röda leden trail is the longest and has three starting points. Here you’ll find a rest area for barbecues and a field to leave your horse while you have a bite to eat.

There are also places to bathe along the lakeside for you and your horse.

Here, everything is tailored to horses and their riders.

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Fishing that reels you in.

Close to worldclass fishing Rainbow trout in Harasjömåla, salmon in Mörrum,

and pike outside Dragsö in Karlskrona. And in between, perch, cod, herring, and many other species of fish all within ninety kilometres. To put it simply, you can catch any fish you want in Blekinge.

IF SPORT FISHING IS YOUR LIFE then Blekinge is where you need to be. There is an almost unlimited variety of fish here freshwater fish, saltwater fish, and river fish. And you can move between them easily, because everything is close at hand in Blekinge.

Why not start your fishing road trip in Harasjömåla, the eldorado of anglers! The scenic forest and fishing area in the northwest corner of Blekinge offers no fewer than 23 small picturesque lakes embedded in beautiful woodland where you can fish for rainbow trout, trout, pike, perch, and whitefish, all within a small area. If you want the feeling of northern wilderness and are an avid fly fisher, we recommend the fly fishing stream. It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional or a rookie there’s something for everyone here. You can spend the night in comfort at Harasjömåla campsite, where you can also rent a cottage if you prefer. The complex also has a playground and children’s pool.

Continue your trip southeastwards to the equally scenic

Mörrum river, known around the world for its salmon fishing and celebrity fishing guests, including King Carl Gustaf XVI, who went to try his luck. Here you’ll find the world’s largest stock of adult salmon and sea trout. What’s more, Mörrumfisket is the most visited tourist attraction in Blekinge. You can also visit the tourist centre Laxens Hus, enjoy organic food at the Kronolaxen restaurant, or relax with a traditional Swedish fika at Ninas konditori. You can stay at a hostel or rent one of Kronolaxfisket’s tent or caravan pitches next to the Mörrum river.

End your fishing trip at Camp Dragsö Sportfishing, which specialises in pike fishing and is located in the middle of Karlskrona, known around the world for its abundance of coarse pike. Camp Dragsö Sportfishing offers exclusive trips in the Karlskrona archipelago. You can rent cabins, large boats, and a fishing guide when you go out in pursuit of the really old pike, where lengths of a metre are an everyday occurrence. The camp is located less than three kilometres from the centre of Karlskrona, where there is a large selection of restaurants.

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A dream farm in Blekinge Claire and Nisse Sjöström live on a farm in Slänsmåla.

This is where they have chosen to work and live their dream together with their goats.

CLAIRE AND NISSE wanted to move south and start a new life on a small farm. Everything fell into place when they came to Slänsmåla. They found what they were looking for in a farm in a charming landscape, close to nature and the community.

“As an urban dweller, it’s easy to think that the city is where it’s at, but I think an awful lot happens in rural areas, too, such as food markets and cultural events like jazz nights. It’s great fun,” says Nisse.

“I call Blekinge a cultural landscape. There are many farms, and also a lot of life and activity,” Claire adds.

Welcome to Blekinge, where nothing is far away.

Close to your dream job, nature, the sea, jogging trails, culture, friends, and Fridays with the family.

Close to all that matters. Close to a good life.

THEY WANT TO USE their eight-hectar farm in a way that’s in line with their approach to life. Their first choice was to start a dairy and produce goat’s cheese.

“We now have 37 goats that help produce the raw material for making the cheese that we sell at markets and through REKO rings,” says Claire. REKO stands for “proper consumption” in Swedish and is a way of trading locally produced food without middlemen.

“There are lots of locally produced delicacies, ranging from lamb, eggs, and rose marmalade to juices and local brews. In addition, your nearest neighbour welcomes you with pudding when you move here, which is a nice touch!”

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Johannishus Gods Johannishus Gods, surrounded by a beautiful nature reserve, is steeped in history. The estate has been worked by eleven generations of the Wachtmeister family since 1684, shortly after Blekinge became part of Sweden. Hans and Maria are now driving the development of the estate. Their passion is sustainable management and offering locally produced food and drink.

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Johannishus Gods is transitioning to organic agriculture, and they produce their own farmhouse ale from the grain. Johannishus Bryggeri launched its first beer at Blekinge’s Höstglöd festival in September 2018. Popular game boxes are offered by game hunters from their own hunting grounds, offering new taste sensations for those who like locally produced game. We’re looking forward to new and exciting events at the estate.

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NAVAL MUSEUM An exciting attraction for the whole family! Experience a real submarine from the Cold War, a world unique collection of figureheads from Sweden’s top warships and se our model chamber with a history dating back to 1752.

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The Örlog town that became a World Heritage Site The remains of various eras that have survived to the present day make Karlskrona a living world heritage site. Visit Kungsholm fort, the Naval Museum, and the postcard idyll Brändaholm, and you’ll understand why Karlskrona is on the same UNESCO list as the pyramids in Egypt and the Great Wall of China.

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TOWARDS THE END OF THE 17TH CENTURY, Örlog towns were built around Europe where warships could be based. This was what Karl Xl had in mind when he founded Karlskrona in 1680. The base needed people and services in order to function, and it was around this that the civilian town grew.

At the same time, Karlskrona became a military target for attackers and required protection. Drottningskär Citadel and Kungsholm fort have guarded the harbour entrance for more than 300 years, and were joined in the 1860s by the God natt and Kurrholmen towers.

From Drottningskär Citadel you can enjoy the view from the cannon windows and immerse yourself in centuries of history. There’s a free ferry over and guided tours are available if you wish.

Kungsholm fort with its round harbour is the symbol of Karlskrona’s status as a World Heritage Site and is still used by the Swedish armed forces. Take the boat over from Fisktorget and visit the museum, which reflects the captivating history of the fort. Guided tours are also available.

The Naval Museum, located in the heart of Karlskrona, is not to be missed. It tells the story of Sweden’s naval history and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in southern Sweden. You can see impressive figureheads from old warships and much more. One of the most exciting activities is being able to get into a real submarine.

Here you can feel, smell, listen, and get a sense of the submariners’ day-to-day life and the precarious position they were in. Excitement for adults and children alike!

The water is transfixing, and if you get hungry, the Skeppsgossen restaurant is close at hand.

If you want to enjoy something truly beautiful, head out to the islet of Brändaholm. Here you can immerse yourself in a true postcard idyll with 45 small red cottages.

Even if you’ve never been before, you’re sure to recognise Brändaholm, as it’s widely used on postcards.

For those who want to really enjoy Karlskrona’s beautiful archipelago, we recommended the Hop-on Hop-off concept offered by the archipelago boat service. You’ll get an unforgettable guided tour of the archipelago of up to fourteen jetty stops. A great experience all round!

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See life from the wild side

Do you want to get up close to bison, white-tailed eagles, seals, or stag beetles?

Then join the safari in Blekinge and take a walk on the wild side!

YOU DON’T NEED TO GO TO Africa to go on a wild safari! Just stop off in Eriksberg just outside Karlshamn. The four-wheel drive off-road vehicles of the African savannah work just as well among the exotic species that roam freely around the nature reserve. With eight square-metre window panes and camera windows, the nature experience is maximised among crown game, fallow deer, wild boar, mouflon, bison, milu, and a variety of birds. If you choose a night safari you can also see foxes, mink, bats, and owls.

If you prefer a fossil-free safari, you can go around by bike.

A highlight is the break for fika at Utsikten, where you can enjoy the view as well as a delicious sandwich from the kitchen of Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve.

Not to be missed is the Eriksberg eagle safari and the search for white-tailed eagles, the largest bird of prey in northern Europe, with a wingspan of up to two and a half metres! If you’re lucky you could see up to twenty white-tailed eagles soar

over Eriksberg – a magnificent and powerful sight.

Utklippan is Sweden’s southeasternmost group of islands, home to a large seal colony of up to a thousand seals. You can get here by using the archipelago boat service from the commercial harbour in Karlskrona, or use your own boat or a water taxi.

You can also book seal safaris with the company Saltstänk. If you want, take the opportunity to climb down into the water and swim with the seals.

If you head to Tromtö, you can visit lush beech forests and see the occasional stag beetle. The stag beetle is Europe’s largest insect and can grow to more than eight centimetres in length. The male stag beetle flies at dusk from late June in search of a mate, which he’ll usually find sipping sap from an oak tree. A protected species, the stag beetle is a symbol of Blekinge.

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Eriksberg eagle safari is a real highlight.

UTKLIPPAN just outside Karlskrona is home to a seal colony of up to a thousand seals. There’s a good chance of seeing more than one seal stick its head up to say hello.

ERIKSBERG is home to the world’s largest single herd of breeding bison, which is an endangered species. Sometimes it’s possible to track the bison on foot together with an expert guide inside the park on what is known as a walking safari. A very exclusive experience!

IN TROMTÖ’S BEAUTIFUL beech forest, a stag beetle might well buzz past during the high season.

The giant beetle - the largest insect in Europe, as well as a symbol of Blekinge - reaches more than eight centimetres in length!

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MARTINSSONSKA GÅRDEN displays sculptures and art by Johnny Martinsson. Here, Johnny showcases his sculptures alongside works by his artist friends Oskar Wickström, Thure Wahlström, and Per Serre. Here you’ll find modern art mixed with architectural history. martinssonskagarden.se

SUSANNE DEMÅNE creates art in omnipresent materials.

Her creative wood sculptures portray captivating women with interesting shapes and figures that are difficult to miss.

Demåne’s creative garden and sculpture park are well worth a visit. demone.se

PLX is a music and art festival that takes place on Tjärö island every August, where artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs come together to exchange ideas and interact.

An exciting and modern variation on a festival and a co-working space. plxtjaro.com

KARIN MEIJER creates her own ceramic goods that all offer something a little extra special. Karin has worked with dressing public spaces and her work stands out and assumes its position in a creative way. Both her stoneware and porcelain are eye-catching. karinmeijer.se

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It’s no coincidence that Blekinge offers a rich art and culture scene. Here, creativity and creative works rooted in the sea and nature thrive and combine with history from a

SKÄRVA GÅRD Every summer, Skärva Gård hosts an exhibition of several different artists. The gallery is located next to a beautiful nature reserve, which is reflected in the overall experience and is well worth a visit. In addition, there is an in-house vego shop to tantalise the taste buds. skarvagard.se

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TINGSHUSET in Sölvesborg offers an architectural look back at the acclaimed architect Gunnar Asplund. Here, and adjacent to the building, you’ll find the Sölvesborg art association, which regularly exhibits beautiful and visitor-friendly art. Artist Ludvig Ödman’s dressing of the public areas of Tingshuset as part of its fitting-out are well worth a look.

MALIN MENA and her studio in glass can be found in the abandoned old water tower just outside Nättraby. Just outside the door you’ll find a Japanese garden, and inside the brick wall is a collection of glass art that smashes all preconceptions. malinmena.se

KULTURCENTRUM in Ronneby can be found in the old Kockum enamel works. Kulturcentrum is a hub and meeting place that’s also home to one of southern Sweden’s largest art galleries, where world-class exhibitions are held year after year. ronneby.se/uppleva--gora/kultur

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Art that captivates you.

HALEWIJN BULCKAEN is a Swedish-Belgian designer who creates unique jewellery.

Everything is handmade, with influences from Scandinavian nature. You’ll find the shop in Karlskrona, right next to the sea. atelierhalewijn.com

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What should we do today?

Blekinge – filled with fun all year round. What will you discover today?

BARNENS GÅRD - AN ANIMAL AND WATER ADVENTURE At Barnens Gård you can help the animal keepers to feed the animals and even go on a tractor ride. If you want even more action, you’ll love the playground. Do you dare to brave the water park’s 120-metre-long twisting and turning water slide? In the shallow end of the pool is Bubblan island, which you can clamber up to the top of before careering down into the water.

RONNEBY BRUNNSPARK - FULL OF EXPERIENCES Grab the picnic basket and fill it with everything you need for an action-packed day in beautiful Ronneby Brunnspark. The park with its cultural buildings is an experience in itself, along with Brunnsskogen forest and its resplendent beech trees. At Naturum you’ll find a fascinating lab where you can take a closer look at fish and insects. Ronneby Brunnsbad is also a waterpark for the whole family with the waterslides Magic-Hole (93 metres long) and Aqua-Cath.

ADVENTURE KAYAKING IN RONNEBY RIVER Did you know that the Ronneby river is around 70 kilometres long, stretching from Hovmantorp in Småland to Karlsnäsgården in Blekinge? Well now you know! The river is easily explored in a canoe, which are available to hire from Paddelkompaniet in Ronneby, complete with a map and land transport. An exciting experience in nature for the whole family! Remember to bring a packed lunch and a good mood!

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Blekinge is a paradise for children.

MINIGOLF WITH A HISTORICAL TWIST Dragsö Camping in Karlskrona boasts a mini golf course like no other. Here you can pitch and putt on an adventure golf course surrounded by a miniature version of the Karlskrona World Heritage Site. You’ll find wooden figures of Rosenbom, King Karl XI, and a raft of famous buildings like Kungsholm fort, Repslagarbanan, and Grevagården. The course has 18 holes and is perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

NAVAL MUSEUM - FULL OF EXCITEMENT How would you like to go onboard a submarine? How does it smell and sound? At the Naval Museum in Karlskrona, you’ll experience the mythical life in the depths of the ocean. Children and adults alike can have a go at the hands-on stations and learn more about the fascinating history of submarines, as well as learn more about what was once top secret.

How exciting!

KREATIVUM SCIENCE CENTER At Kreativum Science Center in Karlshamn, kids and kids at heart can revel in trying their hand at 170 hands-on stations. Kreativum is home to five different discovery squares, each with a different theme. Outdoors there is Kreapark with stations, tunnels, and some rather mischievous fountains. Here you can fill an entire day with exciting activities that you won’t forget in a hurry!

Are you interested in animals and nature? Then make sure you visit Blekinge Exotiska Värld with animals from five continents. Here you’ll find everything from crocodiles to monkeys and poisonous snakes. Altogether there are more than 80 different exotic animals just a stone’s throw from the entrance of Kreativum. An exciting end to a creative day!

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Tickle your curiosity!

Kreativum in Karlshamn is a Science Center for curious people of all ages.

It is the perfect excursion destination for the whole family, all year round.

Awaken your imagination at our various discovery setups and try more than 170 different research stations.

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Fantastic location, centrally located next to the sea 20,000 annual visitors Coworking environments Free wifi Meeting rooms for 1-180 people Video conference room Boardwalk with bathing pier Award winning restaurants Great coffee from Starbucks

We continue to grow! We are now expanding by 700 workplaces, cinema, concert hall and restaurant.

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In Blekinge, you’re close to everything.

HI THERE CYCLIST! You can get around the whole of Blekinge on our network of winding bike trails.

Just don’t forget your helmet!

FROM COPENHAGEN? Take the bridge across and two hours later dip your toes in our wonderful waters.

With DFDS Seaways you can easily take the ferry direct from LITHUANIA to Karlshamn.

Fly from STOCKHOLM. It’s just 50 minutes to Ronneby Airport in the heart of Blekinge.

Coming from GERMANY? Take the motorway and a short ferry trip. You can get to Blekinge in under six hours.

Jump on the Stena Line ferry in POLAND, and after a good night’s sleep you’ll wake up rested in Karlskrona.

All roads lead to Blekinge Blekinge is close to wherever you live, however you choose to get here. Pack up the car, enjoy the view, and take the boat across the strait. Or fly from Sweden’s capital city to Ronneby in just 50 minutes.

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Olofström Fishing Paradise Many people who visit Olofström do so to fish.

With 237 named lakes as well as the Mörrum and Holje rivers, there’s fishing to suit everyone.

TROUT, PIKE, RAINBOW TROUT, PERCH, salmon, zander, or tench? Jetty, boat, canoe, or fishing kayak? Whatever you want to fish, and wherever you want to fish from - the choice is yours!

Several of our fishing destinations offer exciting experience packages and can be combined with good food and drink. If you need somewhere easy and comfortable to relax after a long day of fishing, book a slot at a wood-fired barrel bath or sauna.

Why not develop your fishing skills or have a personal guide with you while you fish? Jacob Lexe, Jonas Andersson, and Markus Zimmer are some of the fishing guides who can let you in on their fishing “secrets”.

Fishing guide Jacob Lexe gives his advice on three unique fishing spots: • Orlunden with its unique environment and challenging fishing (pike, perch) • Flugströmmen in Harasjömåla (rainbow trout) • The “calm” waters of the Mörrum river by Ebbamåla Bruk (salmon, sea trout, pike, perch) Where the fish bite in Olofström: Harasjömåla harasjomalafiskecamp.com Brokamåla brokamala.se Mörrum river FVO morrumsansfvo.se Farabol FVO farabol.se/Turism-fiske.html Holje river FVO holjean.se Multi-fishing pass visitblekinge.se/fiske-i-olofstrom Markus Zimmer facebook.com/Markus-Zimmer-EventsFishing Jonas Andersson blekingefiskeguide.com

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The pearls of Sweden’s southernmost wilderness Few places in the world can offer what Olofström does. We all have our own ideas about what makes a place a real gem. Here are just a few favourites.

VALHALL is not just a mythical place but it’s also a beautiful lookout point. The Valhall Ättestupa is a cliff face 40 metres high located 99 metres above sea level and with a drop straight down into Lake Orlunden. Here you’ll find a seating area and a place for a barbecue. Lake Orlunden is surrounded by beautifully unspoilt beech and oak forests. Legend says that you are taken back to the time of the old Asatron, when Valkyries retrieved fallen heroes and took them to Valhall. The Ättestupa was, as the old wives tale goes, where you made your final journey on this earth.

LAKE HALEN is Blekinge’s largest lake and its surrounding area offers plenty to do. You can enjoy hiking areas, bridleways, canoeing adventures, fishing, swimming, sauna rafting, activities, accommodation, and food. The Halen area is the focal point for many visitors to Olofström. Many favourite spots in Blekinge are within easy reach of here.

GOLF Boa GK in Olofström offers a fantastic golfing experience in the breathtaking natural surroundings of Blekinge - the garden of Sweden. Boa is an interesting and challenging park course, carefully built in a naturally hilly and very scenic landscape. Always good access all year round.

CITYBRYGGAN & STORLEKPLATSEN Children are at the heart of everything in Olofström, which is why we have a huge playground - Storlekplatsen - right in the centre of town.

Storlekplatsen is like no other playground. Here you’ll find exciting attractions for children aged 1 to 15. Walk along the Troll Trail, climb the cobwebs, or splash about in the water of the Holje river that flows nearby. Want to relax instead? Head down to the Citybryggan promenade. Buy a coffee at one of the nearby fika joints, find yourself a place on the promenade, and enjoy the sunshine. It might be the best cup of coffee you’ve ever had.

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The mill town where culture thrives!

Olofström has a tradition of writing, exciting museums, and cultural monuments. Here is an outlet for your thirst for knowledge and your cultural dreams in the most beautiful surroundings.

THE WIFE OF ARTIST CARL ELDH (1873-1954), Elisa, had her childhood home in Ebbamåla. Thanks to a donation, you can enjoy some of Eldh’s sculptures at different locations around the municipality of Olofström.

All of Eldh’s outdoor artwork in the municipality has been equipped with QR codes. Download a QR reader to your smartphone and scan the QR code to be taken to a website where you can find out more about the specific piece you’re looking at.

Around the municipality you’ll find a number of additional works by artists such as Ingrid Enarsson, Mattias Olsson, and Anja Roemer, who created Lightchamber, which also features a QR code.

BUILT BY WRITERS - A CRADLE OF GREATNESS. “The most important things I’ve learned, I’ve learned from novels,” Barack Obama said a year or two ago. The municipality of Olofström is the cradle of some of our most influential authors. Nobel laureate Harry Martinson is the best known. Sven Edvin Salje and Pehr Thomasson also come from the area.

Jämshög is home to a writer’s museum that portrays the lives of Martinson and Salje. Martinson, who was far ahead of his time with his environmental criticism, has enjoyed a second wave of popularity in recent years, not least with his space epic Aniara, which has its Swedish film premiere in 2019.

Author Pehr Thomasson (1818-1883) was born in Jämshög and his texts were considered to be so important that at the end of his life he collected a state pension. Opposite Petrusgården in Jämshög is a memorial to Thomasson.

More museums in the municipality of Olofström: • Stone museum in Vilshult • Aron Bergs Museum • Gränums Bränneri • Ebbamåla mill • Kyrkhult rural culture centre • Author museum in Jämshög • Kärrabol chainsaw museum

FROM COAT HANGER MUSEUM TO STONE MUSEUM. Immerse yourself in Olofström’s history by visiting a museum! In Holje Park you can visit one of Sweden’s “strangest museums” according to an article in Aftonbladet – namely Olofström’s coat hanger and camera museum. You’ll be amazed at how much history can be crammed into a coat hanger, and you’re sure to fondly recognise your first camera. Make sure to also visit the Olofström rural culture centre and Konstlängan when you visit the park, which offer great exhibitions in the summer.

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Experiences to remember Visit Olofström had the opportunity to join a group of people who spent a relaxing day enjoying a variety of activities. Like many others, they had booked an experience package at Snärjeskogen in Olofström in beautiful Blekinge.

IT WAS COMING UP TO LUNCH and the group of twelve checked into the cottages that were ready and waiting for them, heated, cleaned, and with crisp fresh bedding.

After they’d checked in, a pre-ordered lunch was waiting for them in Grillhyddan, right next to the beautiful stream that passes through the area.

Once they’d finished lunch, a walk through the forest was on the agenda, despite the windy, chilly weather. It was certainly nice to be back in the warm after a four to five kilometre jaunt around the troll forest among wetlands and wild animals!

The taxi bus was ready to leave for Röshult, which is located in the north of Olofström. At Röshults Vedugnsbageri there’s an old-fashioned wood oven bakery, where the group tested their skills baking bread and making pizza under the guidance and supervision of talented bakers. After a few hours of baking, learning, and laughing, the taxi returned with the bakers and their bread.

Once back in Snärjeskogen, an evening of food and whiskey tasting awaited. Of course, the group enjoyed the bread they had made together with the bouef bourguignon simmering in the cast iron pot.

“Being in this environment in the peace and quiet, with the scent of the forest and good food and drink, gives me a sense harmony I won’t forget in a hurry,” said one of the guests, Kajsa Lindh.

The evening ended with a dip in the wood-fired barrel baths. For the more courageous, this was followed by a dip in the river next door.

The next morning a full day of canoeing was planned on Blekinge’s largest lake, Lake Halen. Snacks and goodies were packed into the canoes, and an enjoyable lunch awaited at Fritzatorpet restaurant.

Would you like to book an experience package?

Several accommodation outlets in the municipality offer experience packages. Just ask when booking and they’ll help you.

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DISCOVER THE TRANQUILLITY of the Halen Nature Reserve.

In Sweden’s southernmost wilderness, one canoe route goes through three municipalities and several lakes, and you choose if you want to combine paddling with hiking.

Regardless of whether you are a group of friends or a family, we have canoes, kayaks and all manner of equipment for your needs. Encounter the wilderness on your own terms.

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Blekinge’s first genuine artisan brewery and distillery Guided brewery tours including tasting!

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Exhibitions with various themes, playground, activities for the whole family

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Treat yourself to a nice nostalgic trip this summer!

Visit our porcelain an car museums

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