Visingsö
History, art, stories, and legends live on in the kings’ Visingsö. Experience the unique island, located in the middle of Lake Vättern, and its spectacular nature. Get around by bike, bus, or horse and carriage!
Experiences
Visingsö offers many experiences, such as taking a ride on the famous horse and carriage and exploring several places on the island, admiring the magnificent ruins that testify to its former glory …
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Visingsö offers many experiences, such as taking a ride on the famous horse and carriage and exploring several places on the island, admiring the magnificent ruins that testify to its former glory during the great power era, or feeling the tranquillity in the unique oak forest. Throughout the year, in all seasons, this is a harmonious and beautiful place to experience.
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History
According to legend, Visingsö was created when the giant, called Vist, tossed a tuft of grass into Lake Vättern for his wife to step on. Just like a thousand years ago, the tuft is still full of li…
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According to legend, Visingsö was created when the giant, called Vist, tossed a tuft of grass into Lake Vättern for his wife to step on. Just like a thousand years ago, the tuft is still full of life today! Visingsö Castle in Näs is often referred to as Sweden’s oldest royal castle and was built by King Sverker the Elder in the 1150s. The king and his entourage travelled to the castle where hunts, festivities, and important meetings were held. In 1318, the castle was seized by rebels from Småland in an uprising against King Birger and was burned down. Today, parts of the ruins remain for viewing at the headland. One can almost feel the echoes of history within the walls.
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Nature
Just south of the harbour area, you will find the oak forest that holds Sweden’s straightest oak forest. There is wonderful nature to walk or cycle through during your stay on the island. Additiona…
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Just south of the harbour area, you will find the oak forest that holds Sweden’s straightest oak forest. There is wonderful nature to walk or cycle through during your stay on the island. Additionally, there are Sweden’s most beautiful gravel roads (voted by the Swedish Tourist Association in 2019) that lead you through the forest. Exploring the island by bike is a fantastic experience, stopping at farm shops, swimming spots, the alpaca farm, unique churches, or even going up to Erstad to try birdwatching.
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