Culture and history
In Småland and on Öland, there is much culture and history. There are many places to visit and a lot of knowledge to gain. We welcome you to all our villages, factories, and castles.
Kalmar Castle
Welcome to Kalmar Castle, located in the center of Kalmar, just a stone’s throw from the station. Here, at Kalmar’s most historical attraction, most things look as they did in the 1500s. There is s…
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Welcome to Kalmar Castle, located in the center of Kalmar, just a stone’s throw from the station. Here, at Kalmar’s most historical attraction, most things look as they did in the 1500s. There is so much history to discover for both young and old. As a visitor, you can explore the castle’s permanent and temporary exhibitions as well as participate in guided tours and events. Why not enjoy something delicious in the castle restaurant or look for something to take home from the castle shop? The castle is open year-round, and during the Christmas season, there is a Christmas market worth visiting, with many local exhibitors offering both food and crafts. During school holidays, the castle transforms into the Children’s Castle with play and learning in the spirit of history. If you dream of a royal wedding, you can do it in the Castle Church, located inside the castle.
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Huseby Estate
Visiting Huseby is like traveling back in time and landing in a completely different world. Here, the waterwheels in the mill turn, the shop sells old-fashioned candies, peacocks adorn the garden, …
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Visiting Huseby is like traveling back in time and landing in a completely different world. Here, the waterwheels in the mill turn, the shop sells old-fashioned candies, peacocks adorn the garden, and the maid sweeps the castle. Stroll around the gardens or take a guided tour of the castle. Elisabeth’s Garden Restaurant & Café is beautifully located by the Huseby River near Lake Åsnen.
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Åsen’s Village
The picturesque nature and cultural reserve is a testament to how Småland looked 100 years ago. Meadows, wooden fences, houses, fields, and gardens are all maintained in a period-typical style. Sev…
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The picturesque nature and cultural reserve is a testament to how Småland looked 100 years ago. Meadows, wooden fences, houses, fields, and gardens are all maintained in a period-typical style. Seventeen buildings and marked hiking trails can be found in and around Åsen’s Village. In the summer, there are animals in the village and a wide range of activities suitable for both children and adults. In the winter, you can celebrate an old-fashioned Christmas in a cozy winter landscape.
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Kalmar County Museum
Astrid Lindgrens Näs
Korrö Craft Village
The Kingdom of Crystals
Borgholm Castle
Discover Öland and Borgholm Castle, a place with a rich history that spans through the centuries. Take a walk through the castle’s corridors and feel the breeze of history. From the castle walls, y…
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Discover Öland and Borgholm Castle, a place with a rich history that spans through the centuries. Take a walk through the castle’s corridors and feel the breeze of history. From the castle walls, you can also enjoy a magnificent view of Kalmar Strait.
Explore the permanent exhibitions that tell the dramatic history of the castle and experience changing seasonal exhibitions in exciting surroundings. You can also join a guided tour, where you can learn more about the castle’s history from a personal guide or via an audio guide.
Borgholm Castle offers activities for the whole family, adapted to the season. In the summer, children can participate in “Children’s Castle Adventure,” where they have the chance to perform various challenges and meet a princess or knight. In the spring and autumn, children can experience “Dragon Castle,” with exciting activities like “The Dragon Gold Hunt” and “Dragon Egg Search.”
Borgholm Castle, also known as the Castle Ruins, is one of Sweden’s most beautiful and beloved outdoor arenas. Every summer, concerts are held in the large courtyard, attracting a large audience.
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Linnés Råshult
At the site where Carl von Linné grew up, today there is a reserve with recreated 18th-century gardens and an organic café. Råshult, north of Älmhult, is an inspiring destination where you can expe…
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At the site where Carl von Linné grew up, today there is a reserve with recreated 18th-century gardens and an organic café. Råshult, north of Älmhult, is an inspiring destination where you can experience the 18th-century landscape on your own or take a guided tour led by Carl von Linné himself.
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Eksjö – The Unique Wooden Town
Eksjö Wooden Town is one of Sweden’s best-preserved wooden towns of its kind and a unique piece of cultural heritage. One of the reasons for this is the city’s relatively successful protection agai…
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Eksjö Wooden Town is one of Sweden’s best-preserved wooden towns of its kind and a unique piece of cultural heritage. One of the reasons for this is the city’s relatively successful protection against fires. It has been awarded one of the prestigious international Europa Nostra diplomas for “good building and cultural environment care.” City walks are offered both with a guide and with an audio guide.
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Visit a museum in Småland
Here are some tips for a few of Småland’s museums – everything from polar expeditions and adventures to art glass and motorcycles.
Here are some tips for a few of Småland’s museums – everything from polar expeditions and adventures to art glass and motorcycles.
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Unique Living
Make your visit to Småland one to remember – stay b…
Kids & family
Småland is a natural playground for all ages, with …