Fairy tales for children
Enjoy the fantastic children’s stories that have been part of the childhoods of young and old. Meet the characters, walk along the same paths as they did and take in the environment in which so many children’s stories originated. Learn about the many children’s stories that are part of Småland’s history!
Astrid Lindgren’s World
Astrid Lindgren’s World theatre park is where the characters and settings from Astrid’s most famous books are brought to life. This theatre park in Vimmerby lets you truly immerse yourself in the stories of Astrid Lindgren
Astrid Lindgren’s World theatre park is where the characters and settings from Astrid’s most famous books are brought to life. This theatre park in Vimmerby lets you truly immerse yourself in the stories of Astrid Lindgren
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The Museum of Legends
The Museum of Legends is located in the heart of the Land of Legends. Listen to skilled storytellers’ tales of brownies, trolls, ghosts and giants. In the summer, there are special story times for …
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The Museum of Legends is located in the heart of the Land of Legends. Listen to skilled storytellers’ tales of brownies, trolls, ghosts and giants. In the summer, there are special story times for children, but the museum is open all the year round for visitors of all ages. In the Land of Legends, the journey will also take you to interesting legendary places by troll mountains, ruins, manors and out into nature where you can read about the history of the place in beautiful display cases. Look for treasures using a GPS, so-called geocaching – a fun activity for the whole family!
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Kalmar Castle becomes the children’s castle
In the summer, the castle belongs to the children. Cosy story times and great adventures await. Meet horrid ghosts in the dungeons, follow a princess through the many halls and bedrooms in the cast…
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In the summer, the castle belongs to the children. Cosy story times and great adventures await. Meet horrid ghosts in the dungeons, follow a princess through the many halls and bedrooms in the castle or help the castle jester find a treasure. If you’re brave, you can fight the Black Knight.
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Astrid Lindgren’s Näs
This is where Astrid Lindgren, our best-loved author, was born and grew up, took inspiration for many of her stories and books, climbed in the lemonade tree and played with her brothers and sisters…
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This is where Astrid Lindgren, our best-loved author, was born and grew up, took inspiration for many of her stories and books, climbed in the lemonade tree and played with her brothers and sisters in the woodshed. In the 1960s, Astrid Lindgren restored her childhood home to the way it was when she was born, and today the home and garden are open to visitors on guided tours
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Katthult and Noisy Village
Continue in Astrid Lindgren’s footsteps and visit places in the region where the films, primarily about That Emil, were shot. You can visit Gibberyd, for example, the farm that became Katthult in t…
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Continue in Astrid Lindgren’s footsteps and visit places in the region where the films, primarily about That Emil, were shot. You can visit Gibberyd, for example, the farm that became Katthult in the films about That Emil. There you can see the house, the farmhand’s quarters and the woodshed. The ‘real’ Noisy Village that was described in Astrid’s books about the children of Noisy Village – which is also where Astrid’s father grew up – is less than 10 km east!
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Filmbyn Småland
When you get to Filmbyn, you are more than a cinema or museum goer. Here, Astrid Lindgren’s stories are told as they were in the films about That Emil, Seacrow Island and Pippi Longstocking. Here y…
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When you get to Filmbyn, you are more than a cinema or museum goer. Here, Astrid Lindgren’s stories are told as they were in the films about That Emil, Seacrow Island and Pippi Longstocking. Here you can go behind the scenes and be part of making your own film, sing along to the film music, visit the studio sets and much more in the interactive settings.
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John Bauer exhibition
At Jönköping County Museum, you can see a large number of paintings by John Bauer for many years. The museum always has an exhibition about Bauer that is updated annually. The exhibition follows John through short excerpts from his letters, several original works and many drawings.
At Jönköping County Museum, you can see a large number of paintings by John Bauer for many years. The museum always has an exhibition about Bauer that is updated annually. The exhibition follows John through short excerpts from his letters, several original works and many drawings.
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High Chaparral
High Chaparral is a theme park that transports visitors straight to the Wild West, where exciting activities await both young and old. Here you can experience action-packed shows such as the Wild W…
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High Chaparral is a theme park that transports visitors straight to the Wild West, where exciting activities await both young and old. Here you can experience action-packed shows such as the Wild West Show, Annie & Billy Show, Zorro Show and Lucky Luke Show, where stunts and entertainment get your adrenaline pumping. For those looking for a more interactive adventure, there is the opportunity to try your hand at panning for gold, take part in the Trapper’s Challenge, or try to catch outlaws in an exciting western hunt.
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Inquisitive kids
Try glassblowing, learn about nature, be a research…
Kids & family
Småland is a natural playground for all ages, with …