Autumn Break in Småland
Celebrate the autumn break in Småland and on Öland. Here you can meet Pippi Longstocking at Astrid Lindgren’s World, hike with snowshoes across southern Sweden’s largest marshland in Store Mosse National Park, and explore IKEA Museum. We warmly welcome you to Småland and Öland this autumn!
Astrid Lindgren’s World in Vimmerby
Visit Astrid Lindgren’s World in Vimmerby, Småland, and experience exciting adventures during the autumn break! Here, children can meet Pippi Longstocking, Emil of Lönneberga, and Ronja the Robber’…
Visit Astrid Lindgren’s World in Vimmerby, Småland, and experience exciting adventures during the autumn break! Here, children can meet Pippi Longstocking, Emil of Lönneberga, and Ronja the Robber’s Daughter in their own magical environments. The park is filled with theatre performances, fun activities, and cozy playgrounds – perfect for curious families with children. The autumn atmosphere makes the experience extra cozy with colourful leaves and the scent of freshly baked treats.
It’s the perfect excursion for families dreaming of play, nature, and nostalgia. Look forward to an unforgettable day in Astrid Lindgren’s fantastic world!
Filmbyn Småland
Filmbyn Småland is a magical destination for families visiting Sweden during the autumn break. Here you can step directly into Astrid Lindgren’s film world and experience sets from classics such as Emil of Lönneberga and Pippi Longstocking. Children can dress up, play movie stars, and try making their own little films. It’s both fun and nostalgic for the whole family. You can also enjoy Swedish meatballs in the restaurant and play in the adventure forest just outside the museum.
The Museum of Legends in Ljungby
The Museum of Legends in Ljungby welcomes families with children into a magical world of Nordic storytelling. Here you can experience fairy tales, legends, and myths brought to life for both children and adults. The museum has a cozy and atmospheric environment where imagination can run free.
Nature Around Lake Åsnen in Southern Småland
Visiting the area around Lake Åsnen in autumn is a wonderful experience for the whole family. Here you will find some of the many legendary sites from the Land of Legends, featuring storytelling ca…
Visiting the area around Lake Åsnen in autumn is a wonderful experience for the whole family. Here you will find some of the many legendary sites from the Land of Legends, featuring storytelling cabinets where children can open doors and listen to stories right out in nature. The forests around Åsnen glow in warm autumn colours and invite you to enjoy peaceful walks and cozy breaks overlooking the lake. It’s an easy and accessible way to enjoy nature with children.
Take the Family on a Castle Adventure During the Autumn Break!
Visiting a castle is like stepping into another era – filled with secret passageways, grand halls, and exciting stories. In Småland and on Öland, two fantastic castles await with fun activities and experiences for both children and adults.
Kalmar Castle – A Real Fairytale Castle
During the autumn break, Kalmar Castle is filled with fun activities for the whole family. Children from the age of 7 can try The Castle Code, an exciting treasure hunt through the halls where solving the mystery opens the treasure chest. For younger children aged 3 and up, there is Picture Bingo, where they search for objects in the castle rooms and mark them on their bingo cards. All activities are included in the entrance ticket and take place daily during the holiday week.
Borgholm Castle – The Hunt for the Dragon’s Gold
On Öland, the ruins of the impressive Borgholm Castle await – and during the autumn break, things become even more exciting with the children’s activity The Hunt for the Dragon’s Gold! Here, children solve riddles and search for clues to help find the dragon’s treasure hidden by a legendary dragon. It’s an imaginative and active experience where history comes alive through play. The sea views and beautiful landscape make the visit truly magical. A castle adventure on Öland that both children and adults will remember for a long time!
Store Mosse National Park
Experience the wild nature of Store Mosse National Park – southern Sweden’s largest bogland, perfect for curious families! Here, the whole family can set off on adventures across open landscapes, t…
Experience the wild nature of Store Mosse National Park – southern Sweden’s largest bogland, perfect for curious families! Here, the whole family can set off on adventures across open landscapes, through deep forests, and beside mysterious wetlands. Visit Naturum, the park’s exciting visitor centre, where children can learn about animals, plants, and the bog landscape through play and interactive exhibitions.
Autumn is a magical time in the national park – silence settles over the landscape, the peat bogs glow in red, orange, and yellow, and birds fly in formation toward warmer regions.
Blow Glass
In the Kingdom of Crystal, a variety of activities are offered year-round where both children and adults can try glassblowing together with a professional glassblower. Here you can try blowing and …
In the Kingdom of Crystal, a variety of activities are offered year-round where both children and adults can try glassblowing together with a professional glassblower. Here you can try blowing and handling the hot molten glass, and once your bowl or glass ornament has cooled, you can take it home – a fun souvenir from the Kingdom of Crystal.
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Isaberg Mountain Resort
Bring the family to Isaberg Mountain Resort in Småland and enjoy an active and fun autumn break adventure! Here you can try mountain biking, climb among the treetops, and ride a zipline through the…
Bring the family to Isaberg Mountain Resort in Småland and enjoy an active and fun autumn break adventure! Here you can try mountain biking, climb among the treetops, and ride a zipline through the beautiful autumn forest. For younger children, there are playgrounds and calmer outdoor activities. In the evening, you can relax in a warm cabin or around the campfire. Isaberg is the perfect destination for families who love nature, movement, and quality time together.
IKEA Hotel
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IKEA Museum
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Autumn in Gränna and on Visingsö
Gränna is home to the classic red-and-white peppermint candy sticks known as polkagrisar. Here, you can not only visit one of the many candy factories, but also make your own peppermint candy. Childhood dreams come true in Gränna!
Afterwards, the ferry takes you to Visingsö, the largest island in Lake Vättern. In addition to fascinating insights into the island’s history, the whole family can go horseback riding and even meet alpacas.
Explore Visingsö on Horseback
Stall Roempke on Visingsö offers accommodation and many activities for both children and adults. Nature rides as well as riding and carriage-driving lessons are available for both beginners and experienced riders. Family lessons are arranged so the whole family can ride together, and there is plenty of fun and games with the horses. The farm is also home to dogs, cats, and rabbits.
Alpaca Adventure on Visingsö
Meet the alpacas Ellen, Estelle, Swea af Gladhytt, and Ronya in the beautiful surroundings of the farm on Visingsö. Before meeting the animals, you’ll receive alpaca treats to feed them in the pasture. You’re sure to become friends quickly!
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