Vantage Points
“Smålands varied landscape invites you to many beautiful places with a view. A view you will not forget.”
Little Rock Lake
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Brahehus
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Garpens Fyr
The endless view from the top of the lighthouse, combined with the lush island, makes it an oasis in Kalmar Strait. A very special experience, to look out over Kalmar strait from a small island. It…
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The endless view from the top of the lighthouse, combined with the lush island, makes it an oasis in Kalmar Strait. A very special experience, to look out over Kalmar strait from a small island. It is also possible to stay the night on the island, and there is a cafeteria. The boat to Garpen’s lighthouse leaves from Bergkvara.
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Hultaklint, Lädja
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Nykulla lookout tower, Tjureda
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Skuru Hatt, Eksjö
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Taberg, Jönköping
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Långe Jan
Located on the southern tip of Ottenby Bird Observatory, Långe Jan is Sweden’s tallest lighthouse, standing impressively at 42 meters high. Långe Jan is one of Sweden’s most famous lighthouses and …
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Located on the southern tip of Ottenby Bird Observatory, Långe Jan is Sweden’s tallest lighthouse, standing impressively at 42 meters high. Långe Jan is one of Sweden’s most famous lighthouses and an iconic symbol of Öland. With its characteristic white structure and black band, it is a popular sight on many postcards and photographs. It was built over two years and was completed in 1785.
Originally, Långe Jan was an open coal-fired lighthouse, but over the years, it has used both coal oil and kerosene as fuel. In 1948, the lighthouse was electrified and modernized. Despite its official name, “Ölands södra udde,” it is the nickname Långe Jan that has stuck with the public. The name originates from the medieval chapel of St. John (Jan) that once stood at the old fishing village of Kyrkhamn on Öland’s southern tip. According to history, it was the workers who gave the lighthouse its nickname.
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Långe Erik
The lighthouse Långe Erik, officially known as “Öland’s northern cape,” was built between 1844 and 1845 and stands 32 meters above ground.
The origin of the name is unknown, but it is believe…
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The lighthouse Långe Erik, officially known as “Öland’s northern cape,” was built between 1844 and 1845 and stands 32 meters above ground.
The origin of the name is unknown, but it is believed to have been formed similarly to Långe Jan, the more famous lighthouse on Öland. Like many other lighthouses, initially, whale oil was used as fuel, followed by kerosene. In the 1940s, the lighthouse was electrified, and in 1976, Långe Erik was automated.
Today, Långe Erik is a popular tourist attraction with many visitors during the summer months, as visitors climb the 132 steps to the top of the lighthouse. During the summer, ice cream, coffee, and souvenirs are also offered at the foot of the lighthouse, making it a pleasant stop for both tourists and locals alike.
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A few more great places
The area around Aboda Klint is a nature reserve. From the so called Aboda Klint, a 40 meter high escarpment, you have an entrancing view of forest, farmland and the small lake Kleven.
At the top of the 80 meter high Garpedansberget (‘Garpedans mountain’) you find many lookout spots and a bower with a view of Gamleby and Gamleby bay. Artist Jan Pol Jerzy Przybyl has created art along a 300 meter long moutain wall – sculptures of figures from local myths and stories such as troll, elves, dragons and nymphs.
A mountain, 234 meter above sea level, with a never ending view of Småland landscape.
On Lake Rymmen’s eastern side lies Högakull’s nature reserve. The view from here is ravishing, looking out over lakes and islands.
The national park is located about 19 kilometers northwest of Vimmerby. Inside the park you find the lookout spot Idhöjden, with a height of 45 meter above the lakes Stora Idgölen and Lilla Idgölen.
Kulbacken in Västervik offers a great view of the city. Here you find, among others, Västervik’s museum and Uno’s tower, the highest point in Västervik.
Orange markers lead the way to the vantage point on Illerberget in Tranås. At the top, with a view of lake Sommen and its surroundings, you can enjoy a picnic or just a quiet moment.
Nature reserves
Cosy coniferous forests, flowering meadows, warm cliffs in the archipelago and lush birch forests. There is protected nature around every corner.
Parks and gardens
Parks and well-designed gardens are a pleasure for the soul. Here are our tips on beautiful parks and gardens in Småland.
Parks and gardens
Parks and well-designed gardens are a pleasure for the soul. Here are our tips on beautiful parks and gardens in Småland.
Småland for everyone
Småland is a popular travel destination for good reason, both for young and old – here you can experience beautiful landscapes and much more.