Skane - 5 reasons why you should plan a vacation in southern Sweden
The attractions of Skane that you definitely can't miss are put together in a short guide to southern Sweden. Where to eat in Malmo? Which places should you visit in Lund? What to admire on a trip around Scandinavia? Find out 5 reasons why your next vacation is worth spending in Sweden!Out of Sweden is by nature. You will find here beautiful beaches and dunes, on which you can freely walk and even drive a car or camping. You haven't overheard, it is legal under a few rules in Sweden!
Regardless of whether you go to the seaside, to the countryside inland or to one of the National Parks (there are 3 in Skåne) - there is always something to see. Bird watching places, a mysterious cluster of boulders or just great places for trekking in the bosom of nature.
We recommend, for example, a walking trip from the small fishing village of Vitemölla to Haväng during which you can see beautiful beaches, fairly high dunes carved by a glacier and an abandoned fisherman's hut. Trip to the Bosjökloster castle on the shores of Lake Ringsjön, where you can relax in a beautiful and somewhat wild park. During a trip around the southern ends of Scandinavia, you should also go to Ales Stenar near Ystad , where you will see the Swedish Stonehenge.
Sweden on the plate, which is not just fish
Surely you remember when grandma said that breakfast was the most important meal of the day. In Skåne they take these words to heart. Swedish breakfast is something that every gourmand dreams about. Among the many dishes on the Swedish table, eggs reign in various ways, delicious local cheeses and of course fish. What may surprise is bread - its selection is huge, but the most preferred is dark and has a slightly sweet aftertaste, which in combination with salty butter is an interesting combination.
After breakfast, it's a good idea to go for lunch, which may consist of a crayfish sandwich, a delicious smoked salmon salad or a specialty of Malmo cuisine, i.e. delicious falafels.
When it's 16:00 time for FIKA - Swedish afternoon coffee and something sweet. They can be cinnamon rolls, ice cream or pralines, which Swiss confectioners would not be ashamed of. This ritual is treated very seriously in Skåne, to the extent that if you do not go to FIKA at work - you are a freak. So if you love coffee and sweets - be sure to go to a cafe during a trip to Scandinavia!
Chefs ensure that the product is local and of the highest quality
It is worth planning the last meal of the day in a place like Matkaravan in Malmo, where many restaurants, cafes and delicatessen specializing in meat and cheese can be found in one place. The food looks and tastes fantastic here, and you can taste here, among others old man's mess, pizza with pickled celery and burnt butter, as well as local cheese specialties.
Then a small beer on an equally small market. Lilla Torg is the real heart of the city, a meeting place that fills up in the evenings. It is worth sitting down and soaking up the atmosphere of this place.
Skania and its amazing architecture
Sweden is a real paradise for those who love architecture. Both beautifully preserved tenement houses, small wooden houses, which we often associate with northern Europe, as well as modern buildings. All this is conducive to walking and sightseeing on a bicycle, because in many places car traffic is limited or turned off at all!
It is worth starting such a trip in Malmo , where a longer walk will allow you to see the best. The beautiful old town and port, where almost every building impresses with an interesting detail, unusual facade or beautiful decorations. It is worth spending the afternoon exploring the ultra-modern Vastra Hammen district , with its symbol - the Turning Torso tower block and a beautiful waterfront, from which you can enjoy the sunset with a view of the Bridge over the Sund.
One of the symbols of the modern Malmo district - Vastra Hammen. Architecture lovers will be delighted!
It is obligatory to visit Lund, where you can see both the old building inside the museum, the beautiful cathedral, magnificent university buildings, as well as modern projects such as the Sketch Museum. And this is just the beginning of what Skania has to offer!
Holidays in Sweden? Nice art!
If you love art and artists - you'll quickly fall in love with Skane!
A must-see during a tour of Sweden is the Sketch Museum in Lund . Here you can admire the creative process, less successful versions of well-known works, works rejected by sponsors, or even the failures of famous artists. Above all, however, it is a place full of interesting stories behind each of the works. It is worth asking the staff to tell them during your visit!
The Sketch Museum is a place full of interesting stories - the defeats of great artists, rejected works by patrons and underrated geniuses. We recommend to go here with a guide
In Malmo, in good weather, start the day with a boat trip. Sailing through the channels you will have the opportunity to see many sculptures standing in the city space, and there is something to look at. Because here is among others "Non-violence" work, whose twin sister stands in New York in front of the UN headquarters. An iconic place to take a photo can also be found in the Old Town, where Musicians are waiting. Along the way, it is worth visiting the Museum of Modern Art , where in addition to permanent exhibition there are also temporary exhibitions - we were able to see the works of Andy Warhol!
At the Museum of Modern Art, of course, you'll find works of art, but also creative workshops for the youngest.
For fans of the series, there are a lot of locations here where high-profile series such as "The bridge" or "The Rain" were shot, as well as the series about Kurt Wallander. Places where filming was not yet well marked, but it's only a matter of time before the trend arrives over the Sund.
Walking around the city is worth visiting one of the numerous galleries, where you can see what young Swedish artists have to offer, and if we like something - take a souvenir in the form of a painting, installation or sculpture.
Swedish stories - old and modern
There will be plenty of interesting stories related to Sweden! You will get to know them in museums, on boards during walks in the area, Nobel Prize winners' houses, as well as from accidentally met Swedes who will be happy to share it during a game in Shuffleboard.
Lovers of old times will definitely head to the former Viking fortress in Trelleborg . There are really many attractions here, so if you are going to Sweden with your children - you just have to visit this place.
You can also see a very interesting multimedia spectacle in Uppåkra , where the objects dug up in the area come alive during the film projection in the basement of the building. Here you will also find an unusual nativity scene that says a lot about the sense of humor of the Swedes.
An interesting way to show an architectural position? The Swedes have an idea!
In turn, an interesting legend about the Troll who lost the bet can be heard in the basement of the cathedral in Lund. For details and even more stories, we invite you to a trip to Sweden !
Practical information about Skåne
Skania is the southernmost part of Sweden. The region is comparable in size to the Opolskie Voivodeship, thanks to which you can see a lot here during short holidays in Sweden! What's more, it's easy to get to Skåne from Poland - by ferry from Świnoujście, by plane directly to Malmo or to Copenhagen and then through the Bridge over the Sund to Sweden. The currency in Sweden is the Swedish krona, and European Union citizens can visit this country without a passport - all you need is your ID card.
The bridge over the Ores is the national pride of the Swedes! They are so pleased with it that SAS has changed flights to show travelers this engineering wonder.
When is the best time to vacation in Skåne?The warmest period here is from June to the end of August. Then the air temperature is pleasant twenty-several degrees, and the water in the sea reaches similar temperatures to the Baltic. In addition to the summer season, there is also a lot to see, so it is worth visiting Skania regardless of the season.
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