Tourist Attractions & Monuments Sweden

The Vallby Open Air Museum aims to recreate and show the environments in which people once lived and worked. Here have been rebuilt houses, farms, mining districts and towns of the region through the ages. You can visit an old grocery store, an old school and see many sheep, chickens or pigs walking among the visitors. Animations during the holidays and during the summer. Cafés and souvenir stores.

Housed in the house where Linnaeus lived from 1744, the museum reconstructs the library and study of the great Swedish naturalist and displays many of his personal objects. The museum's garden contains some 1,300 different plant species. For guided tours, visit the website.

Of note : Carl von Linné's birthday is celebrated here every May 23 (free admission).

On August 16, cultural night with the garden illuminated by candles.

In the basement of this large building, a museum is dedicated to the memory of the Sami people, now largely a minority in their historical territory. Objects, clothing, accessories used by this people are exhibited and a traditional Saami tent is reproduced. Only three rooms, not very large but interesting if you take the time to read the explanations in English. Thus, we will learn more about the noaidi, this priest-medic who ensured the link between the spirits and the natural world, or about Lars Nilsson, Saami martyr burned for example.

A museum housed in the barracks of the former A8 regiment, which tells the military history of Sweden, in times of peace and war. Miniature reconstruction of the Boden fort, collection of uniforms, insignia and especially, outside, many equipment of the Swedish army (tanks, artillery pieces, military trucks...). A few steps from the Patinamuseet and near the river, you can stop by the museum during your walk or during your visits.

Nordanå includes, among others, the Skellefteå Museum, which traces the 150-year history of the town, the Nordanå Theatre and an open-air museum that houses some red wooden houses built in the ^18th century in its park. In summer, ethno-tourists can discover the traditional activities of the region through exhibitions of old furniture and looms. Local handicrafts include ceramics, jewelry and sheep's wool mittens. In the old school converted into a museum, crafts and paintings are exhibited.

In the west of Mårtenstorget, rue Kattesund, you can see the ruins of the Drotten church. The archaeological excavations carried out in 1984-1985 highlighted its richness and the fascinating character of its history. Everything suggests that the church, built in the middle of the th century, was destined for the diocese. Originally, there were crypts under the choir and under part of the big nave. Drotten housed a convent before serving, around 1300, parish church until the Reformation in 1536, the date of its demolition.

The street in front of the bishop's palace (Biskopsgatan) leads to the Botanical Garden, with 7,000 plants from all over the world. The institution houses a beautiful museum and a laboratory. The garden is an enchantment for botanists and strollers. You will discover many beautiful species and learn a lot. There is a small store where you can do some shopping for the gardeners, and a very pleasant café invites you to take a gourmet break.

Lund University was founded in 1666. Today, about 35,000 students are enrolled at the university. Opposite the university building and on the right side of Lundagård Park stands the Student Union building (Akademiska Föreningen), which houses meeting rooms, concert halls, a pub, a restaurant and the administration. During the academic year, the area between the university, the Akademiska Föreningen and the many institutes is crowded with students. The library is located behind the bishop's house.

We highly recommend that you walk through Lundagård Park, which lies north of the cathedral. Here you will find Kungshuset, also called Lundagårdshuset, a red brick house built in the last half of the ^16th century and former residence of King Frederick II of Denmark. In the park, between Kulturen, the Museum of Folk Art and Traditions and the Student Union building, Tegnér Square is recognizable by the statue of Esaias Tegnér, a famous Romantic poet who was a student at the University of Lund before teaching there.

Voted best museum in Sweden in 2006 and not by chance! This museum is a small marvel of scenography, presenting through the ages the culture and the heritage of the region. The historical objects are highlighted as rarely in a museum. We go from the Middle Ages to the mass emigration to the United States, then to the ^20th century and its inventions in a whirlwind of objects, films and delightfully realistic settings. The new feature is the science and technology discovery room, where you can learn a lot about movement, light, materials... You can do your own experiments, go through a heat detector, and even create your own paper! Museum of Modern Art in the second building with some good, and some not so good. There are works by artists such as Uno Troili and Gunvor Nelson, as well as information on how the works were made and the context of their creation. There are also temporary exhibitions featuring local and national artists, some of them very contemporary! Moreover, children are not left out since special exhibitions are dedicated to them, both interactive and original, and always colorful! In short, it is without doubt a place not to be missed if you stop in the city, and you will not be disappointed to have passed there. If you are hungry, there is also a restaurant and a café in the museum.

In the center of the city, between the train station and the Grand-Place, this park commemorates the battle of Hogland which took place in 1788. You can see the statue of King Charles XIII who, on that occasion, led the Swedish fleet. The park was designed to follow the fashion of the French parks, so there are beautiful geometric areas dotted with flowers. Near the fountain is a bronze statue by Karlskrona native Gunnar Nilsson of the Blekinge girl.

This large, shady, hilly park in the southwestern part of the city is the size of the two districts that make up the old city. There is a good reason for everyone to come and walk the paths, lawns and woods of Slottsskogen: joggers, families with strollers, dog owners, picnickers or outdoor drinkers... In addition to the perfectly maintained green spaces, there are cafes, playgrounds, an observatory, a wildlife park... You will have understood, it is a must!

The entire history of East Skåne is reconstructed on three floors. On the ground floor, rock engravings, jewellery and tools evoke the life of the Vikings. On the^first floor, clothes, fabrics, jewellery and furniture from the 19th century are displayed. On the^second floor, tools and farming implements from the last century. The^third floor is entirely devoted to fishing activities in the Skåne region. You can learn more about Skåne than you can possibly know!

Adjacent to the Ystads Studio, where some of the episodes of the film Wallander were shot, this museum offers to discover the world of the ^7th art, from the creation of the script to the distribution, including special effects. You can even test the famous "green screen" and visit the reconstruction of the police station of Commissioner Kurt Wallander. A beautiful visit that will interest everyone, but especially fans of the big screen!

The Kulturen (opened in 1892) is comparable to the Skansen Museum in Stockholm, and is located on the edge of Lundagård Park, in a maze of small cobbled streets. The museum's grounds provide a shortened history of southern Swedish architecture. Small farmhouses, vicarages and dwellings have been reconstructed as they were originally, as well as a beautiful wooden church from the village of Bosebo in the province of Småland. The houses are open to visitors.

Opened in 1916, the Röhss Museum is dedicated to decorative arts and design. The approximately 50,000 design, decorative arts and fashion artifacts that make up the permanent collection come primarily from Scandinavia and Europe, but also from Greek antiquity and the Far East. They were selected not for their historical significance or the symbolic value they fulfilled in their time, but for their aesthetic value and technical qualities.

Founded in 1833 and pleasantly located in Slottsskogen Park, it is the oldest museum in the city. In 1923, the museum moved from the East India building to new, purpose-built premises in Slottsskogen, where it was expanded in 1981. It displays the country's wildlife and animals from around the world, including a stuffed whale and elephant. The museum has a collection of nearly 10 million animals, no less!

The place is worth a visit. Himmelsberga is a village of preserved buildings from the 17th and 19th centuries that can be visited. The supplies and furniture are still there, along with the machines and equipment of the time. The museum also has an art gallery where temporary exhibitions are presented. The aim of this museum was to save a traditional village of the island (which was about to be destroyed) for posterity; and it is more than successful!

On Route 136 after Halltorp is this modern art museum on stilts, with a very cubic shape and large windows, which presents the works (sculpture, design, pottery...) of Ulrica Hydman-Vallien and Bertil Vallien, from the 1960s until today. In 2003, Vida expanded with another art gallery, Norra Hallen. There are now two permanent museum rooms, three art galleries, a children's corner, a shop and a café, all on a total area of 2,000 m². Enough to keep you busy!

Here is first presented the very productive Passé naval past: the city yards produced, in the 80% th century, almost of the royal fleet of Gustav Vasa. Models and history skilfully remind local issues of these prosperous times. The Naturum, dedicated to local fauna and flora, is a tool for informing and raising awareness of the protection of the environment and respect for the sea. The ticket also gives access to a tower from the top of which the view is superb on the city, its port and its old castle.

The most important glass collection in Northern Europe, collected since the 1930s. The work of Småland's glassblowers, gathered in what is known as the Kingdom of Crystal, is sublimely presented. The methods, culture and origins of this art form, which was imported from Venice in the ^16th century and became a trademark of the entire region, are explained. Other exhibitions can be visited in the same place.

This museum is a must for learning about the history of the region. This is mainly due to the exhibition about the Kronan, the best armed Swedish warship of the 17th century, whose wreck was discovered in 1980 off Öland. The wreck of the Kronan is not on display as such, but some of the 25,000 pieces that were recovered from the water provide an insight into life on board and the history of naval combat along the coast.

Collections of navy arms and models of old ships. It shows the role of the Swedish fleet based in Karlskrona in the emergence of Sweden as a great European power in the th century. Exhibitions outline the way of life on board the war vessels of yesteryear. Some refinement already seemed to prevail: one can admire, among others, a nine-legged cat, used for punishment. From a submarine observation tunnel, it is even possible to see the wreck of a ship of the th century.

The Vadsbo Museum details the history of the Mariestad region, from prehistoric times to the present day. The Industry Museum has an exhibition about the development of industry in the city over the past four centuries, and especially the history of the Unica box (a type of trunk used by workers on construction sites, for example), Mariestad's historical product. Next to the museums there is also a cafeteria open in summer.

A central building and 4 annexes, 100 beds, catering.

This museum allows you to discover different types of old dwellings and presents the way the inhabitants lived 100 years ago. Indeed, Hägnan is an archaeological site of the ^14th century where there was a presbytery. Today the village has been recreated around this symbolic place. It is a real work of reconstitution and not of reconstruction which was carried out. The oldest houses are from the ^18th century and the interior of the houses is richly decorated.

Old Catholic church built in the ^15th century and consecrated in 1492, the interior has magnificent frescoes that were for a time covered (^18th century), they date from the late Middle Ages and come from the school of Albertus Pictor. In the center, the wooden tabernacle relates the Passion of Christ, one of the most beautiful in Sweden, made in Antwerp around 1520 by a Flemish master. The baptismal font, the pulpit and the murals harmonize perfectly with the organ, inaugurated in 1971, which consists of 4,200 pipes made in Gammelstad.

This restaurant, whose name is difficult to mouthful by us, serves refined cuisine concocted by a Norwegian chef. The servings are small and very well presented. It is more gastronomy than anything else but amateurs will appreciate. Also a beautiful wine card.

A cruise with meals on board, traditional singing and island tours, mini-cruises and excursions are organized during the summer by this company, which offers several formulas to discover the archipelagos of islands surrounding the city. Extraordinary excursions that you will not soon forget, to be booked for days of good weather. The opportunity to discover the enchanting landscapes of the Luleå archipelago and, in summer, the astonishing colours of the midnight sun. In winter, the company offers you the chance to go hunting for the Northern Lights.

A little out of the city centre, attached to the university, this centre allows young and old alike to discover certain modern technological inventions and to understand how they work. A much smaller Cité des sciences! The main themes are concentrated on the major Swedish activities: mining, fishing, forestry, etc. Texts in Swedish are often in English, but the most important thing is to be able to touch and test! A nice introduction to the main economic activities in Swedish Lapland.

Opened in 2007, the building is the pride of the city. Designed by a Swedish architect, it houses the tourist office, the municipal library, an art gallery, a café and a restaurant. You can move around freely, enjoy the comfortable seats and especially the view of the sea from the large windows that surround the building. Internet access is available from the tourist office and library. Ideal to settle down and prepare the next step!

This site is one of a kind. It is the only space base open (intermittently) to civilians. Rockets and atmospheric balloons are launched here. A tour including transportation to Esrange, presentation, guided tour is possible. For those who have less time and a smaller budget, a Visitor Center is open in the summer on the spot, where a shorter and lighter version of the tour is available. Book in advance.

A traditional Saami camp, explaining the Saami way of life, their customs, etc. At the back of the museum, there is an enclosure where you can freely see reindeer. We will also pass by the small store that sells Sami handicrafts. You can also stay in a chalet or a tent and enjoy the typical snow sports of the region. Note that from April to early June, the reindeer graze in the mountains and are therefore not visible. Entrance is then free.

Mining is the engine of the local economy and the reason for the city's expansion. Two companies exploit the deposits here: LKAB for iron and AITIK for copper. It is therefore possible to go underground to understand how iron ore is extracted or to discover the impressive fault where the copper comes from. We discover the role of the different machines and miners, as well as the importance of these materials in our daily lives. Original and instructive visits.

You should stop here when you arrive in Kiruna, because the team knows everything, the structure is very well designed. This is where you can organize your excursions and outings in the area: canoeing, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rafting, sleigh rides, skiing, snow scooters in winter, and many other things... You can also book a visit to the LKAB mine here. The English-speaking staff at the tourist office are as competent as they are passionate and will be happy to help you organise your stay in Kiruna.

The church city of Arvidsjaur is extremely well preserved. These pyramid-shaped Lappish tents were never permanently inhabited by the Sami, but were used as overnight accommodation during religious retreats. The buildings are still owned by the Sami people today. It is the largest preserved Saami village, with many outbuildings and barns dating from the ^18th century. Not to be missed if you pass by Arvidsjaur!

Built in 1889, this white church with a pale green roof is rather original in the area. It looks like a fairy tale castle! Gothic-inspired architecture, but the interior is a model of sobriety - a real contrast. On the other hand, the painting above the altar is not at all banal: the Last Supper representing Christ surrounded by the Apostles is very modern, which is surprising, we must say. The visit is worth the detour!

Built in 1753, a fire totally destroyed it in 1972 and it was rebuilt identically. The interior is decorated in the same colors: blue, red and yellow. The church building is an elongated octagon with one floor and a vaulted roof. Around the church, a curtain wall was built in the style of the one that existed in the ^19th century. The crosses, chandeliers and hymn board of the church are made of wood from the fire-damaged church.

A few meters from the Ajtte museum, the garden focuses mainly on the mountain flora of the area. You can stroll along the paths, enjoy the landscape, and discover rare flowers with wonderful colors. The garden is maintained with great care and the gardeners strive to recreate small mountain ecosystems in the beds. Ethnobiology is also discussed, describing how people in the North use wild plants.

A superb site at the intersection between the Piteälven and Vitbäcken rivers near the town of Vidsel. From Jokkmokk on the road 45,70 km before Arvidsjaur, turn left on Route 374 on 35 km to the village of Bredsel. Just before joining, the Vitbäcken and Piteälven rivers turn into a timeless succession of rapids. The flow of the river is enormous. In order to be better able to attend the show, the banks have been set up in an enchanting place of relaxation spaces for the family in the midst of an offshoot of calm streams.

To learn about the culture of the region and the history of the city and its surroundings. You will find paintings, objects, reconstructions of some traditional habitats, some dating back to the Middle Ages, as well as temporary exhibitions featuring local artists. One of its largest collections, Hilding Mickelsson, consists of about 150,000 photographs, documenting rural societies and their cultures, as well as portraits.

The memory of Västerås lies in this small district. Many of the small wooden houses, painted in yellow and red, low and squat, sometimes crooked, are more than 200 years old and it is good to stroll along the cobbled lanes, between gardens full of flowers in spring and snow in winter. Old signs hanging above the doors help to keep the charm of past centuries. A complete change of scenery after the charmless avenues of the modern city centre.

A museum that retraces the history of the region since the men settled there. Three large rooms on the third floor take the visitor on a journey from the forest, with its wolves and trappers, to the typical Norrboten house of the 19th century. Period objects, stuffed animals and a sound atmosphere make for a pleasant visit. It also explains the evolution of iron ore mining for more than a century and the calamity of the mosquito in the area! On the second floor, shop and collection of old cameras.

An interesting reserve because it is easily accessible from the centre. An important tourist destination for more than a century, this protected area is home to a wide variety of animals (many birds such as the intrepid plover, the golden plover or the ptarmigan) and plants (more than 200 varieties including Lapland lousewort, rare azaleas, mountain heather...). At 820 m above sea level, Dundret offers a superb panorma

Located in the north-east of the city, the Murberget Open Air Museum is a sort of mini Skansen (its Stockholm big brother), with old summer farms, animal pens and activities reminiscent of rural life in the Ångermanland region. The museum and its surroundings are open to the public all year round and there is the charming Lindas Mat & Café restaurant. The perfect place for a day of rest and discovery in the heart of Murberget!

The river Skellefteälv and its built banks are perfect for a long walk which describes a pleasant loop, first by way of the village-church, then by taking steps on the small island of Kyrkholmen (where the summer Kyrkholmen Café serves delicious Swedish brussell to the chicoutés, these Nordic little blackberries). Then, past the church, you must admire Lejonströmsbron, the bridge of the lion's current. It is the oldest wooden bridge accessible to vehicles across Sweden. Supported by large stone piers, it dominates the vif waters of the river. Every seven years, the work must undergo renovations because the studded tires of cars use the boards that cover it. The place witnessed an important battle between the Swedish and Russian armies in 1809, but it was not destroyed! The walk continues on the other side, where you can reach the centre via the other bridge.

Located at the western end of the city of Umeå, the sculpture park is quiet and secluded. Interesting and original, it offers a beautiful space with works by many Swedish and international artists. It is a perfect place to spend a meditative afternoon among the birdsong and the trees. In winter as well as in summer, the sculptures occupy the space in a captivating way. Admission is free at any time of the year, but the place is not very interesting when there is too much snow.

For those who want to discover the fauna of the region, nothing like a visit of this exhibition which presents more than 650 empaillées animals, including the "big five", the five great predators such as the bear, lynx, wolf, wolverine and eagle. You can also sleep on the premises, rent bikes or enjoy large, their beer, reindeer or duck barbecues.

Great museum of local culture, modern and interactive! The exhibits, some fixed, some temporary, are devoted to different aspects of the region's history. They talk about geology, handicrafts, painting, and subjects more specific to the history of Luleå. A museum to discover, despite the lack of explanation in English... The museum also organizes events open to all. You can also sit in the café for a fika.

This lost peninsula in the north-east of Gotland is mostly known for its very original Fabriken hotel, but the nature reserve in the south of the peninsula is superb to isolate yourself and enjoy the amazing vegetation. Limestone quarries were dug on the island in 1908 by a German company. Thus, for most of the 20th century, there was a limestone industry on the island until it was closed to the public by the Swedish army between 1970 and 1990 to be transformed into a military base.