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Varberg The guide was updated: 2024-09-16

The old health resort tradition in Varberg has been refined over the years, and is nowadays a way of life for both residents and visitors. All the essentials for a good quality of life are available here to tailor the treatments that make you feel good. These treatments consist of a massage therapy, a visit to the cold bath house or seaweed baths. Others prefer a windsurfing board, a stroll along the beach promenade around Varberg Fortress or a forest excursion to Åkulla Beech Forests.

Facts

Population:	56.673 (2023)
Currency:	1 Swedish Krona = 100 öre
Emergency numbers:	112
Newspapers:	Hallands Nyheter — www.hn.se Varbergs Posten — www.varbergsposten.se
Website:	www.varberg.se www.visitvarberg.se
Opening hours:	Shops are open Monday to Friday 10am–6pm, Saturday 10am–2pm. Department stores and food shops have more generous opening hours and are also open on Sundays.
Tourist information:	Varbergs Turistinformation Västra Vallgatan 39, Brunnsparken +46 340 86800 www.visitvarberg.se

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Varberg is an exciting town with all of its attractions located at a convenient distance. Its proximity to Denmark makes it an important tourist destination, attracting Swedes, Danes, and other Europeans. Its popularity relies on its fascinating history, serene and relaxing spas, idyllic beaches and beautiful hiking trails. It is also one the best surf towns in Northern Europe.

Konsthallen / Hamnmagasinet

Konsthallen / Hamnmagasinet

Hamnmagasinet is an art gallery located in the area around the harbour, Society Park and the Fortress. Housed in an 1874 building, this arts centre offers various exhibitions and workshops all year round. Featuring paintings, crafts, ceramics, and silversmith workshops, the gallery predominantly highlights contemporary art. Visitors can enjoy these artistic offerings against the backdrop of a picturesque view of the harbour.

Varberg's Art Gallery

Varberg's Art Gallery

Varberg's art gallery offers exciting and engaging exhibitions throughout the year. Contemporary art takes the centre of the stage here, making it an open space for both national and international art. The space is also used to conduct extensive educational activities, with guided tours and workshops where visitors have their fair share of artistic exploration.

Elbe's Fiske & Marin AB

Elbe's Fiske & Marin AB

Elbe's Fiske & Marin AB is a company that provides fishing trips on fully equipped and licensed vessels. Explore numerous thrilling fishing spots, including Fladen, Flacket, Kristian, Great Middelgrund, Red Bank, Danish Lilja, and Little Middelgrund. The crew has extensive experience in chartering along the coast of Halland, offering a unique service to guarantee an unforgettable fishing trip.

Halland Museum of Cultural History

Halland Museum of Cultural History

Located at the top of the Varberg fortress, the Kulturhistoriska Museum allows visitors to delve into the cultural history of Halland, showcasing iconic exhibitions such as the Bocksten Man from the 14th century and the Halland photo exhibition. Also, the Artist Colony of Varbergsskolan, exhibits paintings from Swedish artists.

Fortress Bath

Fortress Bath

The Fortress bath is located alongside the fortress pier. It combines a sun deck, a jetty, and a diving tower. The wharf is ideal for various activities, including sunbathing, swimming and diving, all conveniently located in the heart of Varberg.

Kallbadhuset

Kallbadhuset

The Cold Bathhouse is used by bathers during both summer and winter. Through the large windows of this Moorish style building, you have a fantastic view of the shimmering sea. The Bathhouse is divided into two parts, one for the gentlemen and one for the ladies, each containing two saunas.

World Heritage Grimeton Radio Station

World Heritage Grimeton Radio Station

The radio station in Grimeton was opened in 1925 for wireless radio links and today represents a unique technological heritage. It was added to UNESCO's list of world heritage sites in 2004. The facility, along with its six accompanying aerial towers, serves as the sole surviving example of a once-global network of long wave stations. Guided tours of the radio station are available as well as a visitor and information centre containing both a café and a shop.

Getterön Nature Reserve — a Bird Sanctuary

Getterön Nature Reserve — a Bird Sanctuary

Getterön is a nature reserve that encompasses an area of 3.5 square kilometres, including parts of the Getterön peninsula. It's mainly popular due to its exceptional bird watching opportunities, providing hiding spots and observation positions that allow visitors to get up close to the birds without disturbing them. During spring and autumn, large numbers of species regularly breed or nest here. In addition to the permanent bird residents in Getterön, a large number of temporary guests flock to the area, contributing to a remarkable total of 336 recorded species in the region.

Cultural House Komedianten

Cultural House Komedianten

The building called Komedianten is located in the city centre of Varberg, housing the City Library, City Art Gallery, Varberg Theatre and a café. This is the place to borrow books, surf on the internet, look at interesting art, listen to lectures or attend performances and concerts.

Ästad Vineyard

Ästad Vineyard

Originally a traditional farm, Ästad Vineyard has transformed into the region's most inspiring venue for meetings and activities. The activities include the high rope course with zip lines, wine tastings and their Senses Spa in which you find the world's only underwater sauna. Ästad Vineyard offers locally crafted wine from their own grapes. You can also experience vineyard hikes and tastings, where the vineyard sommeliers will share their expertise.

Sheep Farm Öströö

Sheep Farm Öströö

Located in the middle of the beech forest, Öströö is home to one of Sweden's largest populations of Gotlandish sheep and Highland Cattle cows. The farm features a handicraft shop where they sell sheepskin products and straw work. Additionally, there's a butcher's shop where their own ecological products are sold, including tasty lamb and other delicacies. Visitors can also embark on a safari to see lambs and cows in the natural habitat.

Strandpromenaden

Strandpromenaden

Strandpromenaden is a promenade that was built in 1912. Ever since, it's been a popular walking area for both visitors and locals. Regardless of the weather, people can be seen walking from Kallbadhuset, in the north, all the way to Apelviken in the south. The promenade also welcomes joggers and cyclists looking to enjoy the fresh sea air. After a stroll or a sporting activity, visitors have the option to relax on the beach or indulge in coffee and snacks at a nearby café.

Varberg's Square Market

Varberg's Square Market

Varberg's square charms many with its picturesque streets and cute little shops. However, what truly sets the square apart is its lively market, a tradition that has endured and takes place every Wednesday and Saturday. There's no better place in Varberg to find seasonal fruits, vegetables, clothing fabrics, handcrafts and more.

Spa & Fitness

Spa & Fitness

There are several establishments in Varberg offering a number of different treatments and spa packages ranging from facials and body treatments to makeup consultations. You'll also have the opportunity to work out during your stay. Given the health-conscious culture of Swedes who enjoy working out, a number of fitness centres, sports facilities, and health clubs are available for your convenience. Fregatten Högst Upp is the centrally located health club in the city.

Fishing

Fishing

In Varberg, there are many beautiful places where you can fish. You can find both popular fishing waters as well as more obscure fishing spots that will amaze you with their charming landscape. The harbours and the sandy beaches are suitable places for coastal fishing where flatfish where flatfish are commonly caught. In various locations, such as the peninsulas of Rödskär, Subbe, Getterön, and Norra Näs, you may also find sea trout, salmon, cod, haddock, and pollocks. However, it's important to note that these species are protected, and fishing is restricted to specific months of the year.

Snorkelling

Snorkelling

There are different locations to snorkel in Varberg. They extend over sandy bottoms, eelgrass beds, and seaweed-covered rocks. In most outdoor bath spots there are white buoys located in shallow water while the red ones are placed in deeper water. The depth can vary depending on the low and high tide, but the maximum depth is about three meters and minimum depth is approximately one meter. Första vik Getterön is one of the most frequented places for snorkelling, but if you're accompanied by children, Tredje vik Getterön is a more suitable option with its shallower and safer waters.

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