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Söderåsen is for big and small nature lovers. The landscape is very varied, with lush deciduous forests, rippling streams, breathtaking cliffs and up on the ridge a fantastic view over the surrounding landscape. Söderåsen can be discovered throughout the whole year and offers several different activities such as hiking, horseback riding, MTB cycling and canoeing. You can get here in just one hour from Copenhagen, and two hours from Gothenburg.
In between Landskrona and Ven, there is something unique in fishing circles. Here you can catch cod with rod, which is not possible in the Baltic Sea or on the West Coast of Sweden. Sea fishing is not only an activity for experienced recreational anglers, but also for families with children and friends who are fishing for the first time. For more fishing tips, you can contact Nyhamn Fiske and the Marina in Landskrona.
Saint Petri is a world-famous church and an architectural masterpiece that exudes simplicity. It was designed by Sigurd Lewerentz and consecrated in 1966. The entrance can be quite hard to find, but it was deliberately built that way, to represent the difficulty of finding the gateway to the Kingdom of God. The font is made of a white mussel shell from the Indian Ocean, placed on a raised area that resembles a rock. All the details have been carefully planned and executed, and all symbolize an event or aspect of Christian faith.
Toy World is an experience for both kids and grownups. It's neither a play centre nor a traditional toy history museum, but an amazing world built with toy exhibitions, play zone and amusement games, spooky room and fun activities. Toy World is one of a kind with its combination of minilands and showcase exhibitions. Unique in both what’s exhibited and the way it’s done. Experience thousands of toys from the 1960s until today, trains and slot tracks, music, sound, light and motion effects (that you can activate by pressing buttons). A perfect adventure for anyone who wants to spend quality time with family and friends, while having a trip down memory lane. Suits all toy interested, families, grandparents, collectors, schools, companies, societies and tourists.
Hallands Väderö is a unique island with marvellous beaches and hikes. From Torekov Harbour, boats run to the island. A hostel welcomes guests who wish to spend the night on the island. Experience rocks warmed by the sun at dusk and early morning walks in the magic-looking alder marches.
At the far end of the Bjäre Peninsula, you will find Torekov — the place to be during the summer. Outside the warmer and brighter summer months, Torekov is at least as pleasant and beautiful: from the colourful transformations of the fall to the beginning of spring. Come here for the relaxing nature, tasteful dining experiences and beautiful views.
The diversity of nature, along with a large number of cultural heritage in forest and land, makes the Hallandsås ridge on the south west coast of Sweden an exciting destination for everyone, whether you wander, bike or travel in other ways.
Sweden’s most famous international opera singer, Birgit Nilsson (1918–2005) was both a global celebrity and a national treasure. “La Nilsson” was the 20th century’s leading dramatic soprano and a legendary interpreter of the works of Wagner. The Birgit Nilsson Museum is housed in her childhood home in Svenstorp near Båstad, and is a typical Swedish farmstead.
Discover cool culture at the Dunkers culture house in Helsingborg. Dunkers stands at the water's edge in Helsingborg. There are plenty of things to see and do for visitors of all ages, all under one roof. There’s an art gallery, exhibitions about local history and cultural history, a music stage, theatre, dance and various activities for children and young people. Dunkers Kulturhus is a modern counterpart to Kronborg Castle on the other side of the Öresund Sound. The building is home to a restaurant, bistro, tourist information office and shop.
Ven is the legendary island where astronomer Tycho Brahe’s spirit lives on and pink mallow sways in the ditch banks. Bring your bike, or rent one, and experience the island from the saddle. You own the skies and the sea as you pedal along at a leisurely pace. The climate is so mild that durum wheat thrives here. Barley is also grown, and is used to produce the island’s very own whisky at Spirit of Hven Backafallsbyn. Head down to the quay at St Ibb’s Church at lunchtime to buy freshly smoked herring.
Hop aboard the Laxen for a guided sightseeing tour of Ängelholm! The tour will take you along the river Rönne, Skåne’s Amazon, as it meanders through the city centre. The trip with Laxen (Swedish for salmon) departs from the landing stage at the centrally located City Hall and passes under many bridges on its way out to the Skälderviken marina. Here, the boat will be moored for a short break (approx. 25 minutes), giving you the opportunity perhaps to indulge in an ice cream and take a stroll around the marina before we set sail for the city centre again, bringing us back to the landing stage at City Hall. The trip will take approximately 2 hours and the guided tour on the outward journey is offered in both Swedish and English. The boat only runs in summer.
The Concert Hall is a functional building with acclaimed acoustics and a wide range of events for both old and young. The Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra holds regular concerts playing both older and more modern classical works. Invited artists often offer performances of various kinds, with themes that include jazz, 60s music, humour, gospel music and solo performances. They also serve in both preschool and school children in special concerts and performances for young music lovers.
Horses are ubiquitous in Skåne, and you have plentiful options when it comes to horseback riding — different breeds, environments, ride lengths and skill levels. As well as the sheer joy of riding, getting up on horseback is a perfect way of coming into close contact with nature, and of covering lots of ground in a short time. Even if you’re a complete beginner, you can go riding through leafy beech forests or along the beach. Amiable Icelandic horses that jog along at a moderate pace are available at Spelmansgården in Ängelholm or Kullabergs Islandshästar. The scenery and rich wildlife of Söderåsen are best enjoyed from a western saddle on a good-natured Haflinger horse from Söderåsens Turridning. Söderåsens Forsgård have activities for everybody, and therefore the horse riding and their farm are accessible also for disabled persons. Westfield Hästsafari, between Båstad and Torekov, offers riding at Hovs Hallar, through apple groves and at full gallop. If you’d like to try riding an Ardennes horse, you can do so on Hven. Many of the tours welcome children and novices. All you need to bring is a pair of sturdy shoes. Horses and helmets are available for hire.
Since 1921, Helsingborg City Theater has been conducting theatre operations first and foremost in Helsingborg, but the theatre also has a large regional responsibility, which can be seen through tours in Skåne and in southern Sweden. The theatre's productions gained popularity when the legendary director Ingmar Bergman was in charge in the mid-40s.
Kangaroos and chattering parrots can be found at Helsingborg zoo. The park features exotic plants, 500 species of colourful birds, lemurs, prairie dogs and snakes, as well as rabbits and guinea pigs to pet. Some of the animals roam free — keep an eye open for monkeys in the trees. Walk through the airlock to get close to the birds. Chrysalides hatch into butterflies in the butterfly house. The café is set amid the greenery.
Grapes thrive in Skåne soil, taking full advantage of the with the long growing season. They are used to make red, white, rosé and sparkling wines. Geographically, northwest Skåne is part of Continental Europe. Hallandsås and Söderåsen mark the border between the Scandinavian and Continental plates, and the landscape is thickly wooded. The sea ensures a marine climate. Take a wine tour, stopping off at the vineyards of Arilds Vingård (Lillavägen 71, Arild), Kullabergs Vingård (Lyckerisvägen 52, Nyhamnsläge), Vejby Vingård (Västra Ljungbyvägen 319, Vejbystrand), Södåkra Vingård (Gamla Södåkrav. 298, Jonstorp), Aplagårdens Vinhus (Ekebyvägen 27, Helsingborg) and Vingården i Frillestad (Rycketoftavägen 37, Påarp). If you’re travelling as a group, you can also book a wine-tasting session.
Explore the nature and culture by bike! For the first time in Sweden you can do this on an International cycling trail. It's 370 kilometres long, almost free from cars, with unique seaside locations. The trail connects Helsingborg in the south to Gothenburg in the north, all the way through Halland. Kattegattleden is divided into 8 sections. Each section offers unique tourist destinations, places to stay, bike rentals and service stations. Cycle through fantastic landscapes, eat in small authentic restaurants, swim at rocky or soft sandy beaches, and just enjoy the wind in your face.
The Tycho Brahe Museum lies in the middle of Ven Island, housed in the remodelled Allhelgonakyrkan (All Saints Church). The museum tells the story of astronomer Tycho Brahe’s life and scientific achievements using archaeological finds, film, models and multimedia. The site also contains the remains of Brahe’s underground observatory he named Stjärneborg (Star Castle) and an Italian Renaissance garden. Guided tours can be booked for groups throughout the year. There are also public guided tours during high season.
You have a lot of routes to choose among and beautiful nature to experience in Helsingborg Region. Kullaleden is one section of the Skåneleden Trail SL 5. This 70-km-long sections winds around the Kullen peninsula from Helsingborg to Utvälinge. Here, you find the medieval city centre of Helsingborg, beautiful views over the strait from the plateau heights, the well-known Sofiero Palace, Kulla-Gunnarstorp and Krapperup Estates, beaches and picturesque seaside villages, as well as Kullaberg’s dramatic cliff formations.
Helsingborg's North Harbour has a very continental feel, it is a relatively new district framed by a beautiful quayside promenade lined with restaurants.
The River Rönne winds its way through the countryside from Lake Ringsjön to the sea at Ängelholm. This stretch is 85 kilometres long, and you can paddle your way along through almost tropical scenery, and past areas with rich cultural traditions. The peaceful journey is occasionally punctuated with rapids. There are plenty of things to see and do along the way. Some sections are ideal for families with children. You can choose to paddle for a few hours or a few days. One example is the trip from Gunnarödsbron/Stockamöllan to Rögnaröd/Djupadal, which takes around four hours. You can hire canoes and kayaks from various locations, and most hire companies also offer overnight accommodation. Stay in a converted stable or a 17th century cottage. Or why not get a whole bunch of friends together and hire a 20- or 12-man tent. If you want to spend the night in the great outdoors, there are places with shelters, toilets and firewood. For a particularly Swedish summer experience, combine a canoeing trip with hiring a sauna trailer. Take a hot sauna, followed by a dip in the river.
The oldest Church in the city, dating back to the 14th Century, nestles attractively in the small Square Mariatorget. It's a beautiful gothic brick Church, which originally was actually one of Denmark's biggest city churches. Step inside and let the Church tell you its incredible history.
The rainforest at Tropikariet in Helsingborg features many free-roaming animals. Monkeys and lemurs come close enough to touch. Flying foxes sweep past. Pet the marine animals and let the doctor fish clean your hands. Don't worry — the snakes, spiders and poison dart frogs are all kept safely behind glass! Tropikariet is home to meerkats, lizards, turtles, crocodiles and leafcutter ants. There's also a café.
When the seabirds circle and dive, it’s a sure sign that there are porpoises driving the fish up to the surface. Porpoises look like dolphins, and are one of the smallest toothed whales at just 1.5 metres long. They live a fairly anonymous existence down in the depths, but you can now get the chance to see them up close. And zipping along in a RIB boat alongside Kullaberg is a highlight in itself. Hold on to your hat! Porpoise tours leave from Paradishamn and Mölle.
The Homestead Park in Ängelholm is a family-friendly retreat. With a zoo that highlights native Swedish animals and five museums that spring to life in the summer, there's something for everyone. Young children can play to their heart's content in the expansive playground, while visitors can also delight in summer stage performances, dine at the inn, or treat themselves at the ice-cream stall.
Upzone is an experience for all of you that like to exercise, push the limits of yourself but foremost likes to have fun. Up among the treetops you can challenge yourself and others on four different courses with different difficulties. In our parks you can ride the zip line, balance on logs, climb in nets and swing to get through the different courses. From 3 to 15 meters up in the air, you can enjoy our adventure forest. Upzone is unique in the Skåne region and offers a creative park in a fantastic area near Ängelholms Hembygdspark. At Upzone Adventure Forest you get to a chance to experience the nature from a new perspective through different challenges up to 15 meters from the ground. The park consists of four courses, Funzone, Fitnesszone, Adventurezone and Riskzone. The higher the difficulty the higher from the ground. In our park you can crawl through tunnels, swing to the Tarzan net, ride the zip line to the next tree or why not the sledge 6 meters over the ground or jump the Big Jump from 15 meters.
Take the little ones on board the ‘Pyttetåget’ train to Ängelholm Hembygdspark (local history park) and back again. The park is home to a zoo, with Swedish animals and a play area for younger children.
If you love water, you will love the Karlslundsbadet adventure pool in Landskrona, with its streams, slides, jet stream and underwater bubbles. As well as the big swimming pool, there's also a children's pool and a bubble pool. The outdoor pool is heated all year round.
The factory makes traditional stoneware out of clay from its own land. At Wallåkra, you can experience the whole process of making stoneware — from clay deposit to turning and burning to final product. There is also a lovely shop connected to the old kiln. The premises are also home to a restaurant in one of the warehouses, with a babbling brook running beneath it. Wallåkra is open all year round, with tours, clay turning and food experiences, as well as conference facilities.
Fly a Cessna or check the steam engines in Ängelholm. The Ängelholm Aviation Museum tells the story of Skåne's air flotilla, and has three flight simulators. There is something for pilots of all ages. The museum shop has all manner of aviation-relates souvenirs.
