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Karlshamn

Sweden

Karlshamn

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Karlshamn is a lively and charming coastal town with a fascinating history and a stunning archipelago on its doorstep. If you enjoy fishing, here you’ll find some of the best salmon fishing stretches in the world. You could also go on a wildlife safari, explore and experiment with science, walk or cycle along the river Mörrum, or enjoy the party atmosphere at one of the largest and liveliest town festivals in Sweden. It’s hard not to have fun here.

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To get a sense of what Karlshamn was like in the past you should head for the cultural quarter and visit Karlshamn's Museum, Skottsbergska Gården and the Punsch Museum — here it feels as if time has stood still for over a century. If you would rather get in touch with modern-day Karlshamn you might like to head for the nearby art gallery, explore the mysteries of science at Kreativum Science Center, try fishing on the river Mörrum, visit Karlshamn's beautiful archipelago, or enjoy the freedom of the outdoors at Eriksberg Wildlife Park.
The Archipelago

The Archipelago

Karlshamn's beautiful archipelago extends from the western municipal border to Sweden’s southeastern corner. This group of islands is called Hällaryd’s archipelago and consists of 270 scenic islands of different sizes with stone or rocky beaches and meadows. Joggesö, Ekö, Hallö, Östra Bokö and Fölsö are the names of some of the islands. The largest in the archipelago is Tärnö. The archipelago boats visit most islands, starting at the archipelago terminal in the city centre across from First Hotel. Boats also depart from Matvik and Järnavik.

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Salmon Fishing in the Mörrum River

Salmon Fishing in the Mörrum River

The Mörrum River is renowned worldwide for its exceptional salmon fishing, drawing enthusiasts from both near and far. Beyond the thrill of angling, visitors immerse themselves in the unique charm of the area, captivated by the river falls in central Mörrum. The locale offers more than just fishing, boasting a restaurant, a well-stocked fishing shop, and an aquarium adjacent to the exhibition at The House of Salmon. Here, guests have the opportunity to encounter the majestic salmon without navigating the swift waters, delving into the rich history that has solidified the Mörrum River as a veritable Shangri-La for fishing aficionados across the globe.

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Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve

Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve

Go on a safari tour at Eriksberg's Wildlife Park and see wild animals in their natural habitat. Red deer, fallow deer, Père David’s deer, European bison, wild boar and moufflon roam freely in this unique nature reserve in the archipelago. The tour goes through a fascinating rocky landscape of oak woodlands, dense hornbeam woodlands and knotty conifers. There is a rich bird life as well, and one of the world’s largest stocks of the protected red water lily. The park consists of more than 925 hectares, of which 409 hectares of water. The fenced portion is about 900 hectares, which means that Eriksberg is one of northern Europe's largest wildlife reserves.

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Karlshamn's Museum

Karlshamn's Museum

The museum is located in Karlshamn's cultural quarter. Here you will find the city museum, the old punsch factory, the tobacco factory, the silversmith's workshop, the printing factory, the art gallery, and the famous songwriter for children Alice Tegner's special room. Skottbergska Gården is also in the cultural quarter. It is one of Sweden’s best-preserved trading houses with roots from the late 18th century, original adornments and an apartment furnished in the style of that period.

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Skottsbergska Gården

Skottsbergska Gården

Located in the cultural quarter of Karlshamn, Skottsbergska Gården, an 18th-century merchant's house, stands as a distinguished testament to Sweden's architectural heritage. This well-preserved edifice is among the country's most prominent monumental buildings, a rarity that sets it apart in the realm of burghers' houses. Maintained in its initial condition, Skottsbergska Gården is a unique treasure not only in Sweden but across Scandinavia. With historical significance and architectural grandeur, the old merchant's house offers visitors a glimpse into a bygone era, making it a noteworthy stop for those seeking a journey through Sweden's cultural and architectural history.

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