{"id":375460,"date":"2026-08-01T10:08:10","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T08:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/"},"modified":"2026-08-03T21:46:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-03T19:46:40","slug":"ystad-sweden-things-to-see","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/","title":{"rendered":"Ystad and Sk\u00e5ne: 18 Things to See in Southern Sweden in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sk\u00e5ne is the southernmost and warmest corner of Sweden, and at first glance it looks more like Denmark than typical Scandinavia. Instead of endless dark forests and reindeer beside the road, here you&#8217;ll <strong>find dazzling white sandy beaches<\/strong>, rolling green plains and \u2014 in May \u2014 unbelievably yellow fields of blooming rapeseed. Ystad and the wider Sk\u00e5ne region in Sweden are the perfect introduction to this sunny slice of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting here from the rest of Europe is surprisingly easy and comfortable. Ferries from \u015awinouj\u015bcie in Poland or Rostock in Germany <strong>drop you right in the heart of the region<\/strong>, so you save hundreds of kilometres behind the wheel and can start exploring straight away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I&#8217;ve put together 18 specific tips for you \u2014 from white beaches through medieval castles all the way to the best falafel in the country. And I&#8217;ll tell you straight away where to base yourself strategically and how to save on transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#When_to_visit_Skane_and_the_Ystad_Sweden_weather\" >When to visit Sk\u00e5ne and the Ystad Sweden weather<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Where_to_stay_in_Skane_hotels_in_Ystad_Sweden_and_beyond\" >Where to stay in Sk\u00e5ne: hotels in Ystad Sweden and beyond<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Where_to_eat_in_Skane\" >Where to eat in Sk\u00e5ne<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Bet_on_the_daily_menu_and_market_halls\" >Bet on the daily menu and market halls<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#18_things_to_see_and_do_in_Skane\" >18 things to see and do in Sk\u00e5ne<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#1_The_Oresund_Bridge_and_the_trip_to_Copenhagen\" >1. The \u00d8resund Bridge and the trip to Copenhagen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#2_Malmo_Turning_Torso_and_Vastra_Hamnen\" >2. Malm\u00f6: Turning Torso and V\u00e4stra Hamnen<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#3_Malmo_The_historic_centre_and_Lilla_Torg\" >3. Malm\u00f6: The historic centre and Lilla Torg<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#4_Malmo_The_Mollevangen_district_and_legendary_falafel\" >4. Malm\u00f6: The M\u00f6llev\u00e5ngen district and legendary falafel<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#5_Lund_The_Romanesque_cathedral_and_astronomical_clock\" >5. Lund: The Romanesque cathedral and astronomical clock<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#6_Skanor_and_Falsterbo_White_beaches_and_seals\" >6. Skan\u00f6r and Falsterbo: White beaches and seals<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#7_Ystad_Half-timbered_houses_and_the_monastery\" >7. Ystad: Half-timbered houses and the monastery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#8_Ystad_In_the_footsteps_of_Inspector_Wallander\" >8. Ystad: In the footsteps of Inspector Wallander<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#9_Ystad_The_night_watchman_of_St_Marys_Church\" >9. Ystad: The night watchman of St Mary&#8217;s Church<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#10_Kaseberga_A_picturesque_fishing_village\" >10. K\u00e5seberga: A picturesque fishing village<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#11_Ales_stenar_The_Swedish_Stonehenge\" >11. Ales stenar: The Swedish Stonehenge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#12_The_Sandhammaren_and_Ystad_Sandskog_beaches\" >12. The Sandhammaren and Ystad Sandskog beaches<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#13_Glimmingehus_A_medieval_fortress\" >13. Glimmingehus: A medieval fortress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#14_Simrishamn_and_Osterlen_The_apple_kingdom\" >14. Simrishamn and \u00d6sterlen: The apple kingdom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#15_Helsingborg_and_the_gateway_to_Denmark\" >15. Helsingborg and the gateway to Denmark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#16_Kullaberg_Cliffs_and_a_lighthouse\" >16. Kullaberg: Cliffs and a lighthouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#17_Nimis_A_wooden_structure_and_the_micronation_of_Ladonia\" >17. Nimis: A wooden structure and the micronation of Ladonia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#18_Backaskog_Castle_and_the_Skaneleden_trail\" >18. B\u00e4ckaskog Castle and the Sk\u00e5neleden trail<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#How_to_get_to_Skane_and_how_to_get_around\" >How to get to Sk\u00e5ne and how to get around<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#A_5-day_loop_through_southern_Sweden\" >A 5-day loop through southern Sweden<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Where_to_go_next_from_Skane\" >Where to go next from Sk\u00e5ne<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Frequently_asked_questions\" >Frequently asked questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Whats_the_best_way_to_get_to_Skane_from_abroad\" >What&#8217;s the best way to get to Sk\u00e5ne from abroad?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#How_many_days_do_I_need_to_explore_southern_Sweden\" >How many days do I need to explore southern Sweden?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Do_I_need_a_car_to_travel_around_Skane\" >Do I need a car to travel around Sk\u00e5ne?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Is_Sweden_really_extremely_expensive\" >Is Sweden really extremely expensive?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Where_can_I_find_the_most_beautiful_beaches\" >Where can I find the most beautiful beaches?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Can_I_fit_in_a_day_trip_to_Copenhagen\" >Can I fit in a day trip to Copenhagen?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-35\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#Where_was_the_Wallander_series_filmed\" >Where was the Wallander series filmed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-36\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/ystad-sweden-things-to-see\/#What_are_the_main_culinary_specialities_of_the_region\" >What are the main culinary specialities of the region?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>The most accessible part of Sweden:<\/strong> Sk\u00e5ne is ideal for a road trip, with ferries dropping you right into Ystad or Trelleborg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>The \u00d8resund Bridge:<\/strong> An iconic structure linking Swedish Malm\u00f6 with Danish Copenhagen, which you can cross by car or train.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>A paradise for history lovers:<\/strong> Ystad offers hundreds of half-timbered houses, while Lund boasts a majestic Romanesque cathedral.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>The Swedish Stonehenge:<\/strong> The magical stones of Ales stenar rise on a cliff right above the wild Baltic Sea.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Beautiful white beaches:<\/strong> Areas like Sandhammaren or the Falsterbo peninsula have sand that looks more like the Caribbean.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>In the footsteps of Wallander:<\/strong> Fans of Nordic noir will love the filming locations from Henning Mankell&#8217;s books.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Cheap transport in 2026:<\/strong> In the second half of the year, Sk\u00e5netrafiken offers half-price monthly tickets for all travellers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9830b&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9830b\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1201\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" 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1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Damir K . \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_visit_Skane_and_the_Ystad_Sweden_weather\"><\/span>When to visit Sk\u00e5ne and the Ystad Sweden weather<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This region boasts the longest and warmest summer in the whole country. The tourist season wakes up here as early as spring, and <strong>late May looks as if someone poured a bucket of yellow paint over the landscape<\/strong>. The entire province turns golden thanks to the blooming rapeseed fields, which looks absolutely stunning in photos and lights up the whole countryside into the distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re tempted by swimming and long evenings, <strong>plan your trip for the summer months<\/strong>. From late June to mid-August most Swedes are on their so-called industrial holiday (industrisemester), so all the summer caf\u00e9s, castles and seasonal attractions run at full steam. Temperatures here regularly climb to a pleasant 25 \u00b0C, and the shallow sea by the white sandy beaches warms up nicely. Just bear in mind that you&#8217;ll meet the most tourists along the coast and accommodation prices will be at their peak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Autumn, on the other hand, tempts you with incredible calm and fantastic culinary experiences. September and October are <strong>ideal for hiking<\/strong> inland, especially in S\u00f6der\u00e5sen National Park, where the deciduous forests turn fiery shades of red and orange. On top of that, the \u00d6sterlen area celebrates its famous apple harvest during this period, so the whole landscape smells of fresh cider and baked pastries. It&#8217;s the time when nature calms down and you can enjoy real Nordic serenity without the crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e98b25&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e98b25\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1012\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03.jpg\" alt=\"Accommodation in the centre of Ystad\" class=\"wp-image-347678\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-03-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: A.Savin \/ Wikimedia Commons, FAL<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_stay_in_Skane_hotels_in_Ystad_Sweden_and_beyond\"><\/span>Where to stay in Sk\u00e5ne: hotels in Ystad Sweden and beyond<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Accommodation and experiences tip: We prefer to look for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the best cancellation terms. Tickets, tours and activities are then worth comparing and booking through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When choosing a base for your trip, it mainly comes down to what kind of holiday you prefer. If you like the buzz of a big city and want dozens of great specialty coffee shops at hand, <strong>make Malm\u00f6 your base<\/strong>. From there you can incredibly easily hop on a train for day trips to Copenhagen or nearby academic Lund. Prices in Malm\u00f6 are surprisingly friendly, and the metro, trams and bike rentals will take you anywhere without unnecessary stress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more romantic souls and lovers of the sea, <strong>Ystad or the picturesque rural area of \u00d6sterlen is the absolutely ideal choice<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll find perfect peace here, the typical red wooden cottages (stugor) and beautiful old farms converted into cosy family guesthouses. Distances in Sk\u00e5ne are very short by Nordic standards, so even from the deep countryside you can reach the main sights by car in an hour at most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When booking accommodation, I recommend looking at these specific hotels across price categories that have long collected great reviews:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=ystad-skane&amp;hotelname=Clarion%20Hotel%20Malm%C3%B6%20Live&amp;address=Malm%C3%B6%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Clarion Hotel Malm\u00f6 Live<\/a>:<\/strong> A modern skyscraper right in the centre of Malm\u00f6, whose <strong>city views stretch all the way to the \u00d8resund Bridge, and the breakfast is built on local ingredients \u2014 fresh bread, sm\u00f6rg\u00e5s and local cheeses<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll get a double room here from around 1,200 SEK (about \u20ac110) a night, and you can comfortably walk everywhere.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=ystad-skane&amp;hotelname=Ystad%20Saltsj%C3%B6bad&amp;address=Ystad%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Ystad Saltsj\u00f6bad<\/a>:<\/strong> A luxury spa hotel lying right on the beautiful beach in Ystad. It&#8217;s the <strong>ideal place to relax<\/strong> after a full day of sightseeing, where you can enjoy heated pools with sea views. Prices per night start around 2,000 SEK (roughly \u20ac180).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=ystad-skane&amp;hotelname=Kiviks%20Hotell&amp;address=Kivik%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Kiviks Hotell<\/a>:<\/strong> A gorgeous boutique hotel surrounded by apple orchards in the \u00d6sterlen area. The only thing to break the silence is the wind in the orchards, and the garden is made for an afternoon with a book and a glass of cider. Rooms run around 1,500 SEK (about \u20ac135) a night.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&amp;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&amp;campaign=ystad-skane&amp;hotelname=STF%20Vandrarhem&amp;address=Sk%C3%A5ne%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">STF Vandrarhem<\/a>:<\/strong> For travellers on a smaller budget, this hostel network offers great, clean rooms all over the region, often in historic buildings. Prices start at just 600 SEK (about \u20ac55) a night.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e995e4&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e995e4\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04.jpg\" alt=\"Daily lunch menu at a Swedish restaurant\" class=\"wp-image-347679\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-04-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Rene Terp \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_eat_in_Skane\"><\/span>Where to eat in Sk\u00e5ne<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sweden might look like an expensive foodie destination at first glance, but when you know where to go, you&#8217;ll save money and eat brilliantly. The south of Sweden is also a renowned agricultural region, so local ingredients play the leading role.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e99a1d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e99a1d\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1201\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05.jpg\" alt=\"Market hall with local products\" class=\"wp-image-347680\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-05-1392x929.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Kostiantyn Klymovets \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bet_on_the_daily_menu_and_market_halls\"><\/span>Bet on the daily menu and market halls<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the day it&#8217;s definitely worth seeking out restaurants offering the so-called <em>dagens r\u00e4tt<\/em> (daily menu). It usually costs a reasonable 100 to 130 SEK (about \u20ac9\u201312), and besides the main course \u2014 often fish or vegetarian patties \u2014 it includes a salad buffet, bread and coffee. Among specific spots, I recommend exploring the <a href=\"https:\/\/malmosaluhall.se\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Saluhall market hall<\/a> in Malm\u00f6, where you&#8217;ll find dozens of stalls with fresh treats from seafood to artisan cheeses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e99ed3&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e99ed3\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1289\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06.jpg\" alt=\"Coastline of southern Sweden\" class=\"wp-image-347681\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-300x215.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-700x501.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-768x550.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-1536x1100.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-696x498.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-06-1392x997.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Aliaksei Lepik \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18_things_to_see_and_do_in_Skane\"><\/span>18 things to see and do in Sk\u00e5ne<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s dive straight into the specific spots: I&#8217;ve prepared a mix of historic towns, nature reserves and architectural curiosities, each with tips on when to visit and rough prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9a26f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9a26f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1012\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" 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Mksg1 \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_The_Oresund_Bridge_and_the_trip_to_Copenhagen\"><\/span>1. The \u00d8resund Bridge and the trip to Copenhagen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This sixteen-kilometre engineering marvel connects Swedish Malm\u00f6 with Danish Copenhagen, and <strong>it&#8217;s worth crossing even if you have no interest in Copenhagen at all<\/strong>. Part of the journey by train or car runs beneath the sea, then you surface on the artificial island of Peberholm and drive the rest high above the waves of the \u00d8resund strait. From the centre of Malm\u00f6 you get here almost instantly, because the bridge connects directly to the edge of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s an immensely popular link, but <strong>get your wallet ready for the toll<\/strong>. A standard one-way crossing for a car costs roughly 470 to 510 Danish krone, which is about 750 SEK (around \u20ac65\u201370). If you&#8217;re planning a return trip, it&#8217;s absolutely worth getting the annual <a href=\"https:\/\/oresundsbron.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">\u00d8resundGO subscription<\/a> online in advance. That brings the price of a single crossing down to 178 Danish krone (around \u20ac24), so your investment pays off on the very first return journey. The bridge is open around the clock all year, but for a smooth drive without queues, avoid Friday and Sunday afternoons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When crossing from Sweden to Denmark and back, don&#8217;t forget your travel documents. The Swedish government has <strong>extended random border checks<\/strong> until at least the end of 2026. Whether you go by car or by comfortable train straight from Copenhagen airport, always keep a valid ID card handy for all passengers. If you prefer public transport, use the reliable Sk\u00e5netrafiken regional trains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you&#8217;re going by train, buy your ticket through the Sk\u00e5netrafiken app. The journey from the centre of Malm\u00f6 to Copenhagen airport takes just over twenty minutes, trains run very frequently, and you avoid the stress behind the wheel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9a66a&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9a66a\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08.jpg\" alt=\"Turning Torso and the V\u00e4stra Hamnen district\" class=\"wp-image-347683\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-08-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Susanne Jutzeler, suju-foto \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Malmo_Turning_Torso_and_Vastra_Hamnen\"><\/span>2. Malm\u00f6: Turning Torso and V\u00e4stra Hamnen<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The symbol of modern Malm\u00f6 is undoubtedly the Turning Torso skyscraper, designed by the famous Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava. This 190-metre-tall building <strong>rises above the city like a giant corkscrew<\/strong> and for many years held the title of the tallest structure in all of Scandinavia. It sits just ten minutes by bus from the main station, and you can also reach it on foot with a pleasant walk along the coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s one small catch for tourists, though. Unfortunately you can&#8217;t normally go up, because <strong>the skyscraper hides only luxury apartments<\/strong> and private offices. There&#8217;s no public viewing platform, so you&#8217;ll have to photograph this architectural gem only from the outside. Luckily, the view from the street is absolutely breathtaking, and admiring it from outside won&#8217;t cost you a cent. The area around the building is accessible 24 hours a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The building stands in the eco-friendly V\u00e4stra Hamnen district, which was built on the site of former industrial shipyards. In summer, joggers zip along the piers, kids jump into the sea and the queue for ice cream stretches around the corner. Long wooden piers run along the water, where you can sit with a coffee and enjoy the view of the Danish coast in the distance. There&#8217;s no entrance fee here and the atmosphere is incredibly relaxed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Come here just before sunset. 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Malm\u00f6: The historic centre and Lilla Torg<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From the modern architecture by the sea, move straight into the heart of the old town, dominated by the little Lilla Torg square. This space is <strong>surrounded by beautifully restored half-timbered houses<\/strong> from the sixteenth century and feels like something out of a period film. It sits right in the city centre, just a five-minute walk from the central station, so you&#8217;ll reach it without any trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During the day you&#8217;ll find the perfect refuge here for a traditional Swedish fika \u2014 the sacred break for coffee and sweet pastries. A coffee with a cinnamon bun costs around 65 to 100 SEK (about \u20ac6\u20139). In the evening, the whole historic cobblestone square <strong>turns into one giant outdoor bar<\/strong>, where locals and tourists gather for a drink and dinner under the open sky. If you want a quieter atmosphere without crowds, I recommend visiting early in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short walk away stands the majestic Malm\u00f6hus, the oldest preserved Renaissance castle in Scandinavia. Today it <strong>works as an <a href=\"https:\/\/malmo.se\/Uppleva-och-gora\/Konst-och-museer\/Malmo-Museer.html\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">extensive museum<\/a><\/strong>, where you&#8217;ll come across everything from historical exhibitions about the Danish\u2013Swedish wars to a small natural-history aquarium. Adult admission costs a very pleasant 100 SEK (roughly \u20ac9) and the museum is usually open every day except Monday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you love design, wander the little shops in the lanes around Lilla Torg. 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Malm\u00f6: The M\u00f6llev\u00e5ngen district and legendary falafel<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to experience the true soul of today&#8217;s Malm\u00f6, you have to head to the M\u00f6llev\u00e5ngen district, which locals lovingly call M\u00f6llan. This spot is <strong>just about a fifteen-minute walk<\/strong> from the main station, or you can easily reach it by any city bus. The city is home to people from 180 countries, and it&#8217;s right here that you feel this incredible multicultural mix in full. The morning markets on the square overflow with exotic fruit, the air smells of all kinds of spices, and the streets are lined with dozens of interesting bistros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is where people go for the legendary Malm\u00f6 falafel at the Jalla Jalla bistro on Bergsgatan, which <strong>is a genuine local cultural institution<\/strong> and a lifesaver for any travel budget. A large falafel roll costs a fraction of the price of any other hot meal in Sweden. It usually fits into 50 to 70 SEK (roughly \u20ac5\u20136). You&#8217;ll get fresh vegetables with it, plenty of excellent sauces, and you&#8217;ll eat perfectly well entirely without meat. Local bistros are usually open from late morning until late at night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plenty of wild myths circulate about safety in Malm\u00f6, but both the centre and M\u00f6llan are perfectly fine during the day and in the evening, so all you need is common sense, just like anywhere in Europe. The best way to avoid the crowds at the stalls is to arrive shortly before noon or, conversely, around two in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Try adding traditional halloumi cheese to your falafel. 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Lund: The Romanesque cathedral and astronomical clock<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just under twenty minutes by train from Malm\u00f6 lies the university town of Lund, which feels like a completely different world. Sk\u00e5netrafiken trains run here from Malm\u00f6 all the time and a ticket costs around 60 SEK (about \u20ac5). While Malm\u00f6 is bold and modern, Lund is <strong>ancient, academic and incredibly calm<\/strong>. From the station you can comfortably walk to the historic centre in ten minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crown jewel of the whole town is the majestic Romanesque Lund Cathedral from the twelfth century. Inside you&#8217;ll find a fascinating fifteenth-century astronomical clock that <strong>puts on a mechanical show twice a day<\/strong>. The wooden knights duel usually exactly at noon and at three in the afternoon, so plan your visit for that time. Entry is free and it&#8217;s open year-round, so you have no excuse to skip it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beneath the cathedral lies a dark and slightly eerie crypt. According to old Nordic legend, <strong>the mythical giant Finn turned to stone there<\/strong> as he tried to destroy the whole church, and you can see his stone figure wrapped around a pillar with your own eyes. To avoid the throngs of students and tourists, I recommend planning your visit for a weekend morning, when the streets are still asleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Lund is a town of bicycles and students. 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Skan\u00f6r and Falsterbo: White beaches and seals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The very southwestern tip of Sweden is made up of the picturesque Falsterbo peninsula. You&#8217;d search in vain for rocks and dark water here \u2014 instead, look forward to <strong>kilometres of dazzling white sand<\/strong> and grassy dunes reminiscent of the American Hamptons. From Malm\u00f6 you get here by car in under half an hour, or you can take the regular regional bus number 300, which drops you right by the sea. Beach access is of course free; you only pay for parking, which costs around 20 SEK (\u20ac2) per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These endless beaches are lined with hundreds of tiny, pastel-coloured beach huts. They&#8217;re passed down from generation to generation, cost an absolute fortune, and look so fairy-tale-like that you simply can&#8217;t not post a photo. If you want the beaches to yourself, come early in the morning or outside the main summer holidays, because in July and August it gets really busy here at weekends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The area is also home to the M\u00e5kl\u00e4ppen nature reserve, known for its large seal colony. In autumn, on the other hand, <strong>birdwatchers gather here from all over Europe<\/strong>, because millions of birds migrate across the peninsula on their way south. It&#8217;s an absolute paradise for lovers of untouched Nordic nature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Entry to the M\u00e5kl\u00e4ppen reserve is only permitted from November to January to protect the animals. 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Ystad: Half-timbered houses and the monastery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town of Ystad embodies exactly what you&#8217;d picture as a Nordic idyll. Its historic centre is woven with winding cobbled lanes lined with hundreds of <strong>perfectly preserved historic half-timbered houses<\/strong>. From Malm\u00f6 you get here by car or comfortable train in about fifty minutes. The train station lies right by the harbour, from where you&#8217;re in the historic centre on foot in just five minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They&#8217;re often nicknamed &#8220;almond houses&#8221; because of their typical pastel colours. On a walk you&#8217;ll also come across the beautiful Gr\u00e5br\u00f6draklostret monastery, which <strong>is one of the best-preserved medieval buildings<\/strong> in the whole Sk\u00e5ne region and is surrounded by fragrant herb gardens. Admission to the monastery museum costs around 50 SEK (about \u20ac5) and it&#8217;s usually open Tuesday to Sunday. If you want to enjoy the romantic atmosphere without crowds, head into the lanes right after breakfast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ystad&#8217;s centre has kept its original medieval street layout, so <strong>wonderful history breathes at every step<\/strong>. You can wander here for hours, peeking into little courtyards and admiring the carefully maintained facades that are centuries old. Ystad is very compact, and you can walk to all the important spots in a single afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Take a break in one of the many local caf\u00e9s. Ystad is famous for its patisseries, where you&#8217;ll get the best cinnamon buns far and wide (expect a price of around 40 SEK, about \u20ac4 apiece).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9c05c&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9c05c\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1218\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14.jpg\" alt=\"The main square in Ystad\" class=\"wp-image-347690\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-300x203.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-700x474.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-768x520.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-1536x1039.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-696x471.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-14-1392x942.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Damir K . \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Ystad_In_the_footsteps_of_Inspector_Wallander\"><\/span>8. Ystad: In the footsteps of Inspector Wallander<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Global fame and crowds of tourists, however, were brought to Ystad by the writer Henning Mankell and his fictional, forever gloomy Inspector Kurt Wallander. The books and TV series <strong>turned the town into a popular pilgrimage destination<\/strong> for fans of Nordic noir from all over the world. You&#8217;ll find all the important spots from the books scattered right in the historic centre, so you don&#8217;t need any special transport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the local tourist centre you can pick up a special map (often free or for a small fee) and walk the town exactly in the inspector&#8217;s footsteps. The route <strong>reliably takes you from his flat<\/strong> on Mariagatan all the way to his favourite pizzeria, where he spent his evenings. You can do the walk any time of year, because the lanes are publicly accessible at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Film buffs shouldn&#8217;t miss Ystad Studios either, where a large part of the series was filmed. In the interactive visitor centre you <strong>can see the original sets<\/strong> and discover how the film illusion of a police station is created. Admission is around 100 SEK (roughly \u20ac9) and it&#8217;s usually open daily in summer, and mostly only at weekends off-season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Stop by the Fridolfs konditori caf\u00e9 on Lilla \u00d6stergatan. 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Ystad: The night watchman of St Mary&#8217;s Church<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Ystad, one absolutely fascinating medieval tradition has survived that you won&#8217;t easily see anywhere else in Europe. From the tower of the majestic St Mary&#8217;s Church, <strong>a copper horn is sounded every night<\/strong>. The church stands in the very heart of the town on Stortorget square, and you can experience this whole spectacle (or rather, listen to it) completely free \u2014 you just need to be in the right place at the right time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This job is done by the night watchman, whose task is to guard the town against fires. From nine in the evening until one in the morning, he <strong>blows the horn in all four directions<\/strong> exactly every quarter of an hour, announcing to residents that the town is safe and they can sleep peacefully. In the summer months the square is still full of people at that time, so you don&#8217;t need to worry about strolling here after dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This unique tradition has run continuously since the eighteenth century. When you walk the hushed cobbled lanes beneath the church in the evening and <strong>hear the long, drawn-out sound of the horn<\/strong>, you feel as if you&#8217;ve travelled three hundred years back in time. It&#8217;s one of the most authentic experiences you can take home from southern Sweden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The sound of the horn is fairly quiet and muffled, so you needn&#8217;t worry about it waking you in your hotel at night. 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}\n  .lk-stays-header { padding: 24px 20px; }\n  .lk-stays-footer { padding: 16px 20px; }\n  .lk-stay-card { padding: 22px; }\n  .lk-stays-title { font-size: 20px; }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n  <!-- HEADER -->\n  <div class=\"lk-stays-header\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/lukas-a-lucka.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width: 75px; height: 75px; border-radius: 8px; flex-shrink: 0; object-fit: cover; display: block; margin: 4px 0;\" title=\"\">\n    <div class=\"lk-stays-header-text\">\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-eyebrow\">Luk\u00e1\u0161 and Lucie recommend<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-title\">Where to stay in Ystad and Sk\u00e5ne<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stays-subtitle\">5 accommodations \u2014 hotels, wellness hotels and other accommodation options<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- CARDS -->\n  <div class=\"lk-stays-grid\">\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card featured\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=ystad-skane&#038;hotelname=Clarion%20Hotel%20Malm%C3%B6%20Live&#038;address=Malm%C3%B6%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-top\">\u2b50 TOP CHOICE<\/span>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe8 Hotel<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">Clarion Hotel Malm\u00f6 Live<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Modern skyscraper in the center of Malm\u00f6 with views of the \u00d6resund Bridge, breakfast with local ingredients. 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class=\"lk-stay-name\">Ystad Saltsj\u00f6bad<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Luxury spa hotel right on the beach in Ystad, heated pools with sea views.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from 2,000 SEK\/night (approx. \u20ac180)<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=ystad-skane&#038;hotelname=Kiviks%20Hotell&#038;address=Kivik%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe1 Pension\/B&#038;B<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">Kiviks Hotell<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Boutique hotel surrounded by apple orchards in \u00d6sterlen, garden ideal for relaxation.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from 1,500 SEK\/night (approx. \u20ac140)<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n    <a class=\"lk-stay-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=en&#038;campaign=ystad-skane&#038;hotelname=STF%20Vandrarhem&#038;address=Sk%C3%A5ne%2C%20%C5%A0v%C3%A9dsko\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-badge badge-nature\">\ud83c\udfe1 Pension\/B&#038;B<\/span>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-name\">STF Vandrarhem<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-desc\">Network of hostels with clean rooms throughout the region, often in historic buildings.<\/div>\n      <div class=\"lk-stay-meta\">\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\n        <span class=\"lk-stay-price\">from 600 SEK\/night (approx. \u20ac55)<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <span class=\"lk-stay-cta\">\n        <svg width=\"14\" height=\"14\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 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fill=\"none\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"2\"><path d=\"M18 13v6a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H5a2 2 0 0 1-2-2V8a2 2 0 0 1 2-2h6\"\/><polyline points=\"15 3 21 3 21 9\"\/><line x1=\"10\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"21\" y2=\"3\"\/><\/svg>\n        Check availability\n      <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Kaseberga_A_picturesque_fishing_village\"><\/span>10. K\u00e5seberga: A picturesque fishing village<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">About twenty kilometres east of Ystad, the harbour village of K\u00e5seberga hides in a small bay. It&#8217;s made up of <strong>a cluster of little red houses<\/strong> that huddle right beneath steep green cliffs, protected by a mighty breakwater. By car you arrive here in under half an hour, or you can take the local bus that regularly departs from the train station in Ystad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The local smokehouses do smell of fish \u2014 a huge Swedish tradition that locals have kept up for centuries \u2014 but you <strong>can enjoy a lovely afternoon fika here<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll find several cosy caf\u00e9s serving great coffee and fluffy cakes with fresh fruit. For coffee and dessert you&#8217;ll pay around 80 SEK (about \u20ac7). In summer the caf\u00e9s run from early morning until early evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">K\u00e5seberga serves as the main starting point for the hike to the magical Ales stenar monument. The harbour is <strong>a great place to rest after the walk<\/strong>, where you can sit on a bench, listen to the cry of the gulls and watch the fishing boats bobbing on the waves. The harbour is open at all times and there&#8217;s no entrance fee \u2014 only parking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The car park in K\u00e5seberga fills up very quickly in high season (it costs about 20 SEK per hour). I recommend arriving either early in the morning or, conversely, in the late afternoon, when the crowds from the tour buses have left.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9d939&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9d939\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17.jpg\" alt=\"The stone ship Ales stenar above the sea\" class=\"wp-image-347693\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-17-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: OleNeitzel \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Ales_stenar_The_Swedish_Stonehenge\"><\/span>11. Ales stenar: The Swedish Stonehenge<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Right above the village of K\u00e5seberga lies one of the most magical spots in all of southern Sweden. On a high grassy cliff rises Ales stenar, a monument made up of fifty-nine enormous boulders <strong>arranged in the majestic shape of a ship<\/strong>. From Ystad you&#8217;re at the car park in K\u00e5seberga in twenty minutes by car, and from there you have to continue on foot. The hike itself up the maintained path to the cliff takes about a quarter of an hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This megalithic monument measures an impressive sixty-seven metres in length and probably dates from the Iron Age. To this day no one knows for certain whether it <strong>was a sacred burial ground<\/strong> of an important chieftain or a sophisticated solar calendar that helped determine the seasons. The monument lies freely in nature, so it&#8217;s accessible 24 hours a day all year round and there&#8217;s absolutely no entrance fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you stand there, the wind ruffling your hair and <strong>the sea roaring wildly below you<\/strong>, you&#8217;re hit by the incredible mystical atmosphere of the old Norsemen. During summer weekends crowds gather here, so for a peaceful experience I recommend coming outside the main tourist peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> You&#8217;ll get the very best experience if you head to the boulders just before sunset. The stones cast long shadows and the golden light reflecting off the sea surface creates a perfect scene for photos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9dfb2&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9dfb2\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1010\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18.jpg\" alt=\"The sandy beach of Sandhammaren\" class=\"wp-image-347694\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-300x168.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-700x393.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-768x431.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-1536x862.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-18-1392x781.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Anastasiia Bushueva \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_The_Sandhammaren_and_Ystad_Sandskog_beaches\"><\/span>12. The Sandhammaren and Ystad Sandskog beaches<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re coming to Sweden for the swimming, a real paradise awaits you east of Ystad. Sandhammaren beach is regularly voted <strong>the absolute most beautiful beach in the whole country<\/strong>, and its sand is so fine that it once reportedly served in precise hourglasses. From Ystad you get here by car in about thirty minutes, the car park lies just a short walk from the beach, and it charges the standard hourly rate of around 20 SEK (\u20ac2).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The white strip of sand stretches for kilometres and is surrounded by pine forests that provide pleasant shade on hot summer days. The water is cooler here than in the Mediterranean, but <strong>in July and August you can swim without any problem<\/strong>. Beach access is of course free. In autumn the coast turns into an ideal place for long, melancholy walks without people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Closer to town lies Ystad Sandskog, a popular recreation area full of cycle paths and promenades. You&#8217;ll find <strong>perfect facilities for families with children<\/strong> here, wooden boardwalks and stalls with excellent soft-serve ice cream. You can reach it from the centre of Ystad in ten minutes, even by bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> At Sandhammaren beach, be very careful of the strong sea currents, which can be treacherous. Always respect the warning signs and only swim in areas marked as safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9e4e9&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9e4e9\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1197\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19.jpg\" alt=\"The medieval fortress of Glimmingehus\" class=\"wp-image-347696\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-700x466.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-1536x1021.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-696x463.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-19-1392x926.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: C-M \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Glimmingehus_A_medieval_fortress\"><\/span>13. Glimmingehus: A medieval fortress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Inland, just under thirty-five kilometres northeast of Ystad, rises the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.raa.se\/in-english\/events-and-exhibitions\/glimmingehus\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Glimmingehus<\/a> castle. It&#8217;s by far the best-preserved medieval fortress in all of Scandinavia. This mighty stone building <strong>was commissioned in the late fifteenth century<\/strong> by the Danish knight Jens Holgersen Ulfstand. By car you arrive here from Ystad in under half an hour of relaxed driving between fields and meadows.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The castle was designed to withstand any attack and is full of ingenious defensive features. On a tour you&#8217;ll <strong>discover hidden arrow slits, false doors<\/strong> and openings in the ceilings through which defenders once poured boiling pitch on unwanted guests. Adult admission costs around 100 SEK (about \u20ac9). In high season it&#8217;s open daily; off-season the opening hours shrink to just weekends, so it&#8217;s best to check online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today Glimmingehus is a great spot for a family outing. During the summer season, guides in period costumes <strong>host interesting tours and spooky evenings<\/strong>, during which old legends of castle spirits and ancient battles come to life. To avoid the school groups, arrive right at opening time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> In the castle grounds there&#8217;s a beautiful herb garden and a pleasant caf\u00e9, where you can rest and taste excellent vegetarian specialities prepared according to traditional medieval recipes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9f044&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9f044\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20.jpg\" alt=\"Apple orchards in \u00d6sterlen\" class=\"wp-image-347697\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-20-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Efrem Efre \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_Simrishamn_and_Osterlen_The_apple_kingdom\"><\/span>14. Simrishamn and \u00d6sterlen: The apple kingdom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you continue further east, you&#8217;ll enter the picturesque \u00d6sterlen area, often nicknamed the Swedish Tuscany. It welcomes you with gently rolling countryside, cosy art galleries and <strong>endless fragrant apple orchards<\/strong>. The centre of the region is the small town of Simrishamn, about forty-five minutes by car from Ystad. You can also reach it very easily by regional train, so a car isn&#8217;t strictly necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The heart of fruit-growing is the nearby town of Kivik, home to the famous local cider mill <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kiviksmusteri.se\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kiviks Musteri<\/a>. In autumn a grand apple market is held here, where <strong>artists create huge and incredibly detailed mosaics<\/strong> from tens of thousands of colourful apples. This market draws thousands of visitors, so arm yourself with patience when looking for parking. In summer a visit to the orchards is much calmer, and entry to the grounds is free \u2014 you only pay for tastings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The \u00d6sterlen area is absolutely ideal for cycling trips. You can slowly ride from one farm to another and buy fresh produce directly from local farmers. Simrishamn doesn&#8217;t lack plenty of caf\u00e9s where you can rest and gather your strength.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Stop at the Kiviks Musteri cider mill for a guided tasting. For around 150 SEK (\u20ac14) you can sample classic apple ciders as well as excellent non-alcoholic ones and buy great vegetarian products made from local ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Helsingborg_and_the_gateway_to_Denmark\"><\/span>15. Helsingborg and the gateway to Denmark<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the northwestern coast of Sk\u00e5ne, about sixty-five kilometres north of Malm\u00f6, lies the vibrant city of Helsingborg. It serves as one of the main gateways to Denmark, and by train you get here from Malm\u00f6 in under an hour. From the historic centre it&#8217;s <strong>less than five kilometres across the \u00d8resund strait to the Danish shores<\/strong>, so you can see the Danish town of Helsing\u00f8r with the naked eye right from the harbour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city&#8217;s landmark is K\u00e4rnan, a mighty medieval brick tower \u2014 the only survivor of the original giant castle. When you climb the dozens of steps to its top, <strong>a breathtaking view opens up<\/strong> of the whole city and the busy maritime route below you. Admission to the tower costs around 80 SEK (about \u20ac7) and in summer it&#8217;s open daily. To avoid the rush of tourists, head up the tower right at ten in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ferries between Helsingborg and Danish Helsing\u00f8r shuttle back and forth all the time, and a ticket for a foot passenger costs around 50 SEK (\u20ac5). The crossing <strong>takes just twenty minutes<\/strong>, so you can make a super-quick day trip to the famous Danish castle of Kronborg, the setting for Shakespeare&#8217;s Hamlet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Crossing by ferry with a car is often a cheaper and faster alternative for travellers who want to avoid Copenhagen traffic and the high tolls on the big \u00d8resund Bridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9f5e6&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9f5e6\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22.jpg\" alt=\"Lighthouse and cliffs at Kullaberg\" class=\"wp-image-347699\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-22-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Masood Aslami \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16_Kullaberg_Cliffs_and_a_lighthouse\"><\/span>16. Kullaberg: Cliffs and a lighthouse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A short way above Helsingborg, about thirty-five kilometres by car heading north, the Kulla peninsula juts out into the sea. Its very tip is formed by the wild Kullaberg nature reserve. Here the calm sandy beaches end and <strong>real Nordic drama begins<\/strong>, full of steep cliffs and crashing waves. Entry to the reserve itself is free; you only pay for parking by the main trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The gneiss cliffs plunge dozens of metres vertically into the sea, and the whole area is threaded with demanding trails accessible year-round. At the very end of the peninsula stands the Kullens fyr lighthouse (the highest-situated lighthouse in all of Sweden), which in summer you can even go inside for a small fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can enjoy beautiful hikes with sea views here, explore caves hidden in the rocks, or <strong>head out on an organised seal safari<\/strong> on small boats. In short, the area is a paradise for all lovers of untamed nature and adrenaline. If you want the cliffs to yourself, head here early in the morning before the families arrive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> The terrain on the cliffs is very rugged and rocky. Definitely wear sturdy hiking boots and be careful, especially if a strong wind is blowing in from the sea, which can be treacherous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17_Nimis_A_wooden_structure_and_the_micronation_of_Ladonia\"><\/span>17. Nimis: A wooden structure and the micronation of Ladonia<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the northern coast of the Kulla peninsula hides one of the most curious attractions in all of Sweden. It&#8217;s called Nimis, and it&#8217;s a <strong>huge labyrinth of towers and corridors<\/strong> built from driftwood by the eccentric artist Lars Vilks. The place is just a short drive from the main Kullaberg reserve, and entry is completely free, because the structure lies freely in nature and is accessible around the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The structure was built illegally in an off-limits nature reserve, and the authorities tried for years to remove it. In protest, Vilks declared an independent micronation on this bit of beach called Ladonia (today it has tens of thousands of virtual citizens from all over the world). This whole bizarre story gives the place a wonderfully rebellious atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The way to Nimis isn&#8217;t signposted at all and takes quite a bit of physical effort. You have to <strong>descend a very steep and rocky trail<\/strong> through the forest down to the sea, but once the towering wooden structures appear before you, you&#8217;ll understand that the effort was worth it. Set off in sturdy shoes and ideally on summer days when the ground is dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> If you head here, don&#8217;t count on any tourist facilities. There&#8217;s no signal, toilets or refreshment stalls. 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B\u00e4ckaskog Castle and the Sk\u00e5neleden trail<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Southern Sweden is dotted with dozens of beautiful castles and ch\u00e2teaux that once served the Danish and Swedish nobility. One of the prettiest is B\u00e4ckaskog Castle, <strong>which lies on a narrow strip of land<\/strong> right between two glittering lakes. It sits near the town of Kristianstad, and from Malm\u00f6 you reach it by car in about an hour and a half. You can enter the castle gardens without any trouble; admission to the interiors themselves is around 80 SEK (about \u20ac7).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The former thirteenth-century monastery was later rebuilt into the summer residence of King Charles XV. Today you <strong>can walk through the beautiful sprawling gardens<\/strong>, admire centuries-old trees and enjoy perfect peace far from the main tourist routes. The castle is accessible mainly in the summer season, when there are regular tours of the historic interiors and a fantastic castle caf\u00e9 is open. There you can have an excellent apple pie and coffee with a gorgeous view over the calm lake surface. On top of that, the whole province is crossed by the famous network of hiking and cycling trails, Sk\u00e5neleden, which measures over thirteen hundred kilometres in total.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to the mostly flat terrain, <strong>Sk\u00e5ne is an absolute paradise for cyclists<\/strong>, so feel free to rent a bike and set off to discover old castles, windmills and picturesque farms entirely under your own steam. Most of the cycle routes are perfectly signposted and safely weave through picturesque villages and deep beech forests, where you suddenly lose track of how long you&#8217;ve been riding, because it simply swept you away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip:<\/strong> Along the countryside cycle paths you&#8217;ll come across plenty of so-called &#8220;loppis&#8221;, or flea markets, which the Swedes absolutely love. They&#8217;re often held right in old barns at farms, and you can find wonderful vintage treasures there for a few crowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9e9fffc&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9e9fffc\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1012\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25.jpg\" alt=\"Ferry across the Baltic Sea to Sweden\" class=\"wp-image-347702\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-696x391.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-25-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Lars H Knudsen \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_get_to_Skane_and_how_to_get_around\"><\/span>How to get to Sk\u00e5ne and how to get around<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journey to southern Sweden from central Europe is surprisingly quick and offers several comfortable options. If you&#8217;re planning a road trip and setting off in your own car, <strong>the ferries from Poland or Germany make the most sense<\/strong>. From the Polish port of \u015awinouj\u015bcie you sail to Swedish Ystad or Trelleborg in about seven hours. Prices for a car with driver start at \u20ac95, and if you choose the night crossing you save a night in a hotel and set off rested in the morning. From Gdynia in Poland you can then sail to Karlskrona, which takes just under ten hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The German alternative is the ports of Rostock, Travem\u00fcnde or Sassnitz. The ferry from Rostock to Trelleborg makes the crossing in six hours and is <strong>a very popular choice for families with children<\/strong> who want to minimise the time spent behind the wheel on the motorway. Tickets range between \u20ac60 and \u20ac200 depending on how far in advance you book. The simple rule here is that the earlier you buy your ticket, the friendlier the final price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For travellers who prefer to fly, Copenhagen&#8217;s Kastrup airport is absolutely ideal. Flights to Copenhagen are often much cheaper than direct flights to Sweden, and carriers like Ryanair, easyJet and Lufthansa serve it from major European hubs. From the airport terminal you then <strong>hop straight onto a comfortable train<\/strong>, and after crossing the iconic \u00d8resund Bridge you step out in just twenty minutes right in the centre of Swedish Malm\u00f6. Malm\u00f6&#8217;s own airport serves mostly domestic flights or smaller low-cost airlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting around the region itself is incredibly easy thanks to the reliable regional operator Sk\u00e5netrafiken. Their purple trains and green buses <strong>connect just about every larger village<\/strong>, run precisely on time, and you can buy tickets in a few clicks through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skanetrafiken.se\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sk\u00e5netrafiken app<\/a>. If you head to Sk\u00e5ne in the second half of 2026, you can also benefit from blanket government subsidies that have slashed the price of monthly tickets to a fantastic half (roughly 530 SEK, about \u20ac48).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A car will give you enormous freedom to explore remote beaches or hidden apple orchards in the \u00d6sterlen area, but <strong>it&#8217;s definitely not a necessity<\/strong>. Sk\u00e5ne is wonderfully flat and boasts hundreds of kilometres of perfect cycle paths. If you base yourself strategically in Malm\u00f6 or Ystad, you can simply rent a bike, pack a picnic blanket and explore the surrounding coast purely under your own power.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a713e9ea0480&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a713e9ea0480\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26.jpg\" alt=\"Driving through southern Sweden\" class=\"wp-image-347703\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/svedsko-clanky-ystad-skane-26-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Viktor Lundberg \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_5-day_loop_through_southern_Sweden\"><\/span>A 5-day loop through southern Sweden<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you arrive in Sweden on the morning ferry and have roughly five days to explore the south, I&#8217;ve put together an ideal itinerary for you. It lets you see the absolute best of the whole region, but <strong>at the same time won&#8217;t trap you in the car for hours<\/strong>. The distances here are really unusually short, so each day you&#8217;ll drive at most around eighty kilometres and there&#8217;s plenty of time left for lounging in local caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day one<\/strong> \u2014 devote it to discovering Malm\u00f6. Start with a morning coffee in the V\u00e4stra Hamnen district with a view of the Turning Torso skyscraper, in the afternoon lose yourself in the lanes around Lilla Torg, and in the evening have the best falafel in the M\u00f6llev\u00e5ngen district. You can comfortably spend the night right in the city centre, from where you can walk everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day two<\/strong> \u2014 set off first thing in the morning by train or car to nearby Lund. See the majestic cathedral with its astronomical clock, walk through the university campus and have a hearty lunch in the form of the daily menu (dagens r\u00e4tt), which often includes excellent vegetarian patties. In the afternoon, move to the very southwest to the Falsterbo peninsula and Skan\u00f6r. Walk among the photogenic beach huts, breathe in the clean sea air and stay at one of the smaller local guesthouses by the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day three<\/strong> \u2014 drive along the southern coast to Ystad, which will take you barely fifty minutes of relaxed driving. Explore the historic centre full of half-timbered houses and follow in the footsteps of Inspector Wallander. For dinner head to a cosy pizzeria and wait for nightfall to listen to the night watchman from the church tower. An overnight stay in Ystad is an absolute must, ideally in one of the romantic hotels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day four<\/strong> \u2014 mysticism and nature await you. In the morning drive to the fishing village of K\u00e5seberga and hike up to the magical Ales stenar stones before the tour buses arrive. Then continue further east into the \u00d6sterlen area. Stop at the Kiviks Musteri cider mill, buy local apple products and stroll through the orchards. Look for accommodation around the town of Simrishamn, where you&#8217;ll come across picturesque farms converted into private stays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Day five<\/strong> \u2014 you can devote it to the majestic Glimmingehus castle and then head either north into the dense forests of Sm\u00e5land, or slowly return along the motorway back to Trelleborg for the afternoon ferry. This loop deliberately skips the more remote northern Kulla peninsula, so you don&#8217;t rush and can truly enjoy the slow Nordic pace to the full.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_go_next_from_Skane\"><\/span>Where to go next from Sk\u00e5ne<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve already explored the south of Sweden, several options open up for where to continue. With a car you can head north into the deep forests of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/svedsko-co-videt\/\">Sm\u00e5land and experience the real Sweden<\/a>, or go even further and spend a few days in wonderful <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/stockholm-co-videt\/\">Stockholm<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re tempted by big cities and great food, definitely use the <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/oresundsky-most\/\">\u00d8resund Bridge<\/a> and cross into neighbouring Denmark. A visit to <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/kodan\/\">Copenhagen<\/a> is an absolute must. And if you want to plan your budget better before the trip, take a look at our detailed breakdown of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/penize-ve-svedsku\/\">prices and costs in Sweden<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_asked_questions\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_the_best_way_to_get_to_Skane_from_abroad\"><\/span>What&#8217;s the best way to get to Sk\u00e5ne from abroad?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The most convenient option for travellers with a car is to take <strong>ferries from Polish \u015awinouj\u015bcie<\/strong> (to Ystad) or from German Rostock (to Trelleborg), which will save you hundreds of kilometres behind the wheel. If you prefer air travel, it&#8217;s worth booking a flight to Copenhagen&#8217;s Kastrup Airport, from where you can reach central Malm\u00f6 by train across the strait in less than twenty minutes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_days_do_I_need_to_explore_southern_Sweden\"><\/span>How many days do I need to explore southern Sweden?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>To enjoy the region at a relaxed pace without rushing anywhere, I recommend <strong>setting aside at least 5 to 7 days<\/strong>. During this time you&#8217;ll manage to drive along the coast, visit Malm\u00f6, see Ales Stenar and explore the inland areas without unnecessary hurry. If you want to add Copenhagen as well, throw in another two days.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_a_car_to_travel_around_Skane\"><\/span>Do I need a car to travel around Sk\u00e5ne?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A car gives you absolute freedom, especially when searching for remote beaches or picturesque farms in the \u00d6sterlen area, but it&#8217;s definitely not essential. The Sk\u00e5netrafiken train and bus network <strong>works absolutely reliably<\/strong> and connects all the major towns and tourist attractions. In the towns themselves you&#8217;ll easily get by with a rented bicycle.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Sweden_really_extremely_expensive\"><\/span>Is Sweden really extremely expensive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It&#8217;s not as bad as is often said. Accommodation and petrol cost similar amounts to Western Europe. What becomes pricey is mainly alcohol and classic restaurant dinners. However, if you <strong>take advantage of lunchtime daily menus (dagens r\u00e4tt)<\/strong> and buy groceries at supermarkets, your budget will handle it without major problems.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_can_I_find_the_most_beautiful_beaches\"><\/span>Where can I find the most beautiful beaches?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>For dazzling white sand, head to the Falsterbo peninsula or to the <strong>famous Sandhammaren beach<\/strong> on the southeast coast, which regularly ranks among the most beautiful spots. The Baltic water is admittedly somewhat refreshing, but in July and August both locals and tourists commonly swim there and enjoy the Nordic summer.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_fit_in_a_day_trip_to_Copenhagen\"><\/span>Can I fit in a day trip to Copenhagen?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Absolutely! By train directly across the \u00d6resund Bridge, the journey from central Malm\u00f6 to Copenhagen&#8217;s main station takes <strong>just under forty minutes<\/strong> and trains run very frequently. So you can comfortably head to Denmark in the morning for coffee and sightseeing and return in the evening to your cheaper Swedish hotel.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_was_the_Wallander_series_filmed\"><\/span>Where was the Wallander series filmed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The vast majority of both the film and book locations are found in the <strong>port town of Ystad<\/strong>. At the local tourist information centre they&#8217;ll give you a special map you can use to walk to the inspector&#8217;s apartment, his favourite caf\u00e9s and the film studios on the edge of town, where you can see the original police station sets.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785138592007\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_main_culinary_specialities_of_the_region\"><\/span>What are the main culinary specialities of the region?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Sk\u00e5ne is the agricultural heart of all Sweden. Besides the ubiquitous apple cakes and fresh ciders, you&#8217;ll <strong>find amazing local asparagus<\/strong>, fantastic cheeses, and in Malm\u00f6 you absolutely must try the country&#8217;s best cheap falafel. While locals swear by various meat and fish specialities led by herring, even without those you&#8217;ll discover plenty of wonderful flavours.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Set off to discover southern Sweden, full of white beaches, half-timbered towns and apple orchards. Here are 18 tips for places you&#8217;ll fall in love with thanks to how easy they are to reach.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":347723,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Ystad Sweden: 18 Things to See in Sk\u00e5ne (2026)","rank_math_description":"Discover Ystad, Sweden and the Sk\u00e5ne region with 18 tips \u2014 white beaches, half-timbered towns, Ales stenar and Wallander sites. 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