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Wineries in Skåne – 3 gems Kullahalvön

On Kullahalvön Meet the sea, the sun and the wind, row after row of vines. Join us at three Skåne vineyards that deliver world-class experiences and taste sensations.

Attractions in Skåne – 20 places you must visit

Discover 20 of my favorites among all the attractions in Skåne – from white-sand beaches and dramatic cliffs to castles, vineyards and islands. Here are the places you don't want to miss on your next trip!

Autumn hike in Skåne – Discover Mölledammarna in autumn colors

Discover Mölledammarna outside Billesholm – Peaceful forest, glowing autumn colors and historic paths for a pleasant walk.

Kjugekull nature reserve – Bumlingar, bouldering and golden beech forest

Experience Kjugekulls nature reserve and the giant boulders – a lovely area for both hiking and bouldering.

Åbjär nature reserve in autumn

The fog hangs heavy amidst the golden beech trees, casting a mystical glow in Åbjär Nature Reserve, just outside Kristianstad. In the autumn season, this reserve reveals its most enchanting beauty.

Djurholmen walking area – From Djurholma Mossen to the gorge at Århultsbäcken

In the middle of Hallandsåsen's untouched nature, the Djurholmen hiking area offers contrasts between raised bogs and ravines in two nature reserves - Djurholmamossen and Århultsbäcken.

3 pleasantries in Landskrona - Skåne

We spent a late summer day in Landskrona, a city we had previously only passed through. After a lovely lunch at Kvarteret Erikstorp, we visited the historic Landskrona Citadel and ended the day at the beach bar Lock Stock & Barrel. Three simple pleasures.

Cycle on Ven – A Scanian classic on yellow steel horses

With a dog basket on the rental bike and a lunch bag in the backpack, we start cycling around Ven. A lovely day trip with stops at, among other things, several farm shops and a distillery.

Hike Kullaleden SL5 – Family hike along Kullaberg's steep cliffs

One of the most beautiful stretches along the Kullaleden can be experienced on a shorter round trip for the whole family, with plenty of stops for coffee, swimming, lunch and ice cream.

Hovs hallar - Cliffs and sea on the Bjäre Peninsula - Skåne

On the northern Bjäre coast you will meet Hovs hallars raw waves and windswept cliffs. A hike here along the Skåneleden combines nature, history and spectacular views – perfect for those who want to experience Skåne beyond beaches and cities.

Experience Kullaberg - 9 exciting activities at Kullaberg for the whole family - Skåne

Wild and beautiful Kullaberg in northwestern Scania is a paradise for nature and animal experiences. Here are my nine best tips for activities at Kullaberg for the whole family!

Bjäre peninsula - 6 tasty tips among cafes, wineries and farm shops - Skåne

The Bjäre peninsula is so much more than Båstad, tennis and fine golf courses. Here are six of my most flavorful favorites in Scania's northwesternmost corner - from cafes to farm shops and a unique winery.

Ivö klack nature reserve – 134 meters of primeval rock on Skåne's largest island

Ivö klack is a nature reserve on a 134-meter-high primeval mountain on Scania's largest island - Ivö. Hike in the present in the beech forest or travel 60 million years back in time and look for fossils in one of Sweden's fossil-richest places.

Ivögården - The small vineyard with the big experience - Skåne

Vineyard, restaurant and farm hotel all in one Ivögården if you think holistically and locally grown, even about the wine! Come along to Sweden's smallest commercial vineyard.

Åhus Seaside – Resort feeling by the sea – Skåne

Åhus Seaside offered a really cozy mini-weekend with both spa, great food and lots of fresh sea air.

Helsingborg - 7 beautiful restaurants, cafes and bars - Skåne (2022)

Helsingborg is one of Sweden's most restaurant-dense cities and the city has plenty of really good places for the whole family! Here are my seven favorites for a nice hangout - everything from microbreweries to French bistros and coffee spots.

From hut to castle around Kristianstad - Skåne

Skåne is Sweden's most castle-dense landscape, and castle towers can be seen on the horizon almost as often as church towers. Join us from hut to castle around Kristianstad!

9 wonderful nature experiences around Kristianstad - Skåne

In Skåne there is plenty of nature and beautiful places for hiking, swimming and recreation. Here are my nine favorites among all the nature experiences around Kristianstad - from spring onion paradise to waterfalls!

Arild - The steep little fishing village at Kullaberg - Skåne

Where the waves of Skälderviken roll in over Kullahalvöns northern coast is nature at its wildest and most beautiful. Here lies the small fishing village of Arild, named one of Europe's secret gems. And I can't help but agree.

Cozy cafes in Scania – 11 favorites (2022)

Among rape fields and beech forests, you will find lots of cozy cafes in Skåne. Here are 12 of my favourites, from all corners of Skåne.

Eating and coffee around Kristianstad - My 5 favorites (2022) - Skåne

In Scania's north-eastern corner, it is absolutely bubbling with taste experiences! Here are five hot tips for eating and coffee around Kristianstad - everything from a fantastic dinner to an abundance of chocolate!

Farm shops on Kullahalvön- 11 favorites around Höganäs - Skåne

There are plenty of farm shops on Kullahalvön which sells locally grown vegetables, fruit and its products. Here you will find my favorites among apple cider, sea buckthorn, asparagus and much, much more.

The Vault Hotel in Helsingborg - The banking palace that has become glamorous - Skåne

From the rose-soaked gate to the velvet-clad room with curtains fluttering in historical winds from the Core. The hotel experience at The Vault in Helsingborg is a real highlight!

Sights on Österlen - 14 tips and favorites - Skåne

There are lots of sights on Österlen, in my list I have collected my 14 favorites. If a vacation week is enough for all these treats? Hardly!

Coffee on Kullahalvön - 7 cozy cafes you shouldn't miss - Skåne

Kullahalvön offers wonderfully classic bakeries and patisseries. Large raspberry caves, toscat cake and spit cake - you'll find it here! Join my favorites for a coffee at Kullahalvön!

Skäret to Arild – Raukar at sunset along the Kullaleden – Skåne

On the Kullaleden in the scenic area between Skäret to Arild, you prefer to walk at sunset, in a light that has attracted artists to the area since the middle of the 19th century.

Josefinelust - Discover Kullaberg's finest bay - Skåne

Kullaberg's northern coast is Kullahalvöns dramatic side. Here you are met by steep cliffs and hilly terrain that over the years have met the sculpting waves of Skälderviken. Almost at the end of the Kullaberg nature reserve you will find Josefinelust, an enchantingly beautiful pebble beach surrounded by turquoise sea and steep cliffs.

Restaurants on Kullahalvön - My 10 favorites - Skåne

On Kullahalvön in northwestern Skåne are some of Sweden's hottest restaurants. Tune in to my ten favorites!

Visit Nimis on Kullaberg - The place that is not on the map - Skåne

Nimis on Kullaberg is something as strange as a controversial black building, a work of art in a nature reserve and a life-threatening climbing position - all at once. Visit at your own risk with good shoes and a big pinch of caution, but be prepared to be surprised and delighted!

Norrvikens gardens in Båstad - The secret garden - Skåne

On the Bjäre Peninsula outside Båstad is located Norrvikens gardens. One man's dream that became an exotic and magical park with miles-wide views of Laholmsbukten.

Attractions in Åhus – My 9 favorites

Experience Åhus – the pearl of northeastern Skåne by Hanö Bay! Beaches, nature reserves, history, local eateries and charming cafes await.

The priest's bathtub - Sand volcano on Österlen - Skåne

Just outside the fishing village of Vik på Österlen, lies a unique natural phenomenon. The priest's bathtub. Remains of an ancient sand volcano. A volcano? In Scania? And did we really get it right?

Hike Äspet around Skåneleden SL6 – Åhus – Skåne

One of Skåneleden's newest hiking trails SL6 starts in Åhus and goes through the Äspet nature reserve. A stretch that offers both rugged sand dunes and enticing sea bathing.

Eating and coffee in Åhus - Four tips for all seasons - Skåne

Åhus is a popular seaside resort during the summer, but the city is at least as interesting for a cozy weekend trip with good food all year round. Here are four really good tips for eating and coffee in Åhus!

5 attractions in Lund - My favourites

The student city. One of Sweden's oldest cities. City of Roses. The cycling city. After a week in Lund, I can probably also add "One of Sweden's most beautiful cities" to the list. For Lund - that's nice! Here are my favorites among all the attractions in Lund!

Stenshuvud National Park – Where the waves meet Österlen - Skåne

Stenshuvud National Park is best known for its white sandy beach, but the national park has more to offer. Hike to viewpoints or stroll barefoot in the soft sand. Or just enjoy the sea and the light.

The hop loop around Ivösjön - Skåne

Just north of Kristianstad is Skåne's largest lake Ivösjön. We set out on a journey of discovery along the 5 mile long road "Humleslingan" and discovered apple orchards, lovely nature, good food and lots of history.

Farm shops on Österlen - 10 favorites - Skåne

One thing I love about Skåne is all the farm shops Österlen. Everything from chocolate pralines to flowers, applesauce to mustard. Here are my ten favorites!

Söderåsen National Park – Hiking in a golden ravine – Skåne

During autumn, Söderåsen National Park shows its most beautiful side. Our visit was a truly memorable walk through golden book halls and a moss-covered fire-colored ravine.

Autumn break on Österlen - Skåne

One more last minute Österlen? Yes, it was actually a lovely (but unplanned) autumn holiday in Sweden's Provence!

Bäckaskog castle - Where the angels sang the loudest - Skåne

It is said that the Bäckaskog monastery was built "where the angels sang the loudest". We took an autumn walk in the castle park at Bäckaskog castle to not only catch the 800-year-old winds of history - but maybe even see a ghost or two...

Linnérundan - Family-friendly hiking in the Water Kingdom in Kristianstad - Skåne

In the middle of Kristianstad, you can go hiking Linnérundan in the Kingdom of Water - a protected biosphere area that not only has a very varied nature, but is also home to almost a fifth of all of Sweden's threatened species.

Haväng – Among sheep and Stone Age rocks on Österlen - Skåne

Can you get to know a place just by a song's lyrics? After walking across the windswept meadows at Haväng, I'm prepared to believe so.

Brösarp's slopes - Hiking where Skåne's hills meet Österlen

Brösarp's slopes are for many the very image of Österlen. We have hiked the blue trail over the northern slopes and encountered not only undulating landscapes but also a slightly too close reptile.

The More Hotel – Stylish apartment hotel in Lund - Skåne

The More Hotel is a stylish and fresh apartment hotel in central Lund, close to the whole of Scania. We stayed here for 8 days and had a great time!

Kullaberg Nature Reserve – Scania's wildest side

In northwestern Scania are the wild and beautiful Kullaberg. Here in the Kullaberg nature reserve, you will not only find rocks that look like they are on the High Coast, but also the occasional porpoise.

Sofiero Castle – The fairy tale garden in the shadow of the ravine

Experience Sofiero Castle when the early summer sun of Skåne brings thousands of rhododendrons to life. Here you will be greeted by a sea of ​​blooming rhododendrons, fairytale forests, babbling brooks and panoramic views of the Sound.

Bosjökloster - A photo story among roses, towers and old oaks - Skåne

Skåne has many beautiful castles and manors, but this summer I visited the fairytale castle Bosjökloster for the first time. Or as I should really call it - a fairytale monastery.

Eel fishermen outside Åhus - Scanian fishing history and eel fishing

My visit to the area's eel fishermen at Tvillingaboden south of Åhus offered not only a perfect beach, but also a lesson in the history of eel fishing.

Forsakar Ravine – Among giants and waterfalls – Skåne

Waterfall in Skåne? Yes! In Forsakar nature reserve there is not only a magical gorge, but also two of Skåne's highest waterfalls.

Weekend in Kristianstad - Skåne

This weekend I went on a press trip with Kristianstad municipality and got to discover several of the municipality's gems.

Snälltåget or SJ? Which option was the best between Malmö and Stockholm?

Train between Malmö and Stockholm? SJ express train, Snälltåget or SJ Intercity? Which train wins the battle?

Skanör - Sweden's answer to Florida

Skanör - these white, shallow beaches with the little pastel-colored beach huts! It's almost like a Florida beach, complete with lifeguard houses!

Autumn on Österlen - A photo trip - Skåne

Between mist-shrouded fields and spring-green meadows, I and the camera met Österlen.