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Käringön, Smögen & Fjällbacka

Sweden has a lot to offer and Bohuslän in particular has a unique nature and a magnificent archipelago that is not difficult to be captivated by. Find a cheap weekend break for the whole family and discover the archipelago with its bare granite cliffs and small fishing villages that line the coast like pearls on a string. Visit Käringön in the far North Sea, for example. The island is only accessible by ferry as it is completely car-free.

Take a day trip to Smögen and stroll along the long Smögen Bridge at the old fishing port.

Or why not take a trip to the small fishing village of Fjällbacka and experience the place where Camilla Läckberg's famous detective stories unfold. Find a last minute hotel at Risskov and go on a self-drive holiday to Käringön, Smögen & Fjällbacka in Sweden.

Strömstad

In the spa town of Strömstad, the famous mud of the Kebal Gulf was diluted 230 years ago and its amazing healing power has since become the town's hallmark. Today, this beautiful town is well worth a visit.

If you're looking for some cosy shopping, the Gallerian Strömstad shopping centre is located in the heart of Strömstad town centre.

The city has several beautiful churches that should definitely be visited. Strömstad Church was built between 1817 and 1820. Another church to see is Skee Church, which is one of Bohuslän's oldest churches, built in granite, back in the 12th century.

Blomsholm's Pasture

Go on an exciting family holiday and self-drive trip to Strömstad on the Swedish west coast. If you're interested in history, the area is also a great place for a cheap break. It's definitely worth a visit! Just north of Strömstad is Blomsholms Säteri (Seat Farm), which boasts Bohuslän's largest ship burial and largest stone burial, as well as several other graves. Find a cheap family holiday at Risskov and discover Blomsholms Säteri, Strömstad on the Swedish west coast.

Smögen Whisky

Visit Smögen's own whisky producer! Since 2009, they have been producing genuine malt whisky from the west coast of Bohuslän, inspired by the sea. Open to visitors, you'll find Smögen Whisky just about a kilometer north of Smögen.

South Costa and Kosterhavet National Park

On South Koster - one of the islands in the Koster archipelago off the coast of Strömstad - lies Kosterhavet National Park. It's Sweden's first marine national park and there's plenty to explore underwater. See, for example, football sponges, arm-foots, pipefish and cold-water corals. There are local ferry departures from Strömstad that will take you out to the Koster archipelago.

Kosterhavet Nature Centre

Naturum Kosterhavet is an information centre with an exhibition, interactive stations, film screenings and a shop, located at Ekenäs jetty on the island of Sydkoster. Here you can learn about the Kosterhavet National Park and its wildlife, above and below the surface. There is also a petting zoo where you can see and feel some of the animals that live in the Kosterhavet.

Admission to the Naturum is free.

Sandö

Sandö is part of a nature reserve in Smögen. Here you can swim on the beautiful natural sandy beach, hike, jog, fish or explore the rich birdlife. Another popular attraction is the Hällmark landscape with its inspiring sculptures. From here you also have a great view of the area and the beautiful landscape.

Ark of the North

Take a trip to one of Bohuslän's most popular attractions. Nordens Ark is a zoo with more than 80 of the world's endangered animals. The beautiful scenery and the opportunity to see animals such as wolves, snow leopards and the great Amur tiger make the park an ideal place for an outing where the whole family can have fun and enjoy themselves.

Smögens Harbour

The port of Smögen began to be used as early as the 16th century, and its importance grew as the years went by. During the last herring period (1877-1905), the port developed into a very important centre for fishing exports, with extensive trade in Europe. Warehouses and salt works sprang up at the bridges and many of them still stand today. After this period, the port increasingly developed into a bathing area and guest harbour. Today, the port of Smögen has the status of one of the most popular ports in the Nordic region. It is also home to one of Sweden's few fish auctions, which is well worth a visit. Enjoy the delights of the sea at the nearby restaurants.

Hållö

On a car holiday in the southwest of Sweden in summer, you can take a boat trip from Smögen to Hållö. The boat leaves the harbour every half hour. Hållö is a nature reserve with beautiful granite cliffs that are perfect for a beach holiday or a nature holiday. Also visit Hållö Lighthouse, where many dramatic events took place during wartime. For example, a Swedish cargo ship was hijacked by the Germans in the autumn of 1939.

Torreby Slot og Golf Klub

Grab the opportunity to play 18 holes on the beautiful course at Torreby Golf Club. Torreby Castle is Bohuslän's only castle and playing on this course is definitely an experience. After a round, you can enjoy a nice meal in the beautiful castle.

Backa carvings

If you're interested in Sweden's bygone days, you should definitely pay a visit to Backa! At Backa outside Brastad you will find one of Sweden's largest rock carvings. Backa was an important religious centre, especially in the Early Bronze Age. This has been deduced from the many carved stones and motifs found in the area. The most famous of all the carvings along this road is the so-called Shoemaker, a six foot human figure. The carvings are traces of the people who lived and worked here 3,000 years ago. 

Röe Farm

At Röe Gård you can enjoy good food and a quiet moment. You can visit the cosy shop where you will find ceramics, textiles, food, sweets, soap, nostalgic toys and much more.

There are also several nature experiences nearby. From the farm it is only 500 meters to the salt water of Åbyfjorden, and three different routes to walk. There are great opportunities for rock climbing and hiking, as well as a large playground and a medieval castle nearby.

Uddevalla Golf Klub

If you like to play golf, then you should go try out Uddevalla Golfklub's course. Here you will find 18 holes located in the beautiful nature near the Swedish west coast.