Varbergs Kusthotell

Varberg Fortress

Varberg Fortress is one of the great tourist attractions and definitely worth a visit. Experience the fortress's 700-year history up close among cannonballs and dungeons. There are also many family activities at the museum, and in summer there are guided tours that show how life was at the fortress.

Varberg Fortress was built by the Danish Duke Jakob Nielsen in the late 13th century. The fortress therefore bears witness to the close ties that existed between Denmark and Sweden even then. In the early 1600s, the Danish king, Christian IV, rebuilt the fortress into a more modern defence system.

Port magazines

If you're interested in art or just curious, a mini break south of Stockholm is a great idea - here you can stop by the Hamnmagasinet art gallery, which is also located on the fortress grounds. Here you can see exhibitions of regional art and crafts. The building also houses a ceramics workshop, a glass foundry and a silversmith's, giving you the chance to get up close and personal with the craftsmen and artists.

The mill in Varberg

Go on a cheap family self-drive holiday to Bruket in Varberg, Sweden, which is definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. Here you can have fun with family or friends. There are bowling lanes, you can play darts or billiards while the kids have fun in the play area. Should you get hungry, there are several restaurants offering a wide and family-friendly selection of food. Find a cheap weekend break for the whole family at Risskov and explore Bruket in Varberg at your own pace.

Cold Bath House

In both summer and winter, you can take a refreshing dip at Kallbadhuset in Sweden, then relax in the sauna and enjoy the stunning views of the Kattegat. Find a cheap holiday at Risskov and enjoy a self-drive trip in Sweden. It is a unique experience. Walk down to the promenade and you can't miss the beautiful and legendary Kallbadhuset. So you are set for a beach holiday too, find a cheap summer holiday or winter holiday at Risskov.

Björnhults Golf Club

Take a self-drive holiday to Halland, Sweden and pack your golf clubs along for the ride. Halland has more than 30 golf clubs. Björnhults Golf Club is one of Halland's largest golf courses, with a beautiful and convenient location between Falkenberg and Varberg. Finish your round with a visit to the club's delightful restaurant. Find an active holiday with golf on the programme at Risskov.

Falkenberg

Falkenberg is a charming town with 25,000 inhabitants, where the oldest buildings date back to the 13th century. In summer, the town buzzes with activity, but the rest of the year can also be a pleasant experience. Many of the houses in the town are painted in cheerful colours.

Old town in Falkenberg

Falkenberg is an old town with roots in the early Middle Ages. Along the banks of the River Ätran, the town grew with Storgatan as its first street, and St. Laurentil Church was built as the town centre. The school, town hall, vicarage and square were all located near the church. This part of the city is now called the Old Town and also consists of beautiful wooden houses from the 19th century. In one of the old wooden houses you will find the Falkenberg County Museum. Here you can experience the development of the town from its early beginnings to the beginning of the 20th century through their beautiful, extensive collection.

Skrea Strand

In Falkenberg there are over 13 kilometres of sand beaches and another 40 kilometres of rocky beaches. The largest and most popular beach is the 2 kilometer long Skrea Strand, where you'll find a number of small restaurants and kiosks along the coast. The bathing huts on the beach date back to the early 1930s.