Visit the Island of Ven
Rent a bike and enjoy the natural beauty and historical quirks of the island of Ven, the most famous biking haunt in Skåne.
Events for food lovers in Skåne
If your mouth waters when someone mentions good food and great drinks, then come along to one of Skåne’s many food festivals and events.
Skåne’s best animal adventures
Take a porpoise-safari, try alpaca-trekking or visit the world’s biggest Scandinavian animal zoo. We've listed the most awesome places in Skåne where you can meet our four-legged and winged friends.
Outdoors & Adventure
Full of lush beech forests, peaceful countryside and a majestic coastline on three sides, Skåne is a natural playground. Go for hikes in our national parks, bike through yellow canola fields, go canoeing, kayaking, paragliding and much more.
Southeast
Southeast Skåne including Österlen is the county’s piece of paradise. Lose yourself in the romantic views over rolling fields, drop by a quaint farm shop to pick up fresh food, or stay in an idyllic fishing hamlet and enjoy fresh fish from the early morning catch.
Midsummer in Skåne
Outdoor food and a sun that never sets. Dancing around the maypole, eating strawberries and drinking schnapps. A traditional Skåne midsummer party is an experience that will stay with you well into the cold winter months.
Northwest
Northwest Skåne is a place of steep cliffs, spectacular caves, waves that whip off surfboards, and hilly wooded landscapes perfect for hiking. Or stroll around the local pottery shops and enjoy freshly harvested vegetables direct from the local farms.
Central Skåne
Enjoy the great outdoors in central Skåne. Stroll in beech forests, visit castles, fish, swim or canoe in the lakes. And see Scandinavian animals like brown bears, elk and wolves at Skåne’s Animal Park. There’s lots to see and do.
Biking in Skåne
With long, winding country roads and breath-taking scenery, Skåne in the south of Sweden offers a wide range of rewarding biking experiences. Whether you are a family looking for leisurely rides through beautiful landscapes, or an enthusiast setting out to break your personal speed record, Skåne is the perfect place for life on two wheels.
Great cafés in Skåne
Swedes call it 'fika', but you can call it that time of day you relax for a few minutes, put your feet up and enjoy great drinks served up in cool cafés and cosy gardens. From the first sip to that long-lasting tingle in your taste buds, you’ll enjoy every mouthful of great coffee on sale throughout the region.
Horse riding in Skåne
Equestrians from all over the world come to Skåne in southern Sweden to enjoy the beauty of the scenery and the region’s dramatic natural variety. This guide helps you plan your equestrian adventures and gives you tips on where to stay if you travel with your own horse or want to rent one.
Skåne – fabulous for foodies
There’s lots of fabulous food to choose from here, all made from the best produce Sweden has to offer. The whole region has undergone a food revolution, attracting some of the world’s best chefs who practice their craft and cook incredible meals for you enjoy.
Experience the Viking Age in Skåne
Skåne has some of the most important settlements of the Viking Age. Visit Sweden's only reconstructed Viking city, see famous rune stones, try the Viking market and watch fierce Viking battles.
Flea markets, vintage and antiquities in Skåne
In Skåne, vintage is not just a trend, it’s a lifestyle. Swedes have a habit of selling and donating old things instead of throwing them away, which means there are plenty of opportunities to make some unique finds.
In the footsteps of Kurt Wallander
Kurt Wallander is the fictional grumpy Swedish police officer with a bit of a drinking problem who is passionate about opera. Follow in the footsteps of this popular antihero around the idyllic town of Ystad.
Malmö
Skåne’s capital is all about culture, exciting cuisine, innovative architecture and a vibrant social scene. Spoil yourself in an area that has more pubs and restaurants per capita than anywhere else in Sweden.
Traditional Skåne cuisine
What will be your favourite Skåne dish? Spettekaka (pyramid cake), eel feasts, goose feasts, egg cake, or the many marinated herring dishes mixed with new tastes and influences?
Lund
The university town of Lund is a vibrant city of contrasts. It’s where you’ll meet some of the world’s smartest and innovative people among age-old cobblestone streets and half-timbered houses.
Surfing in Skåne
Why go to Australia or Hawaii when you can surf in south Sweden? Skåne features strong winds and playful waves, making this a popular meeting place for all kinds of surfers.
Southwest
Famous for its white beaches, crystal clear waters and quaint seaside villages along the coast, Southwest Skåne features open landscapes and views that stretch for miles. Add a reconstructed Viking settlement, thirteen golf courses within a short drive and you’re in for a great holiday.