Ryfors old forest – Hike in a quiet and timeless world There are places that are unlike anything else. Places where it feels as if time moves slower, where every step takes you deeper into stillness and awe. Ryfors old forest, just three kilometers from Mullsjö and just over an hour from Smålandstorpet, is one such […]
Daily Archives: May 27, 2025
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The Shoemaker's Chamber – a legend, a secret, a piece of Småland history In the middle of the Småland landscape, among moss-covered boulders and rippling water, lies the Shoemaker's Chamber – a cave-like place on the slopes of the Hästgångsån River, where history and myth are woven together in a story as magical as the terrain itself. For those who live on Smålandstorpet and are looking […]
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Smålandsleden – hike in the heart of Småland with Smålandstorpet as your starting point. Hiking in Småland is like stepping straight into a storybook. Deep forests, lakes, red cabins and all the wild life – all this and more can be found along Smålandsleden, one of Sweden’s most extensive and varied trail systems. For those of you who live in […]
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Taberg and Tabergstoppen – a magnificent excursion from Smålandstorpet When you stay at Smålandstorpet, in the middle of the tranquility of Småland, you are close to many of Småland’s most beautiful and interesting nature experiences. One of our absolute favorites – and something we often recommend to our guests – is a visit to the mighty mountain Taberg and the […]
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Discover Tabergsgruvan – Småland’s underground adventure In the middle of the Småland landscape, just south of Jönköping, rises a mountain with a heart of iron – literally. Tabergsgruvan is not only a historical site, but a living experience for those curious about both the wonders of nature and human history. From Smålandstorpet it takes just over an hour […]
Tomtabacken – stand on the roof of Småland and look out over the landscape In the middle of the Småland highlands, where the forests spread out in all directions and the horizon feels endless, rises Tomtabacken – the highest point in Götaland and Småland. At 377 meters above sea level, the place is not only a geographical highlight but also a symbol of […]
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Vandalorum – art, design and nature in the heart of Småland For those of you who live in Smålandstorpet and are looking for a day trip that combines culture, aesthetics and tranquility, Vandalorum in Värnamo is a place not to be missed. Here – amidst fields and granite hills – stands an architectural masterpiece that houses world-class art exhibitions, design from […]
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Hiking tips in the local area - your guide to nature-based experiences For those traveling without children and looking for quiet, inspiring and beautiful hiking experiences in Jönköping County - welcome! From moss landscapes on Store Mosse to ravines on the slopes of Lake Vättern, there is a hike for every taste. And best of all? When you book accommodation at Smålandstorpet [...]
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Discover Åsnens National Park – a Småland wilderness adventure near Smålandstorpet Stepping into Åsnens National Park is like opening a door to another world. Here, tranquility, birdsong and a landscape shaped by nature itself over centuries await. Just a short drive from Smålandstorpet you will be greeted by one of Sweden’s most captivating national parks – […]
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Close encounters with moose and deer – a day trip to Skullaryds elk park When you stay at Smålandstorpet, you are in the heart of the Småland tranquility. Here, life is slow, the scents of the forest are intense and the nights are still. But just a short drive away, just outside Eksjö, an unexpected encounter awaits: a moose safari in Skullaryds elk park […]
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Gränna and Visingsö – a timeless journey from Smålandstorpet There are places that carry a special magic – those where the wings of history meet the quiet power of nature. From Smålandstorpet it takes just over an hour to reach two such gems: Gränna and Visingsö. Together they form one of Sweden’s most atmospheric destinations, where ruins, […]
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Lyngemadssjöns Nature Reserve – a Småland gem to discover Welcome to Lyngemadssjöns Nature Reserve – a place where the beating of history meets still waters, ancient pine trees and the silent presence of nature. Here, deep in the forests of Småland, a 165-hectare nature reserve spreads out – just thirty kilometers south of Jönköping. For those looking for a relaxing excursion […]