Celebrate the New Year in peace and quiet. Do you dream of a different kind of New Year’s celebration? Perhaps a New Year’s without big parties, crowds, and a bunch of “must-dos.” A New Year’s where you have time for each other, cook a really delicious dinner, and wake up on New Year’s Day surrounded by the forest and nature. At Smålandstorpet, in the heart of the Småland forest, […]
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Oct.
Oct.
Spas, long lunches, art, the forest, and some of our own November favorites November may not have the best reputation of the twelve months of the year. It gets dark early, the leaves have fallen, and Christmas hasn’t quite started yet. But we actually enjoy this time of year in Småland. The forest grows quieter, the pace slows down, and […]
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Oct.
Oct.
Our Top Tips As fall turns to winter, Christmas markets begin to pop up all over Småland. Historic settings are filled with lanterns, artisans sell pottery, sheepskin, and woodcrafts, and the air is filled with the scent of mulled wine, saffron buns, and fir branches. If you’re staying with us at Smålandstorpet, there are several lovely Christmas markets within about an hour’s drive—and a few a little farther away […]
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Oct
Oct
A Romantic Weekend in Småland – 11 Tips: Forest romance, time for two, and a couple of days away from everyday life. What really makes a weekend romantic? Rose petals on the bed, sparkling champagne, or a dinner for two at a really nice restaurant? Or maybe something much simpler: getting away together, closing the door on everyday life, and enjoying a […]
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Sep
Sep
Here you’ll find our top tips for things to do in Småland in October. October is one of our favorite months in Småland. The forest changes color, the air grows clearer, and the evenings grow darker, but fall doesn’t have to mean just forest walks, mushrooms, and quiet days in the countryside. In October, there’s also plenty going on at theaters, museums, markets, and […]
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Sep
Sep
Seven Excursions for Those Who Want to Discover More of Småland The great thing about staying at Smålandstorpet is that nature begins right outside your door. Here, you can lace up your hiking boots after breakfast and head straight out onto our own trails through the forest. But there’s also plenty to discover a little further away. Within […]
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Sep
Sep
Seven Fall Outings for Those Who Want to Discover More of Småland Fall in Småland! The forest is beginning to change color, the air is getting clearer, and the pace is slowing down a bit. It’s a wonderful time to go hiking and take short trips to farm stands, flea markets, and coffee shops. A great fall day in Småland might involve a longer hike, but it could also […]
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Sep
Sep
A Perfect Fall Weekend A weekend in Småland doesn’t have to be packed with plans. Two days can go a long way when the forest starts right outside your door, breakfast can take its time, and the biggest decision of the day is which hiking trail to choose—or whether you dare to take a dip in the lake after the sauna. A weekend for two becomes […]
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May
May
Summer in Småland There’s something special about Småland when you get to experience it in peace and quiet. The winding gravel roads through the forest. The morning mist over the lake. The scent of pine forests on a warm summer day and evenings that never quite seem to end. For many adults today, vacation isn’t about cramming in as much as possible — […]
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May
May
Vaggeryds Gårdscafé – homemade coffee & rural charm in Småland 📍 Vaggeryds Gårdscafé Vaggeryds gård 56791 Vaggeryd, Sweden Are you looking for a place where homemade meets homely – and where the coffee tastes extra good in a rural setting? Then Vaggeryds Gårdscafé is a must. Just a few minutes from central Vaggeryd you will find this charming café that […]
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May
May
The Match Museum in Jönköping - a sparkling history in wood Just a stone's throw from the southern shore of Lake Vättern, in a beautiful wooden building from 1848, lies something as unique as the world's only match museum. Here, in the heart of Jönköping, the safety match was born - and with it a whole new way of making fire. From dangerous sparks to global industry [...]
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April
April
Are you looking for a day out in Småland that offers both history, nature and tranquility? At Åsens village you will encounter a living cultural reserve where you can experience what life in the Småland countryside was like over a hundred years ago. A stop that is perfect for you […]
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April
April
Discover Gränna! Are you looking for things to do in Gränna? This charming small town at the eastern shore of the Lake Vättern is a must-see when you're on holiday in Småland. Whether you're staying at Smålandstorpet, travelling through the region or planning a day trip from Jönköping – the town offers a unique combination of nature, history and […]