February in Småland is peaceful. The light is softer, the forests quieter, and the pace slower. It is a month that is often overlooked—but for those seeking nature, culture, and experiences without the summer crowds, it is a relaxing month to travel. At Smålandstorpet, we notice how many people appreciate the tranquility of winter. Days filled with fresh air and […]
Author Archives: Maria Haggård
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Feb
Feb
Winter swimming in Småland – a peaceful tradition close to nature Cold swimming has a long history in Sweden and is deeply rooted in Nordic culture. In Småland, the tradition lives on in the sea, lakes, and waterways – often in close interaction with the forest, silence, and the changing seasons. Winter swimming in Småland is not about performance, but about […]
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Jan
Jan
Åsnens National Park covers 1,873 hectares and is located in the municipalities of Alvesta and Tingsryd, not far from Växjö. Water dominates here – three quarters of the area consists of lakes, islands, and skerries. The landscape is flat and easy to walk on, but at the same time wild: old beech forests, marsh lakes, stone and boulder fields, forested islands and beaches where the forest often extends all the way […]