Hike with Smålandstorpet as your starting point—discover the authentic
There are many wonderful hiking trails in beautiful Småland; but here at Smålandstorpet, we offer something unique: our own hiking trails in our own forest. One of the things our guests appreciate most about staying here is the opportunity to start their hike right outside the door.
When you stay at Smålandstorpet, you don’t have to pack up the car to head out, look for a parking spot, and then hike along a popular trail with a crowd of people. The adventure begins the moment you step out the door!
From the farmyard, our own marked hiking trails lead you through the Småland countryside. You’ll pass forest lakes, old stone walls, and pastures.
This is a Småland that actually still exists—peaceful, authentic, and full of forests.
Why do our guests appreciate our hiking trails so much?
Many hiking trails start right next to a parking lot.
Ours start right where you live.
You can enjoy a leisurely breakfast on the patio, fill up a water bottle, and lace up your hiking boots. A few minutes later, you'll be out in the woods.
Here, hiking is easy and relaxing. You don't need to plan your day in detail or stick to any schedules. Take the shortest trail if you want a leisurely walk before lunch!
Many guests say that it is the freedom they appreciate the most.
Here, the experience begins the moment you step out of the house.
You won't need to use your car.
You don't have to worry about parking spaces.
You won't have to jostle with others.
Instead, you'll find vast forests, lakes, and moss-covered stone walls.
That's exactly how many people imagine Swedish nature.
And that's exactly the feeling we want to share with our guests. We use the hiking trails a lot ourselves!
Four Hiking Trails – Four Nature Experiences in Småland
We have prepared four different trails.
The green, blue, and red trails can be combined (starting from Smålandstorpet) to create a longer hike.
No matter which route you choose, you'll find peace and quiet, birdsong, and opportunities to enjoy nature.
Through the pine forest
The scent of a sun-warmed pine forest is something many people associate with a Swedish summer.
This trail winds through an old coniferous forest where tall pine trees dominate the landscape. The ground is covered with soft moss and blueberry bushes.
In late summer, there are often still blueberries to be found, and in the fall, the first mushrooms start to appear along the trail.
That's often when you realize just how quiet it can actually be.
Facts About the Trail
- Length: 4 .2 km
- Time: about 1 hour
- Color: Yellow
Around Lake Fällesjön
This is one of our most popular hikes!
The trail takes you around beautiful Lake Fällesjön, which lies in the middle of the forest.
In some sections, the trail runs close to the water, while in others it winds through the dense coniferous forests of Småland.
If you bring your camera, there are plenty of great photo opportunities along the way!
Many guests choose to bring coffee and pastries and sit down to enjoy the view of the lake.
There's no stress here.
Just nature.
Facts About the Trail
- Length: 6 .4 km
- Duration: about 1.5 hours
- Color: Red
- Can be combined with: Through the Old Forest and Across the Stream and Into the Forest
Across the stream and into the woods
This trail leads deep into the forest—and offers a varied landscape.
You'll pass small streams, old stone walls, forest trails, and quiet stretches of woodland where it sometimes feels as if you're completely alone in the Småland forest.
This is the section where you can experience the Småland wilderness.
If you're lucky, you might spot a roe deer, a few cranes, or a large moose in the distance.
Why not pack a backpack with a snack and enjoy a long break along the way?
This isn't a hike you want to rush through.
Facts About the Trail
- Length: 5 .4 km
- Time: about 1 hour
- Color: Green
- Can be combined with: Around Fällesjön, Through the Old Forest
- Please note: This leg does not start at Smålandstorpet
Through the Old Forest
The Blue Trail through the Old Forest is a hike full of variety. Here, you can experience the tranquility that characterizes the forests of Småland, while the trail offers diverse natural scenery and beautiful views.
The hike winds through an old pine forest where tall, gnarled pines have stood for a long time. The sun’s rays filter down between the trunks, creating a sense of calm that makes it easy to slow down.
The trail continues uphill over a few small hills where the terrain becomes more undulating. Here, the landscape opens up between the trees, and you get a sense of how the Småland forest landscape undulates. In late summer, blueberries and lingonberries are often found along the trail.
Toward the end, the trail leaves the dense forest and passes through a more open agricultural landscape with fields, pastures, and a few farms.
For those who want to go further, the trail connects to the Fällesjön loop, making it easy to combine both hikes into a longer hike through forests and lakeside scenery.
Facts About the Trail
- Length: 3.5 km
- Time: about 45 minutes
- Color: Blue
- Can be combined with: Around Fällesjön and Across the Stream and Into the Forest
The blue trail is perfect for a leisurely morning walk or a relaxing afternoon in nature.
Nature changes with the seasons
One of the great things about hiking in Småland is that the same trail feels different depending on when you hike it. The landscape changes from month to month, and of course, every season has its own charm.
Spring—the forest comes to life
When spring arrives, the forest fills with birdsong. The birch trees begin to bud, the ground turns green, and the first wood anemones appear.
The air feels fresh and crisp—and the temperature is often perfect for longer hikes.
It’s also a time when the trails are unusually quiet. Many people appreciate being able to enjoy nature almost entirely to themselves.
Summer—deep-green forests and long days
Summer is the classic hiking season.
The forest is at its greenest, and the long, light evenings mean you can head out even late in the day.
Lingonberry bushes spread out beneath the pine trees, and by late summer, the first berries are ripe.
After a summer hike, there are few things better than a swim or a sauna by Lake Fällesjön.
September – Our Favorite Month
If we had our way, September might just be the most beautiful month for hiking.
The summer heat often lingers even as the air becomes fresher.
The forest is slowly beginning to change color. The birch trees are turning golden yellow, and the beautiful heather is in bloom.
In addition, it's much quieter than during the height of summer.
For many of our guests, September is the perfect time to experience Småland!
Fall – Colors and Mushrooms
In the fall, the forest becomes a landscape bursting with color.
Yellow birches, reddish-brown blueberry bushes, and dark-green spruce trees create a stunning contrast.
It's also the time of year when many people take the opportunity to go mushroom hunting here along the forest roads.
Even if you don't pick mushrooms, the fall forest is a wonderful experience!
Wildlife Along the Trails
Småland is known for its vast forests and rich wildlife.
With a little luck, you might get to see:
- roe deer
- moose
- crane
- short-toed snake eagle
- spillkråka
- squirrel
- hare
Sometimes you only see the tracks—a moose track on the soft forest road or fresh roe deer tracks along the trail.
Coffee Break in the Woods
In Sweden, there's a word that's really important: fika.
Along our trails, there are many lovely spots where you can sit down for a while and enjoy a coffee break.
A cup of coffee, a sandwich, or maybe a cinnamon bun often tastes better out in nature.
You can borrow a backpack, a seat pad, and a thermos at Smålandstorpet; you can easily buy snacks in nearby Vaggeryd—perhaps at the lovely Vaggeryds Gårdscafé.
Many guests say that it was the break in the woods that was the highlight of their day.
Sitting by a small lake, listening to the wind, and just enjoying the peace and quiet.
A Perfect Day at Smålandstorpet
Wake up to the sound of birds singing.
Enjoy a peaceful breakfast on your own patio.
Pack your backpack with coffee and buns.
Select a hiking trail.
Spend a few hours outdoors in nature.
Come back to Smålandstorpet.
Relax in the wood-fired sauna down by the lake.
As evening falls, you sit on the deck while the sun slowly sets.
No stress.
No lines.
Just nature, silence, and time together.
Live close to nature and tranquility
To truly experience the authentic Småland, there’s something special about staying out in the countryside—close to the forest, the lakes, and the tranquility.
At the end of the gravel road, tranquility, nature, and those slow summer days you want to stay in a little longer.
Come discover Småland at your own pace here at Smålandstorpet🌿
