Småland & Astrid Lindgren - Sweden - Fernweh

Småland & Astrid Lindgren

A family-friendly tour through forests, lakes, and red cottages – the classic Swedish idyll. Theme parks, glassblowing studios, and tranquil nature make the region ideal for families. Unhurried, green, and full of childhood memories.

15 Days / 14 Nights

June–September

RV Friendly

6 Stopps

Why This Route?

Short stages, many activities, and typical Småland landscape – ideal for families with children.

Hidden Gems

Hidden swimming lake near Vimmerby
Forest rest area at Kosta

Itinerary

Stop 1 • 2 Nights

Älmhult

City

Rich in culture and history. Stunning nature and outdoors and Perfect for relaxed travel without rush.

Welcome to Älmhult, a small town in the heart of Småland that plays an unexpectedly large role in the world history of design. Here, where Ingvar Kamprad realized his vision, beats the heart of IKEA, making the place a pilgrimage destination for design lovers and fans of the Swedish lifestyle. Discover a town that preserves its roots in rural idyll while simultaneously radiating a modern, international atmosphere.

3 Sights

4 Restaurants

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Stop 2 • 2 Nights

Kosta

City

Rich in culture and history. Stunning nature and outdoors and Perfect for relaxed travel without rush.

Welcome to Kosta, the pulsating heart of Sweden's famous Glass Kingdom in Småland! Here, where creativity meets tradition, you'll dive into the fascinating world of glass art and experience firsthand how breathtaking masterpieces are created from molten mass. But Kosta offers more than just glass – it's a place that will enchant you with its unique blend of craftsmanship, nature experiences, and Scandinavian design.

4 Sights

2 Restaurants

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Stop 3 • 2 Nights

Kalmar

City

Rich in culture and history. Perfect for an exciting city trip.

An der Ostseeküste gelegen, beeindruckt Kalmar mit seinem imposanten Schloss, das einst Schauplatz der Kalmarer Union war, und seiner malerischen Altstadt.

5 Sights

6 Restaurants

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Stop 4 • 3 Nights

Öland

Sight

Perfect for unwinding and relaxation. For adventure seekers.

Die sonnenverwöhnte Insel Öland, über die Kalmarer Brücke erreichbar, ist bekannt für ihre einzigartige Alvarlandschaft und ihre zahlreichen Windmühlen.

5 Sights

4 Restaurants

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Stop 5 • 3 Nights

Vimmerby

City

Rich in culture and history. For adventure seekers.

Vimmerby ist untrennbar mit der weltberühmten Kinderbuchautorin Astrid Lindgren verbunden und zieht Familien aus aller Welt in ihre Heimatstadt.

3 Sights

4 Restaurants

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Stop 6 • 2 Nights

Jönköping

City

Perfect for an exciting city trip. Perfect for unwinding and relaxation.

Am südlichen Ende des zweitgrößten Sees Schwedens, des Vättern, gelegen, ist Jönköping bekannt für seine attraktive Uferpromenade und eine lebendige Stadtkultur.

5 Sights

5 Restaurants

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6 Stopps

Route Summary

Duration15 Days

Stops6 Places

TypeCulture

Best Time to GoJune–September