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Do & See The guide was updated: 2024-01-22

In Skövde, there's a lot to experience if you give yourself a little time. Museums, art, nature, everything depends on your interests. Skövde also offers calming activities like a spa at Arena Skövde, action-packed adventures and everything in between.

Arena Skövde

Arena Skövde

Arena Skövde is a versatile multi-facility where you can exercise, swim, and unwind all conveniently under one roof. Beyond recreational amenities, Arena Skövde transforms into a dynamic arena suitable for elite-level sports, international championships, concerts, fairs, and bowling.

Skövde Cultural Centre

Skövde Cultural Centre

Interested in culture? Then you are in the right place! Skövde was the first town in Sweden to have a real Cultural Centre that assembles a theatre, an art gallery, a museum of art, a library, and a cinema. At the theatre, for example, you can see anything from local productions to beloved Swedish artists, comedians, and international guests.

Silverfallet

Silverfallet

At the nature reserve Silverfallet-Karlsfors, an impressive waterfall pours down over the rocks. The falls are most popular in the spring when the water level is at its highest. The area is rich in rare flora and perfect for a Sunday outing. You can also see remains from the biggest alum operation in Skaraborg, which was abandoned in 1856.

Askeberga Stone Ship

Askeberga Stone Ship

In Askeberga, near Tidan, lies one of Sweden's intriguing mysteries—an impressive stone monument featuring 24 large stones arranged in an oval shape. Amidst medieval estates and churches in the affluent past, the purpose of these stones is uncertain—perhaps a market, parliament, or religious site. This mystery continues to defy explanation, leaving Askeberga's true purpose shrouded in history.

Helénsparken

Helénsparken

In the heart of Skövde, Helénsparken is a charming green oasis featuring a playground and quaint shops housed in historic red cottages. The park boasts a stage occasionally used for local events, and within its grounds stands Helénstugan, Skövde's oldest building. Believed to have been constructed in the early 18th century, Helénstugan is a residential gem that survived the significant town fire of 1759, making it a unique testament to Skövde's history. Named after its last inhabitants, Lotta and Petter Helén, the cabin preserves a piece of the town's architectural heritage.

Balthazar Science Center

Balthazar Science Center

Balthazar Science Center is a dynamic science museum for hands-on learning and fun for all. Visitors can engage in interactive experiments, solve riddles in the lab, enhance mathematical skills in Mathbazare and Braingymnasium, and unleash creativity in the Makershop and LEGO-fort. Exciting activities include measuring water strength and exploring the Smart factory in Virtual Reality.

Vaholms Brohus

Vaholms Brohus

Vaholms Brohus is a covered bridge which leads over the river Tidan. Allegedly, it was built in the 18th century and is probably the only covered bridge in the entire country. It was renovated in 1992 after being close to a collapse. The bridge is located on the lands of the old farm Vaholm, which received its name in 1736.

Vallevägen - The world's most beautiful road

Vallevägen - The world's most beautiful road

In this beautiful landscape with small lakes, flowing fields of gold, pasture land and hardwood forests you can drive around, hike, or rent a bike and experience the six nature reserves. You can also visit artists and craftsmen along the way, or why not stay overnight at one of the cosy accommodations in the area? Below you'll find a few tips on what to see and do: - The Silver Falls (Silverfallet) The waterfall of Silverfallet is situated in the middle of the area. It is most popular during the spring but is beautiful all year round with unique fauna, nice walking tracks, and picnic spots. - Öglunda Caves and Jättadalen Carved beneath colossal fallen stone blocks, the Öglunda caves showcase captivating formations, including free-standing pillars of dolerite. These unique hollows, caves, and pillars are a distinctive feature adorning the dolerite slopes throughout Billingen. Jättadalen, a gorge sculpted by a meandering stream, is embraced by steep mountain walls. Stand atop the precipitous cliffs of Jättadalen, and you'll be treated to a breathtaking panorama of Vallebygden, stretching all the way to the majestic Kinnekulle. - Hiking in Valle In the area, there are a lot of walking tracks that take you around and in between the many small lakes. The map is available at the Skövde Tourist office.

Lake Hornborga

Lake Hornborga

Beautifully located at the foot of the mountain Billingen, Lake Hornborga is one of the most important bird lakes in Europe, attracting large quantities of visitors, both birds and humans, every year. In the spring, you can see the famous crane dance, and during the rest of the year, there are a lot of other unique bird species to watch.

Vallby Sörgården Cultural Reserve

Vallby Sörgården Cultural Reserve

Vallby Sörgården Cultural Reserve in Tidan is a unique living reminder of traditional 19th-century Swedish farming communities. This cultural reserve encompasses a well-preserved home, farm buildings, and a living agricultural landscape. Maintaining its 19th-century charm, the house, renovated in the 1910s, remains largely unchanged with original decor and equipment intact. During spring, summer and autumn you can join in on activities such as threshing and mowing the crops.

Stella's Playland

Stella's Playland

Stella's Playland promises a fun-filled day for kids of all ages. The play area features a suspension bridge, trampolines, cycle tracks, and climbing walls. For the little ones, there's a dedicated section equipped with a ballpool and multiple slides.

Aspö Gård

Aspö Gård

Located in the residential district of Aspö, just a couple of kilometres from the centre of Skövde, Aspö Gård is a lovely urban farm where you can meet animals, take a Swedish fika at the farm café, or play on the obstacle course.

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