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| Parks and nature reserves in Halmstad |
| If you want to get some exercise and fill lazy days with activities, there are many chances to explore the countryside. Right in the middle of the town there are large green spaces with jogging tracks, public footpaths and country parks, cycle paths and canoeing trip. Several are being renovated for people with disabilities. There are also a number of parks in Halmstad inviting relaxation and an outdoor life. |
Parks
In central Halmstad there are several inviting parks and green space. Below is a selection of these.
Picassoparken
This park is named after the designer of the Kvinnohuvud (Woman’s Head) statue, Pablo Picasso. It was sculpted by Carl Nesjar from Picasso’s instruction. The park is situated in the middle of Halmstad alongside Nissan’s eastern beach.
Picassoparken is a popular haunt on warm sunny days, when the park is full of sunbathers, picnickers and people playing games.
Kapsylparken
Kapsylparken is situated by the library along Nissastrand. The park first got the nickname "Bottle-top Park" because it was often used by “regular customers” of Östra Bryggeriet (Eastern Brewery). Nowadays Kapsylparken is the official name and is an established part of the library area.
Norre Katts park
Norre Katts park is situated between Nissan and Norre Port in central Halmstad. Amongst other things you can visit Kafé Rotundan, where you can sit down and enjoy a coffee and a bite to eat. |
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Nature reserves
Gushing waterfalls and overgrown airfields. Expansive swamps. Leafy deciduous forests. Steep mountain faces. Put on your hiking boots and discover a surprising side to Halmstad. Best of all: everything is nearby, so you can feel like a real adventurer, only to be back in your hammock moments later.
Simlångsdalen
Simlångsdalen, 17 km east of Halmstad, is an area of natural beauty, where the Fylle River forms a long and narrow series of lakes on its way to the sea. There are wonderful opportunities here to experience the great outdoors. The biggest passage grave in the Halland region, Tolarpsgraven, can be explored alongside Simlångsdalen. Not far away from here, the Fylle River flows over Tolarpsfallen (Tolarp Falls).
Trönninge ängar
The bird sanctuary Trönninge ängar (Trönninge Meadow) is a unique place where you can be at one with the birds without disturbing them. You don’t need to stand in a hide with strong binoculars, because bird life is all around you. Many migratory birds pass through this nationally-renowned bird watching area, and many species breed in the pastures and wetlands. There is also a platform close to the bushes and a bird watching tower with wonderful views.
Klapperstensfältet in Påarp
Klapperstensfältet (Klappersten Field) in Påarp, south of Halmstad, dates from the Iron Age and is the largest of its type in the Halland region, with over 200 cairns and stone circles. Also in this beautiful agricultural region is Eldsbergaåsen (Eldsberg Ridge) with its remarkable medieval church, the oldest parts of which date from the 13th century. The church hill provides a wonderful view of southern Halland. Just north of the graveyard is the mighty boulder and bird watching area of Skäret.
Danska fall
Danska fall (The Danish Falls) in Eriksköp Nature Reserve are dramatic, particularly after heavy rainfall in the spring and autumn. The water drops a total of 36 metres, at the precise spot where the Danish army is said to have fallen after the battle of Fyllebro in 1676. The Danish soldiers escaped via the bridge over the falls to get away from the Swedes. What they didn’t know was that the Swedes had weakened the bridge, which broke. Several Danes fell in and drowned – hence the name The Danish Falls. |
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Galgberget – Nature in the town
It’s calm on Galgberget (Gallows Mountain), even if the name hints at the history of the place. Footpaths, bridle paths and jogging tracks share this area amongst beech woods and mixed forests. With views of Laholm Bay and the centre of Halmstad, it can be lovely to take a breather on one of the park benches.
In the summer you can visit the open-air museum Hallandsgården – a ”mini-Skansen” – and in the café, situated in one of the old building, freshly-baked waffles are served. Be sure to also visit Utsiktstornet (Viewing Tower). |
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