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- Simstadion Brottet – Grötvik
Simstadion Brottet – Grötvik
This stretch of Prins Bertil’s Trail winds through a dramatic coastal landscape with cliffs, small bays, and views of the open sea. Along the way, you’ll pass historical landmarks and peaceful natural areas—always close to the water.
Of course, you can walk the trail in either direction. Here, we’ve listed sights and activities along the stretch from Simstadion Brottet to Grötvik.
Distance
This section is 5 km long and takes approximately 60 minutes to walk.
The hub: Simstadion Brottet Opens in new window.
Brottet was created because stone was needed for the piers at the mouth of the Nissan River. In 1837, stone cutting began here at Kolhallsklippan. Over time, the quarry filled with water and quickly became a popular swimming spot. This was the beginning of today’s Simstadion Brottet—or just “Brottet,” as many locals call it.
Örnäsudden External link, opens in new window.
Örnäsudden is known for the Battle of Nissan—one of the largest naval battles of the Viking Age. It took place on August 10, 1062, between Norway’s King Harald Hardrada and Denmark’s King Sweyn Estridsson. The Danish fleet of 300 sailing ships was defeated by the Norwegian fleet, which had only about half as many ships. You can listen to the story of the Viking battle at halmstadstories.se. External link, opens in new window.
Vita bandet beach External link, opens in new window.
The popular beach below the trail, called Vita bandet External link, opens in new window. (The White Ribbon), is named after a women’s temperance group that had a summer home here for the wives of alcoholics. Vita Bandet is the world’s largest women’s organization. It was founded in 1873 in the United States as part of the “Women’s Crusade” against alcohol abuse.
The hub: Grötvik
About five kilometers outside Halmstad, on the way to Tylösand, you’ll find Grötvik – a charming marina with a rich stonecutting history. It’s also a hotspot for rock climbing and wakeboarding.
Next Section
The stretch from Grötvik to Tylösand offers a scenic hike where sea meets cliffs and sand dunes. You’ll enjoy stunning views of the Kattegat, wind-shaped pine trees, and a varied coastal landscape.