Halmstad
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Halmstad
Like a big city in a more convenient format! Halmstad’s rhythm pulsates all year round. The summer town with fresh, salt-water swimming, hectic entertainment in Tylösand, exciting activities for all the family, several golf courses and vibrant cultural life. Add to that the rich food tradition with salmon and sea food. A real smörgåsbord for both body and soul!Find your trip
Beside the well known beach of Tylösand, there are 21 beaches along the 45 kilometre long coastline. The only school of lifeguards in the Nordic countries is located at Tylösand, where 60 lifeguards are trained annually. Lifeguards patrol the beaches during the summer. Disability adapted bathing places are located in Tylösand and Östra stranden (The Eastern beach). Inland you find bathing places among many of the lakes.
In the hometown of Gyllene Tider and Roxette, there is a constant stream of entertainment. At Simstadion Brottet, concerts are set with the sea as a backdrop. Hallandsgården holds sing-alongs, and Norre Katts Park’s musicians and poets perform on Kafé Rotundan's small stage. Live music can be heard from pubs and rock stages. During the International Street Festival, the whole town becomes one big stage and Nolltrefem is a culture centre for young people, often visited by well-known performers on their way up. At Halmstad Teater (theatre), the auditorium fills with expectant audiences eager to see exciting productions and interesting lectures. The programme is packed with visiting performers, and local talents offer music, theatre, variety shows, dance and musicals. Halmstad Arena is the place to be if you prefer bigger shows, sports events and exhibitions. Let your hair down to the resident orchestra or relax at one of the many outdoor cafes and restaurants. Maybe you prefer a turn on the dance floor to a dance band in Västerhagen or a gospel concert in Gullbranna? Throughout July, the festival spirit begins when the sun is still high in the sky, and après beach at Solgården in Tylösand is a classic, to say the least.
The 'City Farmhouse' Olofstorp is a popular oasis for the whole family. Find Swedish animals, nature hikes, BBQ-areas and much more just east of town.
Welcome to a world of history from a military point of view. At the Garrison Museum you find historical objects, uniforms, weapons, local and global stories, as well as human destinies! Here we look into the Garrison’s history, a history that stretches far beyond the military society. The Air Defence Collection, which is one of Sweden’s four national military history collections, is stored in Skedalahed, 5 km east of Halmstad. The owner of the collection is Army Museum. The collection is open for pre-arranged visits and on open house days. A special focus is on… The comic book figure 91 Karlsson.
St Olof's Chapel in Tylösand is a popular wedding chapel built in wood. Open during the summer, it's described as one of the most idyllic spots in Halmstad. There is a tiny cafe next to the chapel if you want to enjoy the sea view with a cup of coffee.
Indoor pool with water slides, bubble pool, spa section, exercise area and cafe.
In the olden days, Halmstad had four town gates and today only the North Gate remains. Once this narrow passage was a through route to one of our largest main roads. The Norre Port was completed in 1601 under the Danish king Christian IV. These days the gate leads you to the cozy Norre katts park.
There are 46 nature reserves within the municipality with different types of nature and wildlife, including a bird sanctuary. Inland you will find meadows and deep forests that offer a rich variety of outdoor activities. In Simlångsdalen you can go kayaking in the rivers and lakes. If you like fishing, Nissan and Fylleån offer good conditions for catching salmon and trout, and in the lakes the pike, bass and steelhead will bite. There are 200 kilometres of bicycle routes in the region. The Ginst trail takes you along the coast of Halland, the Hylte trail in the wilderness of Nissadalen and Cykelspåret (bike trail) through a range of terrain. The Banvall trail stretches 250 kilometres between Halmstad and Karlshamn. If you like hiking you got plenty to discover. The Prins Bertils trail follows the coast line from Halmstad castle to Tylösand. Then it turns inland and ends 18 kilometres from the castle in the nature reserve Möllegård. The trail Hallandsleden is 380 kilometres long and cuts trough Halmstad region but there is heaps of trails and walks close to the city. Near the centre is Galgberget and further out you will find Haverdal and Steninge, but also the woods of Skedala, Simlångsdalen and Kvibille.
Beside the well known beach of Tylösand, there are 21 beaches along the 45 kilometre long coastline. The only school of lifeguards in the Nordic countries is located at Tylösand, where 60 lifeguards are trained annually. Lifeguards patrol the beaches during the summer. Disability adapted bathing places are located in Tylösand and Östra stranden (The Eastern beach). Inland you find bathing places among many of the lakes.
In the hometown of Gyllene Tider and Roxette, there is a constant stream of entertainment. At Simstadion Brottet, concerts are set with the sea as a backdrop. Hallandsgården holds sing-alongs, and Norre Katts Park’s musicians and poets perform on Kafé Rotundan's small stage. Live music can be heard from pubs and rock stages. During the International Street Festival, the whole town becomes one big stage and Nolltrefem is a culture centre for young people, often visited by well-known performers on their way up. At Halmstad Teater (theatre), the auditorium fills with expectant audiences eager to see exciting productions and interesting lectures. The programme is packed with visiting performers, and local talents offer music, theatre, variety shows, dance and musicals. Halmstad Arena is the place to be if you prefer bigger shows, sports events and exhibitions. Let your hair down to the resident orchestra or relax at one of the many outdoor cafes and restaurants. Maybe you prefer a turn on the dance floor to a dance band in Västerhagen or a gospel concert in Gullbranna? Throughout July, the festival spirit begins when the sun is still high in the sky, and après beach at Solgården in Tylösand is a classic, to say the least.
Pio Matsal & Bar is one of Halmstad’s best restaurants with first-class food. They serve largely traditional food. Their Köttplanka (grilled steak) is legendary.
Fridolfs Krog restaurant is holds a special place in the hearts of Halmstad’s inhabitants. Well-made food is paired with great atmosphere all year round, and the open-air courtyard guarantees long summer nights.
The Fox & Anchor is an English gastropub, where traditional pub dishes meet modern cooking. The proud beer and whisky traditions are treasured and therefore, regular mixology and beer tastings are arranged.
The Bull’s Pub is an international pub and steakhouse with a jovial atmosphere. In the building of the old fire station, everyone feels comfortable and the open-air part at Lilla Torg is one of the town’s biggest and most popular.
Yoss is a cosy family-owned restaurant, opened in 1995. Here you can discover so-called “cross cooking” aka fusion cuisine with varied dishes from all over the world.
Great food and drinks are combined with a unique and appreciated location. The closeness to both sea and beach can only be topped by the magnificent sunset over Tylösand’s bay. Treat yourself to a long drink on the sun deck or finish off your beach day at Salt’s!
Göstas in Steninge is a restaurant and cafe at an irresistibly beautiful location. A stone’s throw away from the sea, breathtaking archipelagos, and with Steninge’s nature reserve as closest neighbour. Enjoy the picturesque drive here from Halmstad and order something you wouldn't find in many restaurants, like the deer stew.
Punch Restaurant & Bar offers international dishes from Italian, American and French cuisines. Guests especially love their pizzas baked in a stone oven.
Pio Matsal & Bar is one of Halmstad’s best restaurants with first-class food. They serve largely traditional food. Their Köttplanka (grilled steak) is legendary.
Fridolfs Krog restaurant is holds a special place in the hearts of Halmstad’s inhabitants. Well-made food is paired with great atmosphere all year round, and the open-air courtyard guarantees long summer nights.
The big shop housed in a Falu red barn is located alongside Halland’s coastal road. Here you can buy Hafi’s popular jams, juices and jellies, as well as delicacies from several food producers from Halland, interior design items, antiques, crystal chandeliers, vintage curiosities, fine toys, art and much more. Only the best is good enough!
Stenalyckan is a long, narrow shopping area, which extends from the southern exit to the central (eastern) exit of the E6 to Halmstad. Around thirty stores and companies offer anything and everything: departments stores, sports goods, toys, furniture and more. The project keeps growing and changing, and it is easy to come here from any direction.
Hallarna shopping mall is the place where all paths cross. Throughout the years, Hallarna has become a big shopping mall with stores, cafes, and restaurants — all under the same roof.
Flygstaden is a market area in western Halmstad. Here you can find anything from hardware and sports to furnishing, shoes, and electronics. You will find over 50 different outlets here!
In the 'Farm Boutique' at Bårarps loge you'll find lambskin, lamb and deer meat, plus firewood of the highest quality. The locally produced meat is delivered finely chopped, vacuum-packed and labelled. The popular lamb box includes sirloin, steak, roast beef, chops, racks, entrecôte, beef roast and minced meat. Lambskins are the perfect gift. Each one unique and soft as a cloud, they are wonderfully silky and glossy. Jonas and Marita Fredriksson with their sons live and work at Bårarps loge. They arrange wedding parties and corporate events at our cosy lodge.
At Gudagott, you can find locally produced meat and farm produced charcuterie of the very best quality. All year round, pork and beef from Gudmundsgården is sold here, as well as signature charcuterie from Halland, inspired by food cultures from all over the world. You'll find many other useful kitchen items, mostly from food producers and farmers from Halland.
Kaggagård is a small family business outside of Halmstad. The cosy farm shop is located in one of the farm’s barns, where self-grown vegetables, strawberries, and flowers have been sold since the early 90s. The assortment is constantly expanded with new products like locally produced honey, home-cooked jam and lemonade, hand-made ointments and soaps, delicious aromatised teas, and birch wood from the own forest.
Lyngalax is a salmon smokehouse and shop with salmon prepared every imaginable way. The traditional methods used go all the way back to the 1800s, when the lighthouse keeper Meuller started to smoke his salmon on the island Tylön.
The big shop housed in a Falu red barn is located alongside Halland’s coastal road. Here you can buy Hafi’s popular jams, juices and jellies, as well as delicacies from several food producers from Halland, interior design items, antiques, crystal chandeliers, vintage curiosities, fine toys, art and much more. Only the best is good enough!
Stenalyckan is a long, narrow shopping area, which extends from the southern exit to the central (eastern) exit of the E6 to Halmstad. Around thirty stores and companies offer anything and everything: departments stores, sports goods, toys, furniture and more. The project keeps growing and changing, and it is easy to come here from any direction.
From Gothenburg: 140 kilometres From Helsingborg: 80 kilometres From Malmö: 135 kilometres From Copenhagen: 180 kilometres
Halmstad is ideal to get a round by bike. Not only is everything near, but you'll also find great bike infrastructure with pumps and tools, bike lanes and several amazing cycling routes: from 25km to 395km long!
The central station is located on Stationsgatan 25, 15 minutes from the town centre. Hallandstrafiken connects the city with the surroundings by bus and Öresunds train. The bus terminal is located at Österskans near Österbro, just by the town library. For information about train- and bus schedules, prices and how to buy a ticket visit: www.hallandstrafiken.se or call +46 771 331 030.
Sjukvårdsrådgivning (Healthcare advice) is open around the clock. Länssjukhuset hospital in Halmstad is located on Lasarettsvägen. Tel: +46 35 13 10 00
Country code: +46 Area code: 035
Sweden uses the Types C and F (with two earth clips on the side) electrical plug with two round pins, same as in many countries in Continental Europe. The standard voltage is 230 volts at 50Hz.
From Gothenburg: 140 kilometres From Helsingborg: 80 kilometres From Malmö: 135 kilometres From Copenhagen: 180 kilometres
Halmstad is ideal to get a round by bike. Not only is everything near, but you'll also find great bike infrastructure with pumps and tools, bike lanes and several amazing cycling routes: from 25km to 395km long!
