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Welcome to the West Coast

Falkenberg is on the West Coast of Sweden. The town is primarily known as a seaside resort with its fine long sandy beaches. We have everything a tourist could wish for. A fine old urban culture that includes museums and old pottery. For those interested in sports, we have tennis courts, golf courses, riding stables, swimming hall and more.
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Falkenberg

Falkenberg has many opportunities for an active holiday. Swimming and sunbathing is Falkenbergs trademark is about 15 km of lovely sandy beaches.
The varied landscape offers unique opportunities for outdoor recreation and wildlife.

For those interested in sports, there are a lot of sports and leisure facilities such as; 5 golf courses, 4 equestrian centers and Sweden's only swimming facility with 50 m of heated saltwater.

Fisheries and Falkenberg are linked together. Here are several lakes and rivers with excellent fishing opportunities. Salmon fishing is one of the best at Ätran River .

The department store Gekås Ullared is Swedens most visited with over 3,000 buses and one million cars transporting over 3 million visitors every year.

Falkenberg is now an entertainment center year round. Over 100,000 visitors come here for events such as; the Summer Farce at The Valletta Outdoor Theater, visit The Visfestival or The Jazz Days in Hwitans Garden, see Falkenberg Review or visit any of the other events organized around the municipality.

History

Falkenbergs History

Falkenberg began to enter into history's light at the end of 1200s, when the first written evidence was recorded. It was Danish then, as well as the rest of Halland. From the 1300's and up to the Nordic Seven Year War, the city was known as "New-Falkenberg."

Falkenbergs Castle, where the Castle County ruled, was destroyed by Engelbrekts troops in 1434 and was not being built up again, so the Castle County disappeared. The first known priviledge letter granting city rights is from 1558. The city then grew up on the north side of the Ätran River, but during the 1900s, it spread to the south side of river.

Falkenbergs oldest known seal is from 1584 and has the text "Novi opidi falkenburgensis" which roughly means "New City Falkenberg".

Top List

Ge-Kås in Ullared

The shopping center Ge-kas Ullared is Sweden's largest attraction with over 3,000 buses and one million cars carrying over 3 million visitors each year. It is no wonder that Ullared sometimes acts as directions for all in Falkenberg Municipality. The shopping center is also available in Älvsered and Heberg.

See and Do

Swimming

Klitterbadet Public Bath House

Sweden's only 50-meter saltwater swimming pool. Here you can motion swim, get a massage, tan, enjoy a sauna, climb on our climbing wall, train in the gym or just relax in the spa pool. You are very welcome here and prepare yourself for a very pleasant and relaxing time.
Klittervägen 311 42 FALKENBERG
+46 346-88 63 31

Lake Hjärtaredsjön

Lake Hjärtaredssjön is just outside of Ullared. The swimming area is equipped with a pier, restrooms and trash bins.

Lake Horsasjön

Lake Horsasjön is just outside of Älvsered. The swimming area is equipped with a pier, restrooms and trash bins.

Lake Nyhagasjön

Lake Nyhagasjön is near Asige. The swimming area is equipped with a pier, restrooms and trash bins.

Lake Sjönevadssjön

Lake Sjönevadssjön is located at Sjönevad. On the island, out on the water is a Hill Fort from the early Middle Ages. The swimming area is equipped with a pier, restrooms and trash bins.

Olofsbo Sea Bathing

A long sandy beach due to the high sand dunes in the South. Located 8 km North of Falkenberg, along the coastal road towards Glommen.
Parking:
Two major and several smaller parking lots along the coastal road.

Sea Bathing

Here is Sweden's fourth most popular beach - Skrea Beach and many other fine beaches. Falkenbergs 13 km of beaches attracts many and also offers "After Beach" in the evenings to relaxing walks and beautiful sunsets.

Skrea Beach

The closest beach. Two kilometers of sandy beach with high dunes and a wide range of kiosks and outdoor serving. The characteristic bathing cabins were built during the 30-century.
Parking:
Several large and small parking areas along Klittervägen.

Stensjöstrand Beach

A stretch of coastline with many rocks but there is even sand in the open landscape with heather and juniper. Located 23 km south of Falkenberg, along the coastal road to Halmstad.
Parking:
Main parking area at Eider Way and a smaller parking area at Glassvik.

Ugglarp Beach

Long sandy beaches surrounded by rocky points. Located near the coastal road to Halmstad, 19 km South of Falkenberg.
Parking:
A parking area below the campsite and one just South of Sallebjäret. Parking is possible along a short stretch of the beach.

Vessigebrobadet Public Bath with Outdoor Pool

In Vessigebro, there is a heated outdoor pool operated by Klitterbadet. Shower and sauna are accessible.
+46 346-205 17

Fishing

Boat Fishing

A fishing license is required for fishing from the boat. Not more than two fish per boat. The keys are retrieved and returned to the fishing cabin. The boat is not allowed farther than Garvareforsen – Tullbron (bridge). Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Fishing in Falkenberg

The Ätran River winds itselft through Falkenbergs Municipality, from Gunnarp in the east to Falkenberg in the west, and is Falkenbergs artery. Slowly but surely, it finds it's way down to the coast through the scenic Ätradalen.

Thanks to the successful fishing and water activities, the Ätran River has positioned itself as one of Sweden's best salmon fishing waters. A good example of this is Ätran has its own unique stock of salmon.

In Ätran's tributary, the Högvadsån River, you can also fish for salmon. Although, inland lake fishing is very good in Falkenbergs Municipality. Here are several lakes with pike, perch, pike perch, trout and other species.

Fishing License

To fish in the waters of Falkenbergs Municipality and the Ätran River, a fishing license is required. Fishing licenses can be ordered from the Tourist Office, There is a Fishing License Automat available at the salmon fishing cottage. A preliminary request can be made in writing or by telephone to the Tourist Office. When requesting a license for several people, a name-list must be provided. Payment should be made to the Tourist Office not later than one week before. Paid license's to be picked up are located at the fishing cottage on the active fishing day.

Fishing times
Fishing Season: 1/4-30/9
Fishing times: 05.00-23.00
Fishing cottage is normally open during fishing times.

Guest Harbour

Falkenbergs Guest Harbor

Falkenbergs Boat Club Harbor is on the Ätran River's Southeast side.
Position: 56 53,6N, 12 29,5 E
+46 346-841 24

Glommens Guest Harbor

5 km NM north of Falkenberg.
Position: 56 55,9 N, 12 21,1 E
+46 346–926 67

Museum

Berte Museum – Life in the Country

The museum displays district objects with
emphasis on the period from 1870 - to the present.
Berte, Slöinge
+46 346-405 13
info@bertemuseum.se
www.bertemuseum.se

Falkenberg's Museum

The city's largest museum is Falkenberg's Museum which is located in an old grain warehouse down by the harbor. Below are local developments with emphasis on handicraft and industry.
Skepparesträtet 2, Falkenberg
+46 346-88 61 25
www.falkenberg.se/museum

Olympia Photo Museum

The museum has a unique collection of cameras, studio accessories, darkroom equipment, etc., showing photography development from 1840 to the present.
Sandgatan 13 A , Falkenberg
+46 346-879 28, +46 346 803 93
info@fotomuseet-olympia.com
www.fotomuseet-olympia.com

Svedinos Auto and Aviation Museum

Large collection of vintage cars and aircraft. Open in the summer.
Ugglarp, Slöinge
+46 346-431 87, +46 70-585 34 08
www.svedinos.se

Nature

Grimsholmen (Nature)

Coastal landscape with prehistoric relics in the scenic utmost part of Grimsholmen/Bobergs Cape. Nature Reserve.

Parks

Vallarna - The City's Largest Park

Near the city center is this nature area of 270 000 m², which is a recreation area and has a rich wildlife. Many ducks and other water birds stay here. The river offers salmon and sport fishing is an attraction for both fishermen and spectators. Vallarna also has a mini-zoo where there is a number of different animals such as; sheep, goats and pigs.
There are also:
Vallarnas Outdoor Scene
The City's Best Playground
Elbelyst Trail, 2.2 kilometers
The Doctors Promenade
Golf and Boule
Café Rosengården
Scoutgård

Worth Seeing

Hallands Coastal Road

A worth-seeing trip between Falkenberg and Halmstad. A tourist road between Falkenberg and Halmstad has been designated as a tourist route with the appropriate signs - a brown and white sign with a flower. Among the major tourist attractions, there is also Svedinos Car & Aviation Museum in Ugglarp, Mjellby Art Museum, Halmstad Adventure Land and the Tropic Center in Halmstad.

Hallarnas Heritage Center

The old Hallands peasant culture is on display here. The original eastern row is from the 1700's and built of oak using shiftwork technique.

The Old Town, Falkenberg

In Falkenberg is one of Sweden's most well known districts - the Old Town. Cobble-stoned streets, St. Laurentii Church from the Middle Ages, Falkenbergs Historical Museum,Törngrens Pottery and other
interesting buildings.

The Toll Bridge with Fortress

The Toll Bridge was built from 1756-1761 by soldiers from Elfsborg and Västgöta-Dal regiments. The architect was Carl Cronstedt. The Toll Bridge is one of Sweden's best preserved stone bridges and a listed historical monument.
The Fortress Falkenberg - the remains are the excavated basement of the fortress' square tower, which was built in the 1200s. The fortress was torn down in 1434 when Engelbrekts rebellion arrived in Falkenberg.