Tourist brochure 2023, Askersund Municipality

– next to Sweden’s best hidden archipelago!

Tips for events!

ASKERSUND is a small idyllic lakeside town with a quaint, intimate atmosphere. Its charming wooden buildings in the town centre with inviting cafes, shops and walks are just a stone’s throw from the spectacular but little known cluster of some 250 islands that make up the archipelago of northern Lake Vättern. You can find many peaceful walking trails and nature reserves with beautiful views in the area but also great bicycle and MTB trails, as well as several major recurring events – all worth experiencing!

Welcome to Askersundwe help you find your adventure!

VisitAskersund Turistinformation

Summertime visiting address: Hamngatan 4B

Postal address: SE-696 31 Askersund

Phone: +46 583 810 88

Follow us on social media: @visitaskersund

For opening hours, please visit www.visitaskersund.se

Year-round VisitAskersund Infopoints: Best Western Hotel Norra Vättern, Garvaregården Hotel, Kulturhuset

Sjöängen, Olshammarsgården, Hotel PerOlofGården www.visitaskersund.se

info@visitaskersund.se

For more events, please visit www.visitaskersund.se

APRIL 29TH–MAY 1ST

Art round trip

Many of the local artists, craftsmen, and photographers open up their studios and homes to visitors during this weekend. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to step into the world of an artist. Exhibition at Sjöängen Cultural Centre. www.nvbof.se

WEEK 20 Lakeside Pride

Askersund’s very own Pride Festival. An important week with an important message about the equal worth of all people concludes with a family day in Hamntorget Square. See the programme at www.visitaskersund.se/lakesidepride

SUMMER 2023 Market & Antiques fairs

A folk festival atmosphere permeates our popular markets: the Antiques & Curiosities Market in Åmmeberg (July 2nd), the Antiques Market in Askersund (August 5th) and Askersund Autumn Market (September 9th). Keep an eye out in our digital event calendar. www.visitaskersund.se/evenemang

JUNE 17TH

Vätternrundan

Vätternrundan’s new route passes Askersund. At the depot stop, you can cheer on the cyclists entering the final stretch before the finish line. www.vatternrundan.se

JUNE 29TH–JULY 30TH

Children’s theatre

Lerbäck Theater celebrates 20 years with a new production of Astrid Lindgren’s Rasmus på luffen (Rasmus and the Vagabond), welcoming the audience to the theatre’s own open-air stage.

www.lerbacksteater.se

Lerbäcksmarken

Lerbäcksmarken is a quality market of arts and crafts, entertainment, and a cafeteria in beautiful rural surroundings. You’ll also find a “Children’s market” with younger market vendors, open smithy, vintage tractors, and theatre and music entertainment. www.lerbacksmarken.se

WEEK 28

Children’s Week

Bring out your inner child and join us for a week packed with activities for the whole family! Come and hunt for treasures, attend the family theatre in Lerbäck, go on a tractor safari, enjoy performances with the artist Mojje among others, try out activities, and why not enter this year’s “Glasse-lopp race”? Most activities are free.

www.visitaskersund.se/barnveckan

JULY 15th

Car & Bike Meet

Great vibrations are in the air when Askersund is filled to the brim with gleaming vintage cars, custom builds, and motorcycles with rumbling engines. With a stunning location on Alsen beach and with 1600 exhibitors and 8000 visitors, this car and motorcycle show is considered one of Sweden’s most popular. Facebook: MidnightCruisersAskersund

Astrid Lindgrens

JULY 26TH-27TH Närkesbergsvägen

Eateries, farm shops, gardening shops, artists, riding facilities, second-hand shops and other shops, etc., are all open along the route between Skyllberg and Närkesberg. www.visitaskersund.se/narkesbergsvagen

AUGUST 12TH–13TH Nordic dog show

A popular show among dog owners and an amazing opportunity to get acquainted with various breeds, make new contacts, and see many beautiful dogs. www.olkk.se

WEEK 34

Dormy Open – Golf

Askersunds GK hosts the Challenge Tour competition Dormy Open. Dormy Open is the second largest golf competition in Sweden in 2023 and around 100 international and 50 Swedish players will compete. www.askersundsgk.com

SEPT 2th

SEPTEMBER 8TH–10TH

Swedish National Orienteering Championship for Veterans

Go cheer on the 700 some participants in the Friday sprint race in central Askersund. On the other days, the competitors start at Stenkällegården in Tiveden. More information: www.visitaskersund.se

AUTUMN 2023 Sjöängen Cultural Centre

Anders Jansson, Be bop a luba, Sven Ingvars and Jonas Gardell are just a few of all the great shows coming to Askersund. Book your concert experience in quaint small-town surroundings! More information and tickets at www.visitaskersund.se.

Events

The Town The Culture

Sweden’s best hidden archipelago

The Nature Active and sustainable

For children and grown ups

Food & Coffee Sleep well

Useful information, facts about Askersund’s Municipality & maps

Run of Mine

A unique race where you run 350 metres underground – and back up! www.zinkgruvanmining.com

WEEK 44

Fire Week –Tiveden/Lake Vättern

During autumn, many visitors are drawn to nature to enjoy wonderful activities in the forests of Tiveden and along the shores of Lake Vättern. For more information go to www.visitaskersund.se.

ADVENT 2023 Christmas in Askersund

SEPTEMBER 2ND–3RD

A Journey of Foods

Spend the weekend visiting local food artisans, restaurateurs, and entrepreneurs around the county – a wonderful opportunity to taste local products and find new favourites. www.matresanorebrolan.se

A cosy Christmas atmosphere in Askersund with an Archipelago Lucia and Christmas fairs, sparkling Christmas lights, and fun Christmas shopping. Meet and greet Santa on children’s Christmas and get into the spirit of things with wonderful concerts. www.visitaskersund.se/juliaskersund

PHOTOGRAPHERS: Kicki Nilsson, Pavel Koubek, Terése Classon Sundh, Tommy Pettersson, Maria Säfverblad, Lea Rauch, Lars-Ivar Jansson, Andreas Hylthén, Linnéa Björk, Vätternkajak, Kersti Beck Larsson, Per-Åke Söderwall, Per Knutsson, Askersund Outdoor, Henrik Olofsson, Pixabay, Mostphotos.

PARTICIPATING

The town

The small town with great charm

Right in the heart of Sweden, at the northern tip of Lake Vättern, lies Askersund.This picturesque wooden town by the water enjoys a relaxing atmosphere all year round.Take the time to stop and experience the cobblestone squares, the cafés, and the restaurants. But don’t for a second think that time here has come to a halt!

Askersund Harbour greets you with open arms and a wealth of restaurants and cafés, small craft stalls, exhibitions, and kiosks by the new harbour square. The beach promenade between Askersund city centre and Lake Vättern starts from here. Book a boat tour in northern Lake Vättern’s archipelago or walk across the footbridge to Borgmästareholmen Islet for some outdoor activities. Rent a bike or kayak, stay on an island in the middle of the town, or go for a refreshing swim.

Spread out your picnic blanket on the lovely green areas along the promenade and enjoy views of Stjernsund Castle and the town’s boat life out on Lake Alsen. The “Oden II” playground, the town’s beloved climbing tree, boules court, and Hagabadet swim area all invite you to play, and the mini train will

take you for a ride between the harbour and the scenic Heritage Centre at Stadsparken city park.

With its generous glass sections and its wonderful lake views, Sjöängen offers experiences and social interaction. Every year, Sjöängen presents colourful spring and autumn programs featuring events, performing arts, and exhibitions. Sjöängen is also the perfect venue for larger meetings and conferences.

A mere stone’s throw away, new housing with unbeatable lake front views are being developed – feel the spirit of the future where the city’s roots sprout next to the old station building and the bus station square.

And, you are never more than a block or two away from the old alleys, the quaint squares, and the unique shops that reveal small-town life by the water.

Askersund Country Church

A devastating lightning strike in 1661 set fire to Askersund’s medieval wooden church. A new church was erected, the Country Church, its grand silhouette rising at the southern entrance to Askersund. Called the “Knight Island Church of the Countryside” by the poet Verner von Heidenstam, the church was completed in 1670 and is a fine example of Swedish 17th century imperial architecture. The church has links to the Oxenstierna-Soop family at Stjernsund Castle south of Askersund. During the summer, the church doors open up to welcome its visitors.

Nature nearby

Askersund has not just one but two nature reserves within walking distance of the town centre. From Väderkvarnsbacken, you have wonderful views of the town, with Stjernsund Castle on the shore on the other side of the lake. Scenic Stadsparken is reminiscent of Tiveden with its wild nature, and can be reached via accessible paths. Stadsparken features a Heritage Centre with historic buildings from the area, a restaurant, and a mini zoo. You also find a geocaching trail perfect for families with young children. You can walk here along the promenade or take the mini train from the harbour. During the summer, the train runs several times daily.

Marina & RV Park

“Askersunds Citycamp & Gästhamn” (RV Park & Marina) is a popular destination for motorhomes, caravans, and boats. In addition to a café, lighter dishes, and a fuel jetty, you can rent bikes, canoes, and outboard rowing boats here.

Here you have lovely views of the harbour and the boat life – all within

Taste Askersund!

Good French cheeses, a frothy beer, and a delicious chocolate praline. Askersund’s food artisans treat you to genuine culinary sensations! Here you can taste the joy of creation, authenticity, and quality – and you get to meet the stories and the people behind the culinary craft. Inside the prestigious Askersund Brewery you can enjoy a first-class beer tasting in a pleasant atmosphere. A whiff of French latitudes greets you at Madame Nature, where an excellent assortment of tasty cheeses and French delicacies have their given space in the town’s old loading warehouse. Venus Choklad welcomes you

easy walking distance from activities, small town shopping, and picturesque leisure areas.

Our RV park welcomes you from early spring until late autumn. Enjoy the tranquillity and charm of the small town – as well as first class events. Join us and claim your spot!

Take your own city walk

to a world of flavours and aromas from handmade pralines in its seductive chocolate shop and café. Welcome to your own tasting experience in Askersund! For more information, please visit www.visitaskersund.se or contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.

Head out for a leisurely stroll through Askersund and discover the stories of the buildings. Information signs on the facades provide interesting facts and small stories in Swedish from times gone by. For a map and more information, please contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.

Askersund – accessible to all

We continuously work to make our town more accessible to all, for the benefit of families with children as well as for people with disabilities. For example, the marina features a lift to help people with disabilities to safely get into a boat. In Harge, you find beach wheelchairs for a lovely dip in Lake Vättern, while Stadsparken Nature Reserve and Lake Fagertärn offer accessible hiking trails. So get out there and enjoy!

The Culture

Wonderful moments in Askersund

Take the pulse of Askersund’s culture! Do you like fine cars, or are you curious about local artisan food? Do you enjoy beautiful artwork, industrial history, castle surroundings, or would you like to experience famous movie locations, meet town celebrities, or watch a good movie? Perhaps you’re curious about the great shows and performing arts? Creativity has many faces, and Askersund offers a wide variety of cultural experiences all year round.

Beautiful cars are a well-known feature in Askersund. The Car & Bike Meet and the Vintage Car Club Tuesday meets are just a few of all the great opportunities to see unique cars being tenderly cared for.

In the footsteps of celebrities

Are you drawn to beautiful places that have provided the backdrop for movies?

SVT visited Askersund when filming the TV series “Halv åtta hos mig” (Half Past Seven with Me), and “Tjuv & Polis” (Cops and Robbers), where toy salesman Johan tries to hide SEK 5 million from the long arm of the law. The award-winning film “Lantisar” (Homecoming) was also shot in the Askersund area, and you can visit the lovely spots seen in the movie. Or you can enjoy the latest feature films and live

broadcasts in Stora salongen at the Sjöängen Cultural Centre.

Add colour to your day

Watercolours, oil paintings, textiles, sculptures, glass, ceramics... Art exhibitions and local crafts have a long tradition in Askersund. The summer art season begins with the Art round trip, where about a hundred artists open up their homes and studios to visitors. The art gallery in Askersund’s harbour warehouse is filled with various exhibitions during the summer, and Sjöängen Art Gallery has something to offer all year round. In addition, many creative artists and craftspeople will happily open up their studios for you. Please visit the culture pages at www.visitaskersund.se.

The great food

The joy of creation in Askersund is expressed not least in the artisan food. Local food producers offer high-quality products in small shops, farm shops, restaurants, and cafés. They grow organic vegetables and tasty tomatoes, they make exquisite chocolate and freshly brewed beer, and they serve Lake Vättern’s finest char and much more. You’ll find restaurants and cafés both in town and on the countryside. Make sure not to miss the autumn’s great food event Matresan (A Journey of Foods), an amazing opportunity to discover the unique food and meet the passionate people behind it.

Filming in progress

Sjöängen Cultural Centre

Right next to the promenade, you’ll find Askersund’s new cultural centre, Sjöängen. An exciting venue for cultural experiences all year round, and a meeting place for young and old from near and far. Welcome!

Sjöängen is vibrating with life. The concert hall “Stora salongen” offers year-round concerts as well as theatre and dance performances, featuring both national and local artists.

You can also enjoy the latest feature films and live broadcasts from major opera stages on Närke’s biggest cinema screen. Conferences, lectures, and fairs are regularly organised – Sjöängen provides a venue for both meetings and experiences.

A different view every day

A new art gallery was inaugurated this past year and is open all year round, with free admission and various exhibits. Beautiful and memorable artwork adorns

Sjöängen, both inside and out. From the café and the library's magazine corner, you can enjoy amazing views of the lake and the beach promenade.

Wellbeing in focus

The Sjöängen Cultural Centre is constantly working to create safe environments where you can relax and enjoy yourself. With its strategic location next to Askersund Bus Station, Sjöängen is easy to get to and you can enjoy all that the centre has to offer at your own leisurely pace. Around the corner you’ll find nice accommodation and small-town shopping, cosy cafés and restaurants. Askersund welcomes you to Sjöängen!

Treat yourself to a true experience!

Bring a friend to Askersund and seize the day. Enjoy a coffee and good food. Small town shopping or a walk along the waterfront. A wonderful concert or a theatre visit. And a comfortable bed.

Welcome!

For more information, please contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.

Askersund’s new art gallery

Malleable, adaptable and full of vision – a lively place that never stands still: This is our Sjöängen Cultural Centre! With new open spaces, Askersund Art Gallery invites its visitors to even more accessible premises. Be sure to check out all the fascinating exhibitions throughout the year. The programme with upcoming exhibitions can be found at: www.sjoangen.askersund.se

Sweden’s best hidden archipelago

...and loads of small lakes

A vast archipelago landscape and enchanted forest lakes in beautiful contrast and harmony. Hike, swim, canoe. Drop anchor or pick a sunny cliff. Find your inner peace or enjoy the thrill of fishing. Moor your boat to a jetty or find accommodation by the water.

Nature experiences, as varied as the archipelago, and lakes that change shape in an instant as well as with the seasons. Find your adventure – and let yourself be taken by surprise!

Norra Vätterns skärgård EKOPARK

TIPS – Strap on your hiking boots and go exploring along rocky beaches or island trails! You’ll find lovely lookout points and hidden mushroom spots where you can fill up your basket and nourish your soul.

Views by the water

An uninhabited nature reserve with an amazing rocky landscape of some 250 islands, islets, and rocks, the archipelago of northern Lake Vättern is an area to enjoy and take care of. Small coves and cliffs open up to relaxation and experiences, with constantly new, magnificent views – no matter how you approach the landscape. Turn around and you’ll find the most beautiful forest lakes for memorable moments by the water.

Pack your bathing suit

Water – a landscape full of water! Sunny, bare cliffs in the archipelago, small forest lakes with beaches and magical water mirrors, small town swim areas with well-groomed lawns for playing, or long, sandy beaches – what would you pick?

Pack your bathing suit for a day on the popular beach, by the town swim area, by the picturesque forest lake, or for a quiet evening swim in the crystal-clear waters of the archipelago. Cool off on hot summer days or be bold and go for a cool dip in the early spring or late autumn. Visit www.visitaskersund.se/gora/bad for swim area tips. Dip your toes or dive right in – the experience is all yours!

Hike with a lake view

Experience the water with your hiking boots on! Archipelago hikes in rocky landscape along the shores of Lake Vättern, a walk around the magical

Dovra Lakes or the beautiful Lake Fagertärn with its red water lilies –a wide variety of exciting hikes right by the water await. Pack your coffee thermos and your camera, sit down at one of the barbecue areas, and enjoy the day.

With quiet paddle strokes

The tranquility and the freedom of kayaking or canoeing is truly something special! A tour in the archipelago can be both long and demanding – but it can also be absolutely amazing, and suits those who already have some kayaking experience. A good starting point is the harbour in Olshammar, where you can rent or launch your own kayak. The small lakes, with their pleasant, quieter surroundings, offer a great complement. Feel free to contact the VisitAskersund Turistinformation if you’re unsure of what suits you best. We’ll be happy to guide you to your experience!

Wake up by the water

A great variety of natural harbours in unobtrusive locations greet you, whether you sail into the archipelago from Göta Canal, have made your way across Lake Vättern, or have taken your boat out for a daytrip. You can also choose to moor your boat in the safe and lovely marina of Olshammar or Åmmeberg.

ASKERSUND OUTDOOR –BORGMÄSTAREHOLMEN

Kayak and SUP (=Stand-up-Paddle Board). +46 583 71 13 30

ASKERSUND CITYCAMP & GÄSTHAMN (RV PARK & MARINA)

Rowing boats, pedalo boats and canoes. +46 583 140 80, +46 70 592 82 30

CAMPING TIVEDEN

Canoe, kayak, sailboat, SUP and rowing boat. +46 70 094 47 18

EXPERITUR

Packraft, kayak and SUP. Delivery. +46 70 209 74 91

HARGE BAD & CAMPING

Kayak and SUP. +46 583 77 01 23

HUSABERGSUDDES CAMPING

Canoe, kayak and rowing boat. +46 583 71 14 35

NATURVÄGLEDARE NORRA VÄTTERN

Guided tours, kayaking courses, no rental. +46 70 674 70 06

PACKRAFT SVERIGE, TIVEDEN Packrafts, lightweight tents. +46 76 118 47 01

REVELBADETS CAMPING

Rowing boat, motorboat, electric motor boat and canoe. +46 70 674 78 62

TRACELESS IN TIVEDEN

Guided tours in wooden canoes, no rental. +46 73 024 65 15

VÄTTERNKAJAK – OLSHAMMAR, HARGE AND GRANVIK

Kayak, SUP and guided tours. +46 70 389 83 00

ÅBOHOLM

Canoes for the canoe route. +46 70 511 81 60

ÖSJÖNÄS

Kayak, canoe, SUP and rowing boat. +46 505 250 22

Slipways

Haga in Askersund, the marinas in Olshammar and Åmmeberg, as well as Tisaren marina in Åsbro. For more information about the slipways and their coordinates, please see www.visitaskersund.se.

A restaurant visit, a historical guided tour, the proximity to the enchanted forests of Tiveden, or a round of golf on the golf course are experiences that add a golden touch to your moments by the water.

Once you pass the archipelago, you can glimpse the Stjernsund Castle with Askersund as a picturesque backdrop. The town marina offers harbour huts, restaurants, and fun events. Moor your boat for a few days and enjoy life by the water, close to the cobbled streets and square of the small town.

Do you like the water but haven’t quite found your sea legs? With RV parks in scenic surroundings, charming cabins near the water, and hotels overlooking the archipelago or the harbour, you can easily find your own special spot from which to enjoy the water mirrors.

Come experience Sweden’s best hidden archipelago and the many small lakes!

Fishing

The archipelago of northern Lake Vättern is a haven for fishing enthusiasts. The crystal clear water is home to a large number of species, from the old pike lurking among the reeds to the lively perch and the delicious char. Being one of the largest lakes in the country, Lake Vättern offers free fishing with handheld equipment. You are allowed to fish from a boat provided it does not move by engine power, oars or other means. If you stand on the shore, all you need to do is throw your line out and get started.

More ambitious fishermen, wishing to fish from a moving boat, need to buy a fishing license for trolling and inquire about the limits for the fishing rights in different areas before setting out. If you want to try your luck on the waves of Lake Vättern proper, fishing is free 300 metres from land or any islands. However, make sure you find out about closed areas of the lake if you plan to be fishing between September 15th and December 31st. You can also catch crayfish here during August, but remember to find out about the regulations before placing your crayfish trap at your favourite spot.

Lake Vättern – an unpredictable lake

Stay safe! Keep in mind that Lake Vättern is not a lake to take for granted. You have to pay attention to signs of the weather changing. The weather here can shift from calm to gale unusually quickly, turning calm waters into stormy sea. Do not go out on Lake Vättern if you are unsure of the weather!

Did you know...

...that Askersund and Tiveden offer plenty of fishing opportunities in both large and small waters? Download our digital fishing brochure from www.visitaskersund.se/fiske or pick up a copy at the VisitAskersund Turistinformation.

Fiska!

TIVEDEN & NORRA VÄTTERN Angelngehen! Gofishing!

The Archipelago and Tiveden

At the northern tip of Lake Vättern, glittering archipelago landscape meets the deep forests of Tiveden, offering plenty of nature experiences close at hand. An archipelago hike can lead you onto enchanted forest trails, and a kayak tour among the islands can easily be switched for a bike adventure on Tiveden’s winding paths.

The area features a wide range of activities for everyone –come find your own wilderness adventure! For more information, please visit www.visitaskersund.se and www.tiveden.se, or contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation for personal tips.

Keep

Many are those who find their way out into the Swedish nature, realising how many great spots there are to visit. However, knowing what you can and cannot do in nature reserves, by lakes, or on forest trails is not always easy. Here are three tips on how to make your experience more sustainable.

Design products of the season in one of the country’s prettiest shops. – Café –

Stockshammar Gård 2 km south of Askersund www.stockshammar.se

Stjernsund Castle

The castle has an exceptionally well-preserved interior from the 1850s when it was owned by the Bernadotte family. Visitors are welcome to join guided tours, visit the castle gift shop, carriage museum and orangery, or take a stroll in the park.

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Stay on the footbridge! It keeps your feet dry while protecting nature at the same time.

Don’t litter! Litter in nature spoils the nature experience and is a direct danger to the animals that live there. Everything you bring with you needs to go home with you!

Wash your dishes smarter! Wash it some distance away from the watercourse, cleaning them over land and not directly in the water. The ground breaks down dish soap and food scraps more easily. Use degradable dish soap.

The Castle Café serves lunch, sandwiches and delicious pastries in a lovely setting near the water. The castle is open 18 May – 3 September.

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND CONTACT INFO www.vitterhetsakademien.se/ stjernsundsslott

+46 (0)70-679 32 31

STOCKSHAMMAR kitchen design and interiors

Photo: Philip Håkansson

Hiking trails

Askersund has nearly 30 nature reserves, most of them with marked hiking trails, offering everything from islands and meadows with oak trees, to deep virgin forest. Several of the nature reserves are popular and have many visitors, while others are hidden gems, allowing you to wander through more pristine areas.

Harge uddar

Trail, 2.5 km, with some challenging sections requiring hiking over rocky terrain. Magnificent views of Lake Vättern. Opportunities for swimming. Shelters and barbecue spots are available. The Gruvrundan cycling trail passes nearby. Small parking area.

Utnäset

Trail loop, 3 km, with some challenging sections requiring hiking over rocks. Beautiful views of Lake Vättern’s northern archipelago. Opportunities for swimming and barbecue sites.

Stenkälla

Trail loop, 2 km, starting at the main entrance to Tiveden National Park. Partly challenging hiking terrain where some climbing may be necessary. Scenic viewpoints and caves.

Trollkyrka

Trail loop, 6 km, through partly challenging terrain, starting at the main entrance to Tiveden National Park. Duration: about 3 hours. Old-growth forest, rock formations and viewpoints. Can be combined with other trails.

Dovrasjödalen

Loop that crosses other trails, 2,3 to 8 km. Challenging in certain places. The trail winds around three long narrow lakes in a rift valley with wilderness character. Shelter and barbecue spot.

Mårsätter

Two loops of 4 and 7 km trails. Very challenging trail through old-growth forest with some climbing. The Gruvrundan cycling trail passes nearby.

Tjälvesta-Snavlunda

Slightly hilly terrain through meadows and groves. Network of hills and loops, 1 to 10 km in length. Popular nature reserve in the spring, with an array of flowers and plant life. Swimming area.

Mariedammsleden

Two trails of 4 and 9 km. They are slightly hilly and go past historic mining areas. The coffee house is open during the summer. Wind shelter and barbecue spot.

Rå uddar

Trail loops, 3 to 6 km. Slightly hilly terrain through woods and along inlets of Lake Vättern.

Snårsjön

Route through the Viken nature reserve with old-growth forest and a rift valley. The trail booklet includes a history of deserted crofts, and can be picked up at the VisitAskersund Turistinformation.

Bergslagen Trail

Route in 17 stages that leads through the entire county of Örebro. One of Sweden's longest trails, 280 km. Stages 15–17 lead through Tiveden.

Fagertärn

Trail loop, 3 km, around Lake Fagertärn, where red water lilies bloom. Part of the trail is wheelchair accessible. Café open during the summer months.

More information...

...about the trails and cycling-friendly accommodation can be found at www.bergslagencycling.com

Cycle routes

Pack a picnic basket and go for a journey of discovery on a bike. The cycle routes in the area range from 6 km to 45 km, in different types of terrain, with a wealth of natural as well as historical sights along the way. Over-night accommodation is available along all the trails.

The Åsbro trail

Trail loop, 18 km, starting in Åsbro. Leads south along Lake Tisaren toward Skåle Nature Reserve, and it returns via Lerbäck. Gravel and asphalt. Hilly.

The Laxsjö trail

Trail loop, 39 km, starting in Askersund. Leads through Tiveden and past Östra Laxsjön Lake. Swimming and bathing. Gravel and asphalt.

Around Lake Åmmelången

Trail loop, 30 km, starting in Askersund. Leads around Åmmelången Lake. Passes sites of historical interest, from mining communities to Åmmeberg with its golf course, grocery stores and restaurants. Gravel and asphalt.

The mine trail by the archipelago

A 45 km trail, lined with beautiful nature reserves and interesting cultural sites around the mines of the area. Accommodation, restaurants, and museum along the way. Gravel and

Bicycle Orienteering

During summer, you can buy detailed cycling maps at Visit Askersund Turistinformation. More info on Facebook: Askersunds Orienteringsklubb.

asphalt path. Connects to the Around Lake Åmmelången trail.

Lerbäckstrampen

Trail loop, 55 km, starting in Lerbäck. Passes forests and lakes in Lerbäck's mining district with its rich cultural history. Gravel and asphalt.

Mountain bike trails

Askersund and surrounding areas are part of Northern Europe’s most extensive continuous network of mountain biking trails, Bergslagen cycling. You’ll find 1,200 km of MTB trails of various degrees of difficulty spread over eight large mountain bike areas.

Cycling to Tiveden

A lovely and sustainable way to reach the magical forest! There are three cycling routes from the Hallsberg train station, with three options for cycling via Askersund to Tiveden. Choose between “Most Pleasant to Tiveden”, “Most Challenging to Tiveden” and “Fastest to Tiveden”. www.bergslagencycling.com

Tiveden National Park

Tiveden National Park consists of pristine wilderness. Trails, at times challenging, wind their way through this magnificent landscape of fascinating ancient forests, smooth rocks, and dark forest ponds. The National Park welcomes everyone, from the avid hiker to families with children, and offers room for both adventure and meditation.

Knowledgeable nature experts offer a nice mix of Tiveden’s bewitching mystery, tales from the past, and a deeper understanding of the phenomena of nature. Guided tours must be pre-booked at www.tivedensguider.se.

Rent a bicycle

ASPA HERRGÅRD

MTB. +46 583 503 60

CAMPING TIVEDEN

Standard bicycle

+46 584 47 40 83

EXPERITUR

Standard bicycle, electric bike, mountain terrain bike (MTB), fat bike and children’s bikes. Delivery. +46 70 209 74 91

HOTEL PEROLOFGÅRDEN

Electric bike, standard bicycle. +46 583 405 35

ÖSJÖNÄS

MTB. +46 505 250 22

Developing in progress with support from Leader Mellansjölandet and EU agriculture fund.

For more information please www.naturkartan.se/askersundvisit

Try something new!

Located in the archipelago, close to the forests of Tiveden, and with a vibrant countryside of several small communities, Askersund offers a wide range of activities for those who enjoy an active holiday.

Enhance your summer by visiting any of the ten municipal beaches and try the new beach volleyball court by the beach at Lake Hemsjön in Åsbro. Go for a swim in Hargebaden’s heated pool or from Harge’s sandy beaches – Närke’s Riviera, which is accessible and where you can borrow the beach wheelchair Hippocampe. The municipality has many lakes to enjoy, both those with prepared swim areas and those where you can find your own swimming spot! And why not try your luck fishing in one of the many lakes?

If you wish to get out on the waves, there are plenty of places to launch your own canoe or kayak. You can also hire a canoe, kayak or other type of boat from one of the rental companies around. If you like sailing, you can sign up for dinghy sailing with one of the boat clubs in the area.

Or why not try our new trails for cycling and mountain biking, or cycle orienteering. The maps to your most

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Swimming in lakes or a heated outdoor pool

Beach wheelchair for the disabled

Cycle orienteering, mountain biking and bike paths

Hiking or running on trails or cross country

SUP, canoeing or kayaking

Sailing a dinghy or a sailboat

rewarding experience this summer can be found at VisitAskersund Turistinformation. Try the popular cycling track at Solberga IP, the pump track in Sänna, or enjoy our new disc golf course at Väderkvarnsbacken.

For those who want to enjoy nature at a more leisurely pace, there are lighted trails around the municipality as well as the Wellness Walk (Hälsans stig) in Askersund. Or why not take off on a hike on one of our many exciting hiking

Riding on trails or at an equestrian facility

Fishing

Ten-pin bowling

Workout at fitness centre

Tennis

Geocaching

Beach volleyball

Golf

Padel

Miniature golf

MTB pump track and technical track

Children’s playgrounds

Ice skating on lakes or an ice rink

Outdoor gym

Labyrinth

Disc golf

Wellness Walk (Hälsans stig)

Small Town shopping

The shop owners of Askersund know what they’re doing! Sparkling goldsmiths, driven gardeners, colourful fashion retailers, unique antique dealers...

When strolling around town, you may run into the mischievous toy retailer Johan, or one of the other personalities from the SVT series Tjuv & Polis 2019. Whether it is a nice summer day with ice cream in the harbour or Christmas time in the town square, you’ll find a varied selection with a local touch. More info at: www.askersund.smastadsshopping.se or www.askersundicentrum.se.

Danielssons krukmakeri

Norströmsgatan 1, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 70 302 73 00 danielssonskrukmakeri@gmail.com

GPS: 58.87858, 14.90174

Local & Sustainable

We care about both nature and people and want to offer experiences that we can truly stand behind. Find local activities for the whole family.

Varied nature and a great range of interesting cultural attractions are just a short drive or bike ride away.You can also enjoy the simplicity and everything that nature and small-scale businesses have to offer: local artisan foods, organic farming, traditional and genuine crafts, reuse and flea markets, as well as investments in new and sustainable technology.

Hälsohuset – massage & skönhet

Stora Bergsgatan 30C

696 30 Askersund

Å +46 70-625 35 39 halsohus1@gmail.com

Experitur – Rentals

Ulrika Stenberg

Å +46 70 209 74 91 info@experitur.se

www.experitur.se

Lerbäcks Labyrint & Café

Hotel PerOlofGården

Lerbäck Perolofgården 326, 694 96 Åsbro (Askersund)

Å +46 583 405 35 • www.perolofgarden.se

GPS: 58.959171, 15.063908

Tivedens Guider

www.tivedensguider.se

Å +46 76 704 85 58

GPS: 58.715557, 14.592848

Traceless in Tiveden, guide

Lovisa Larsson

Å +46 73 024 65 15

tracelessintiveden@gmail.com

www.tracelessintiveden.com

Your guide to Lake Vättern & Tiveden • Wilderness adventures

NORRA VÄTTERN Kersti Beck Larsson & Bertil Larsson

Children’s theatre in Lerbäck

JUNE

Lerbäck Theater celebrates 20 years with a new production of Astrid Lindgren’s Rasmus på luffen (Rasmus and the Vagabond), welcoming the audience to the theatre’s own open-air stage in Lerbäck. Don’t miss the theatre’s captivating performances along with delicious dinners in spring and autumn.

www.lerbacksteater.se

Art Circuit

JUNE

With their keen eyes, children are usually the first to discover the artworks that are placed along the trail. Old and young artists display their imaginative creations along a 1.6 km long hiking trail through the forests of Tiveden. Art Circuit is a popular excursion for the whole family and is open 24 hours.

Mini Train

Riding a choo-choo train is a must in the summertime! The town mini train takes you through Askersund on its route from the harbour to the Heritage Centre and back. Visit the animals at the Heritage Centre, peak into the old buildings, or enjoy a treat in the cafeteria. You can also book the mini train for groups outside scheduled hours. You’ll find the timetable and more information at www.visitaskersund.se.

For children and grown ups A city for swimming and playing

Askersund’s proximity to water allows you to take a dip in the middle of the town. Stroll across the footbridge to Borgmästareholmen Islet where you’ll find both a beach and plenty of space for playing. And don’t forget your fishing rod! If you’d rather stay ashore, you can tumble around on Askersund’s own shipwreck, “Oden II”, an exciting,

and accessible playground. Follow the promenade further east and you’ll reach our second swimming area, Hagabadet. Along the promenade, the children’s popular climbing tree branches out... Are you still craving more swimming? Then head to Hargebaden – “Närke County’s Riviera” – a popular shallow bay on Lake Vättern only 10 km away.

See the animals and search for treasure

Not all cities have a mini-zoo in the middle of the town, but Askersund does. Hop on the mini-train that leaves the harbour and visit ducklings, rabbits, goats, and chickens at the Heritage Centre with its well preserved old buildings and cafeteria. In the city park nature reserve next to the Heritage

Centre, you’ll find a kids’ geocaching path with hidden treasures.You use your own phone with GPS.

A small treasure awaits you at the VisitAskersund Turistinformation if you manage to crack the secret code hiding in the caches!

Children’s Week in Askersund

A week of fun and games in Askersund in mid-July. Restless legs are rewarded in the popular “Glasseloppet” race with both ice cream and medals, while the hobby-horses in Stjernsund’s castle park eagerly await their riders. Mojje puts on a great show, and the cinema is open. Join

the tractor safari, experience Nature Fun in Tiveden, and visit with the princess at Stjernsund Castle. Most activities are free, although you may have to book tickets.

Stjernsund Castle

Beautifully situated on a peninsula in Lake Alsen, Stjernsund Castle is a neoclassical gem considered to have some of Sweden’s best preserved 1850s interiors. Expert guides can tell you about the magnificent hall, the guest apartment of Prince Gustaf, known as the “Singing Prince”, and the servants’ cellar. Check out Prince August’s billiard room and its lovely veranda. You may even feel the presence of Mrs. Cassel, the wife of the last owner of the castle, as you stroll through its chambers and corridors.

There are guided Princess tours of the castle for the youngest visitors. The wellkept castle park is worth visiting year round. You’ll find a carriage museum, gift shop, café and restaurant, as well as a dairy museum. Royal activities and an exhibition in celebration of Carl XVI Gustaf’s 50th year on the throne in 2023. Guided castle tours from mid-May throughout the summer.

Knalla mine museum in Zinkgruvan

The mine museum in Zinkgruvan brings the history of the area to life with exciting exhibitions about mining – past and present. Hear the roaring of the rock drill and watch the old mining train chug along to Mount Trollberget. You’ll find machinery, vehicles, clothing, equipment, minerals and photo exhibits, and, last but not least, a giant model of the mighty mine beneath our feet. On site are experienced miners who know their job and their history and, if you’re lucky, they’ll tell you the story of Gruv-

Maja who kept a watchful eye on the miners.

For a safe visit to the mine museum, guided tours are offered via QR codes. Welcome – take a peek at life underground!

Enjoy outdoor life at Borgmästareholmen Islet

Wilderness around the corner, literally. This is Base Camp Askersund. On Borgmästareholmen, a mere stone’s throw from the town square, Askersund’s small island offers urban outdoor activities for the cautious and the adventurer, the lone traveller and the group. Expert guides on the island help you find your activity; paddle quietly along the town’s beautiful shore or make the island your base for a wilderness adventure on the glittering waves of Lake Vättern or in the deep, ancient forests of Tiveden.

Outdoor Kids – a wonderful experience for the youngest visitors, is offered during Barnveckan (Children’s Week).

Island glamping

And with a bird’s-eye view of your surroundings, you can spend the night by the crackling fireplace in one of the island’s awesome tree-tents. Make yourself comfortable in a teepee or pitch your tent right by the water and enjoy the view of small-town life. Relax by the campfire or work up a sweat in the sauna tent, go for a swim, or try your luck at fishing. Perhaps you want to enjoy a meal in the island’s historic buildings, the beautiful pavilion and the dance and skittle alley, or take an evening stroll across the footbridge into the quaint town of Askersund. The adventure – or relaxation – starts here!

TIPS

Stjernsund Farm Shop is located close to the castle park. Visit the egg shed or shop for locally pro- duced articles. The Egg Trail is a beautiful walk between Stjernsund and Askersund that will take you passed Stockshammar, an inspira- tional home furnishing store.

TIPS

The area around Knalla Mine has plenty to discover from ancient mining. Visit Västerby and Garpa mines, or hike the Mariedamm Trail passed old mine shafts, and see traces of historic iron making from well-preserved blast furnace areas.

Watch a coal pile!

When the coal piles are lit in the forests, it’s a real party. The carefully arranged piles traditionally bear women’s names for good luck and good charcoal. Experience ancient craftsmanship and peek into the coal huts, taste “coal buns” with lingonberries and bacon, and listen to sorrowful, beautiful songs. For more information, please see the event calendar: www.visitaskersund.se

Food & Coffee

Lake Vättern char, scoop ice cream, shrimp sandwich, or warm tomato soup? Fill your summer with delicious moments!

“Sjön suger” is an old Swedish saying. It simply means that being on the lake makes you hungry. Being a tourist makes you hungry too! In Askersund Harbour, you can find several harbour huts with a wide selection of lighter dishes and around town are nice restaurants and cafés. Hop off the mini train and sit down in the café of Askersund’s

Heritage Centre. Other dining venues and cafes are located both in and around town. Olshammarsgården’s cuisine is a classic, as is the harbour ice cream. Enjoy a stylish moment at Stjernsund’s castle cafe, try a tasty shrimp sandwich from the kiosk in Zinkgruvan, or get lost and find your way to the cafe at Labyrinten in Lerbäck. Or perhaps pay

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Restaurants & cafés

Askersundsgrillen & Pizzeria

Sundsbrogatan 13–15

696 30 Askersund

Å +46 583 102 54

GPS: 58.87970, 14.90536

butiken stjernsund

Butiken Stjernsund

Stjernsunds Gård, 696 92 Askersund

Å +46 70 671 69 70

www.butikenstjernsund.se

GPS: 58.85082, 14.93324

Bryggans Glass

Hamngatan 4A, Askersund

Å +46 72 737 50 10 linus@bryggansglass.se

GPS: 58.87725, 14.90301

Café Garvaregården, Hotel och B&B

Sundsgatan 4, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 583 104 45

www.cafegarvaregarden.com

GPS: 58.881055, 14.900208

Krogensomintefinns

Folketorp 220, Närkesberg

Å +46 70 229 22 13, +46 70 285 31 88

www.krogensomintefinns.se

GPS: 58.90732, 15.20047

Jako Sushi

Sundsbrogatan 16, Askersund

Å +46 583 221 00

jako.sushi@yahoo.com

GPS: 58.879461, 14.904388

Olshammarsgården

Olshammarsgården

Restaurang Casa Mia

Heidenstamsvägen, 696 73 Aspabruk

Heidenstamsvägen, 696 73 Aspabruk

Storgatan 25 A, Askersund

Å +46 583 504 30 • olsgarden@home.se

www.olshammarsgarden.se

Å + 46 583 504 30 • olshammarsgarden@ outlook.com • www.olshammarsgarden.se

 +46 583 131 27

resturantecasamia@outlook.com

GPS: 58.774786, 14.796181

GPS: 58.774786, 14.796181

GPS: 58.879962, 14.90218

SIA-glassbod & Hamngrillen

Hamngatan 1

696 30 Askersund

Å +46 73 908 03 86

GPS: 58.87856, 14.900851

Zinkgruvan Kiosk & Grill

Åmmebergsvägen 8, Zinkgruvan

Å +46 583 204 92

GPS: 58.81390, 15.10845

Padel tennis court Mini Golf Pedal Go-karts Bike tracks Gaming hall

Askersunds kakelmakeri

Sundsgatan 20, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 73 841 00 97

www.kakelmakeriet.se

GPS: 58.882693, 14.899823

Askersunds Skoshop

Sundsbrogatan 7, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 583 121 50

www.askersundsskoshop.se

GPS: 58.879518, 14.902103

Blommor•Binderier•Inredning•Present Storgatan 19, Askersund

info@askersundsblommor.se

Å +46 583 71 10 21

GPS: 58.879409, 14.902397

Bergqvist Järn & Bygg AB

Smidesvägen 3, 696 33 Askersund

Å +46 583 120 35

www.bergqvist-jb.se

GPS: 58.891106, 14.916869

Boutique Britta

Torget, Askersund

Å +46 583 106 81

GPS: 58.880195, 14.902965

Delta Webbyrå AB

Trädgårdsgatan 5 696 30 Askersund

www.delta.se

Å +46 583 130 30

Europa Mode

Storgatan 22, 696 30 Askersund

europa.mode@hotmail.com

Å +46 76 208 55 86

GPS: 58.88014, 14.902396

Gammalt & Nytt

Hamntorget, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 70-625 35 39, +46 70-555 57 51

gammaltonytt@yahoo.com

Handlar’n i Åmmeberg

Vårbyvägen 1, 696 75 Åmmeberg

Å +46 583 341 50

www.handlarn.se

GPS: 58.865787, 14.998881

www.kallestradgard.se

Lekextra - Lek • Bad • Kläder

Storgatan 18, Askersund

Å +46 583 71 13 11, www.lekobusa.se askersund@lekextra.se

GPS: 58.879299, 14.902619

Lilla Torgboden

Sundsbrogatan 3, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 70 643 41 10

GPS: 58.279391, 14.901181

Frisör & Interiörbutik

Ann-So e Åkesson

Rönne Trädgård

Rönne 407, Rönneshytta

Å +46 583 400 33

www.ronnetradgard.se

GPS: 58.93302, 15.02856

The Final Torgparken 1, Askersund, Å+46 583-71 10 60 the_final_askersund@hotmail.se

www.thefinalaskersund.weebly.com

GPS: 58.880217, 14.902963

Ann-Sofie Åkesson • Elin Nylin •

Tel: 070-276 23 00, 0583-106 55

Cecilia Edvardsson

Väderkvarnsgatan 25, 696 30 Askersund

Stöökagatan 13, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 70 276 23 00

GPS: 58.88019, 14.904231

Sleep well

Askersund offers a great mix of accommodation to suit all preferences: comfortable hotels in manor surroundings with romantic rooms, affordable hostels, or charming B&Bs in an old-fashioned setting.You’ll find campsites with lakefront views, RV parks in beautiful scenery, and cabins with the forest right on your doorstep. Just choose what suits you and your family best.

Aspa Herrgård

696 93 Aspa bruk

Å +46 583 503 60, info@aspaherrgard.se

www.aspaherrgard.se

GPS: 58.77606, 14.80444

Garvaregården – Hotel, B&B & Café

Sundsgatan 4, 696 30 Askersund

Å +46 583 104 45

www.cafegarvaregarden.com

GPS: 58.881055, 14.900208

Hamgården Nature Resort Tiveden

Baggekärr 8, 695 97 Tived

Å +46 584 47 40 30 • info@hamgarden.se

www.hamgarden.se

GPS: 58.79.5812, 14.54.1049

Harge Bad & Camping

Hargebadsvägen 89, 696 94 Hammar

Å +46 583 77 01 23

www.hargefritid.se

GPS: 58.787064, 14.974022

Hotel PerOlofGården

Lerbäck Perolofgården 326, 694 96 Åsbro (Askersund)

Å +46 583 405 35 • www.perolofgarden.se

GPS: 58.959171, 15.063908

Hyddans Zon och Gård – Bisafari, behandling, boende i stuga och B&B

Markebäck Skogshyddan 911

Å +46 72 961 69 10, www.hyddans.se

GPS: 58.880467, 14.77585

Olshammarsgården

Olshammarsgården

Rosendals Stugor

Stenkällegårdens Camping Tiveden

Heidenstamsvägen, 696 73 Aspabruk

Heidenstamsvägen, 696 73 Aspabruk

Rosendal, 696 93 Aspa bruk

Å +46 505 600 15

Å +46 583 504 30 • olsgarden@home.se

www.olshammarsgarden.se

Å + 46 583 504 30 • olshammarsgarden@ outlook.com • www.olshammarsgarden.se

Å +46 70 322 06 84

rosendalstugor@gmail.com

kontakt@stenkallegarden.se

www.stenkallegarden.se

GPS: 58.774786, 14.796181

GPS: 58.774786, 14.796181

GPS: 58.769068, 14.801974

GPS: 58.680998, 14.598856

RV Parks

ASKERSUND

Askersund Citycamp & Gästhamn and Sundsängen (no pre-booking)

+46 583 140 80, +46 70 592 82 30

KÅRBERG

Rosendals Festgård

+46 70 217 02 46

MARIEDAMM

Mariedamms Ställplats

+46 73 338 10 61

OLSHAMMAR

Aspa Båtklubb, Gästhamn & Ställplats +46 70 513 02 64

TIVEDEN

Revelbadets Camping

+46 70 674 78 62

AskersHund, Tivedsporten

+46 70 783 10 02

ZINKGRUVAN

Knalla Gruva, Ställplats (only

electricity) +46 72 737 43 00

Ställplats Zinkgruvan, Lönns kurva

+46 70 243 51 77

ÅMMEBERG

Askersunds Golfklubb (for golfers)

+46 583 349 43

Åmmebergs Båtklubb, Gästhamn & Ställplats +46 70 229 71 20

Scenic overnight accommodations

Bergsgården, Närkesberg

GPS: 58.90492, 15.24392

Dammtorp, Tiveden

GPS: 58.78279. 14.61986

Stora Mosshult, Tiveden

GPS: 58.83885, 14.61887

RV Parks

Claim your spot with views of the harbour and the town, by the beautiful archipelago, or in exciting mining surroundings.

Askersund offers RV parks for all tastes. You can opt to stay centrally, just a short walk from Askersund’s old quarters. Gaze out across the harbour from “Askersunds Citycamp & Gästhamn” (RV Park & Marina) where small town life, with its wonderful activities, shopping, and select events welcome you all year round. Or enjoy the archipelago by northern Lake Vättern from the beachside RV park of Aspa Boat Club. Rent a kayak and glide along the islands, or discover the enchanted forests of Tiveden by bike. If mining history is what you’re after, you’ll find it by Knalla Mine, Lönns Kurva and Mariedamm RV parks. You can walk around among historic

buildings and visit the exciting mining museum or abandoned mines. Or are you in the mood for a round of golf? Then head to Askersund Golf Club by Kärraviken Marina in Åmmeberg.

Our overnight accommodations in scenic surroundings are a simpler alternative to our camping pitches. Here you can spend the night close to nature if you don't feel the need for services and amenities but still want to feel safe and welcome.

And don’t forget to pack your bathing suit and hiking boots, because in Askersund, you’re never far from the nearest swim area or hiking trail. Welcome!

TIPS – Access to free latrine emptying in Askersund. For more information: www.visitaskersund.se

The right of common access is something you use when walking, canoeing or even just sit on a rock. The right of common access is a unique opportunity to all of us to roam freely in the Swedish outdoors. But we also have to show responsibility towards nature and animal life and be considerate to the needs of landowners as well as other visitors. Try to minimise any disruption or disturbance as you move around the countryside. For more information pick up a leaflet about Allemansrätten (the right of common access) at VisitAskersund Turistinformation or see www.naturvardsverket.se/allemansratten

“Allemansrätten”

Developing in progress with support from Leader Mellansjölandet and EU agriculture fund.

Micke Schyrman Däck Bragegatan 3

696 31 Askersund

Å +46 70-555 57 51 mikael@schyrman.com

Hedströms Motor Parkgatan 3, 696 33 Askersund

Å +46 583 106 20 • +46 70 256 09 79 www.hedstromsmotor.eu GPS: 58.886919, 14.913074

SECONDHANDBUTIKEN KUPAN

Secondhandbutik Kupan, Askersund Svenska Röda Korset Kontakt Ulla Neander askersund.lerback@redcross.se www.rodakorset.se

Jonas’ Car & Tyre Services

Parkgatan 5 • Tel +46 583 100 72 • www.jbd.nu

WE DO ANYTHING FOR YOUR CAR!

A comprehensive auto workshop of Bosch Car Service – the largest, independent auto workshop chain in the world. We help you with any type of car repair or service for any make or model –gasoline, diesel, and electric cars.

Åmmebergsvägen 7

696 74 Hammar Phone: +46 583 77 00 12 www.garagethammar.se

Welcome to our churches

+46 70 389 83 00 www.vatternkajak.com info@vatternkajak.se

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Askersunds Municipality

Area: Total area 1025,21 km2, 819,88 km2 land and 205,33 km2 water.

Population: 11 490 inhabitants. (September 2022, Source: SCB 2022-12-07)

History: Askersund received its town privileges in 1643. The town charter is signed by Kristina, Queen of Sweden. Askersund Municipality was formed in 1971 through the merging of three municipalities: Askersund, Lerbäck, and Hammar.

Economy: The number of registered companies is about 1300.The largest are Zinkgruvan Mining, Ahlstrom-Munksjö AB, Alfapac AB, ITS Logistikpartner AB and Abigo Medical AB. Other major companies in the area include Skyllbergs Bruks AB and Svensk GlasÅtervinning AB. In addition, retail, tourism and farming also make substantial contributions.

More information at

www.askersund.se

Celebrities from Askersund: Verner von Heidenstam – author and poet; Folke Dahlberg – author and artist; Eva Eastwood – singer/songwriter; Tom Nordahl – singer and TV talent show participant; Bertil Boo – singer, starred in the popular Åsa Nisse films in the 1950s and 60s and 10 local “thieves” from the SVT series “Tjuv & Polis”.

Major sights:

Stjernsund Palace

Knalla Mining Museum

Garpa mine

Askersund country church

Askersund beach front

Harge beach

The islands of northern Lake

Vättern

Tiveden National park

Sjöängen Cultural Centre

Lerbäck Theatre

Lake Fagertärn

Birgitta Church in Olshammar

Askersund Heritage Centre

VisitAskersund Turistinformation

Best Western Hotel Norra Vättern

Garvaregården Hotel

Kulturhuset Sjöängen

Olshammarsgården

Hotel PerOlofGården

TIPS

In Askersund, we are constantly working to improve the possibilities for sustainable travel. Find your sustainable trip here:

www.sj.se

www.lanstrafiken.se

www.swebus.se

www.skaraborgaren.nu

www.nettbuss.se

www.bergslagencycling.com

Plan your trip here: www.resrobot.se

www.reseplanerare.norrlandsresan.se

Useful maps

VisitAskersund Turistinformation offers free overview maps, as well as detailed maps, covering specific areas, for sale. Maps for download are available at www.visitaskersund.se

Parking Parking disc

Many car parks in Askersund require the use of a parking disc. The disc is free and can be picked up at VisitAskersund Turistinformation, in the town hall reception or in many local shops. Please refer to the signs at each car park for information on how long you can park free.

Long stay car park

Several car parks allow parking up to 24 hours. For more information, please contact VisitAskersund Turistinformation.