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