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Romantic Getaways and Hidden Gems in Sweden
A charming town with fairy tale vibes A visit to Trosa is like finding oneself in a story by children’s book author Astrid Lindgren. The small town is bursting with picturesque scenery, friendly locals and delicious food. By Malin Norman
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Photos: Trosa Tourist Center
Trosa is known for its charming streets and wooden houses with glass-enclosed verandas. “Trosa is a fairy tale,” tourism director Malin Karlsson smiles. “Our visitors appreciate the small-town atmosphere, idyllic scenery and friendly locals. It’s like being in a story by Astrid Lindgren.” It is therefore no surprise that the town features in productions such as the film about fictional character Kalle Blomkvist and the popular German TV series Inga Lindström. But the town has plenty to offer in addition to its delightful décor. One of the summer highlights is Trosa Vintage Weekend, an antiques market and auction with expert valuation of jewellery, crockery, watches and the like, taking place on 17-18 June. Another unmissable event is the tradi78 |
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tional Trosa Harvest and Crafts Market on 27 August, with focus on home-grown products.
who want to stay the night. This includes the classic Trosa Stadshotell & Spa with genuine character and a restaurant dining room from the 1800s; the charming Bomans Hotell with unique interiors and new things to discover every time; and Ågården with its beautiful courtyard.
Discovering the local restaurants is of course compulsory. Fina Fisken serves rustic specialities such as herring, and Karlsson recommends Marsipangården’s marzipan factory and café, which has featured in a show with famous TV chef Rachel Allen. Visitors can also explore the historic sites in the town centre on a self-guided tour, take a boat trip to the archipelago, go on a hike along Sörmlandsleden, or visit one of the castles nearby. Easily accessible by train or bus from Stockholm, Trosa is ideal for a day trip and there are plenty of options for those
For more information, please visit www.trosa.com and follow @visittrosa on Instagram.