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Ten Destinations to Visit in Sweden, 2024
Skövde – the family getaway with something for everyone You might describe Skövde as a “city not far away”. It’s only an hour from Göteborg by train, or two from Stockholm. Perfect for a family getaway or a boot camp for the cross-country skiing elite, Skövde has it all – shopping, nightlife, and outdoor activities. By John Sempill
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Photos: Tobias Andersson
If you arrive by train, you’ll enter the heart of Skövde . The train literally stops on the doorstep of the main city square, or not far from it. The city’s cultural centre is right across from the train station, and the main square, only a block away, is surrounded by picturesque 17th-century architecture. “It’s a city with a lot to offer”, says Charlotte Backman, marketing manager for 54
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Issue 162
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January 2024
Next Skövde. “A lot of people come here for the shopping. It’s sort of a shopping hub for the surrounding areas and cities. We also have a good assortment of restaurants in all sorts of price categories and themes.” Top standards for Vasalopp training On top of shopping and food, the city has an array of leisure and recreational activities to offer. To start with, it’s an official Vasalopp Centre. For all you cross-country skiing enthusiasts that means you’ll have the highest standards for preparing and training. And, not only does Billingen Skövde - the highland area rising from the city - cater to cross-country skiers, but also cyclists and runners.