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Culture
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Historic Homes
Experience
SKINNSKATTEBERG
2018
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LAKES AND
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Images
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HISTORY MEETS NATURE
- 14 different protected enviroments
LET’s journey through time

CONTENT
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Experience
Culture
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Outdoor
Fishing
Taste
Manor life Coal hut Wolf safari
There is no official tourist office in Skinnskatteberg. Instead
we leave our tourism info at our government offices, at area
businesses and with other enthusiastic locals who come into
contact with visitors along the way.
Contact Tourist Information to get more tips on what you can
experience in Skinnskatteberg.
Contact our touristinformation for more information.
Phone: +46 (0)222-51 57 40
turistinfo@skinnskatteberg.se
www.skinnskatteberg.se
Cover photo: Valkyria Nordenberg
Warmest welcome from your editors!
Therese Kihlander, Business and Tourism Coordinator
Gabriel Andersson, Editorial Staff
Malin Friback, Editorial Staff
Kulturriket i Bergslagen
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Welcome
The editorial staff, the municipality and entrepreneurs and organizations in the tourism industry wishes you a
pleasant visit here in the hidden treasure that is Skinnskatteberg.
Are you looking for excitement and adventure, tranquility and nature, luxury and quality of life, or perhaps a mixture?
No matter what, you can find it here in Skinnskatteberg.
Skinnskatteberg is located amongst several major Swedish cities. Here in the idyllic Bergslagen we offer the
alternative to the big city pulse and tempo. We hope this magazine will help you in your desire to find things to
experience in Skinnskatteberg. We also hope you will enjoy your stay here as much as we do, welcome!
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Find what you are
looking for!
Experience
Listen to the silence with fishing
pole in hand, treat yourself to a
day in a Bergslag forest at one
of our many nature reserves
or hiking trails, look for wildlife
during a guided tour, or take a
trip back in time at our cultural
heritage spots. Maybe a day at
the spa, world class art viewing
or horseback riding are what
you’d love to try. Either way, you
can discover your adventure
here.
Taste
A taste experience the White
Guide has recommended, a
classic blueberry pie, genuine
Belgian ice cream, small batch
beers for the gourmet palate, a
real “Swedish Fika,” or “afternoon
tea,” or a cooling drink from
locally grown berries. Whether
it’s a unique taste experience
you are after or a proven
concept, you’ll find it here.
Lodging
Manor homes, Coalminers Huts,
Country Farms or something
in between? You are welcome
to check-in in Skinnskatteberg.
Waterfront living next to one of
our hundreds of lakes with
nature experiences just around
the corner. Forests and fresh
water are you closest neighbors.
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To make it easier for you to plan your visit to us, we have divided our magazine into three categories,
represented by the three symbols shown on the left. Use these three symbols to find places to eat, sleep and
experience something special. The symbols may be used together to show what each tourist attraction has
to offer. We hope this simplifies your vacation planning in Skinnskatteberg.
Share your memories of Skinnskatteberg with family and friends
on social media. Use hashtag #upplevskinnskatteberg and let
others enjoy your favorite spots. Maybe you even help others to
find all the hidden treasures Skinnskatteberg has to offer.
We promise, our town is so photogenic, you won’t need filters.
#upplevskinnskatteberg
Visit our local Skinnskatteberg website for more information on
what’s happening in our area for 2018.
www.upplevskinnskatteberg.se/evenemang
Check out TripAdvisor’s homepage and review the places you visit:
www.tripadvisor.se
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Experience
Baggbrobygdens byalag
A group of individuals in the village of Baggbron take care of the old school
house and have a variety of activities and markets during the year.
Don’t miss your chance to race a duck, take a fika or ride a tractor during one
of their seasonal events:
• Spring Market, 26 May from 10am-2pm.
Flea market, plants and home baked goods for sale in the school.
• Baggbron Day, 28 July from 10am-5pm.
Ride a tractor taxi, visit the craft market, car boot sale,
family fun by the lake and a duck race to finish off the day.
• Christmas Market, 1 December from 10am-2pm.
Café with traditional porridge and sandwiches, crafts,
Christmas trees, wreaths, breads and candies.
Mrs. Claus will also be visiting and horse and wagon rides offered.
Rental of location available for private parties and other gatherings.
A well-stocked kitchen is included in all rentals.
Book via Solveig Westman, +46 (0)222-151 78
Information: Monika Hjort +46 (0)222-417 12, +46 (0)70-219 11 20
Book via Solveig Westman,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-151 78
Information: Monika Hjort
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-417 12,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70-219 11 20
Webbsite:
www.baggbron.se
You can also find them on
Facebook.
Search: Byalaget i Baggbron
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Jonas Vildmark
Jonas Vildmark (Jonas Wilderness) offers courses and
experiences around Bushcraft and Survival.
Jonas Vildmark Bushcraft Center at Lienshyttans Manor
in Riddarhyttan hosts a range of courses in hunting,
mastery of fire, technique and care of knives and axes,
on-site crafting, outdoor expertise and survival.
Visit the Orangeri where home baked desserts are
served in a rustic setting. The Handelsbod also sells
quality bushcrafting equipment on the premises.
Welcome to Jonas Vildmarks Bushcraft Center
in beautiful Bergslagen!
Tel/Phone +46 (0) 70 620 51 66 (Jonas Landolsi)
Tel/Phone +46 73 2706124 (Therese Landolsi)
Lienshyttans Herrgård,
Hyttvägen 1, 730 91 Riddarhyttan
E-mail: info@jonasvildmark.com
Visit: www.jonasvildmark.com
for opening hours.
Lerkulans Adventure & AllFix
Claybullet is one option but Lerkulan (aka claybullet in Swedish) is an adventure company with
many exciting activities for young and old! Lerkulan Adventure Company is in the village of
Lerkulan, 6 km outside Skinnskatteberg on a private farm.
Places for RV or caravan hookups are also available.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70 - 492 14 58
Lerkulan 1, 739 91 Skinnskatteberg
Email: claybullet@hotmail.com
www.claybullet.com
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Lösa tyglar
“Loose Reins” offers a horse experience for
everyone in beautiful Bergslag nature! Take a
tour in the forest, take a lesson on the track, learn
horse agility in an afternoon or stay the weekend
and discover a world of horses in Lövslättens
fields. Cottage with comforts is available for rent.
Contact us for more details.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)76 - 119 42 88
Lövslätten
Email: helena@losatyglar.se
www.losatyglar.se
Forsen Islandic Horses
Discover what is unique about these Nordic horses at Forsen Islandic
Horses. Tours made to order from 1 hour to 2 days with accommodation
included. Email or call for more info.
The 20-22 of July is LAG-SM held at the facilities for the second year in a row
Tel/Phone +46 (0)76 - 102 67 09,
+46 (0)222 - 135 00
Fors Gård, 73091 Riddarhyttan
Email: info@forsenislandshastar.se
www.forsenislandshastar.se
Kreativ Kropp och Själ
Kreativ Body and Soul is a many faceted center where two companies work
together with heart and soul to strengthen your creativity, be it in your body
or in your soul. Is craftsmanship or nutrition for the body something you are
looking for? Find it here! You are offered everything from single lessons
to courses. Lifeyoga, MediYoga and Restorative Yoga. meditation and
massage. Crafts, ironsmith, bronze and silver casting, carving with fresh
wood, rope making and other traditional crafts.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)73-261 31 85
Riddarhyttans Park
Fagerstavägen 32
730 91 Riddarhyttan
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Wild Sweden
Experience wild animals like moose, beaver, wolves or brown bears in their natural habitat.
Travel in small groups with an experienced guide who offers a genuine adventure and extensive knowledge.
After your tour, stay in a local accommodation and enjoy locally produced food.
Take yourself here via train, rental car or from our flight transfers from Stockholm.
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Tel/Phone +46 (0)70 - 610 61 50
Email: info@wildsweden.com
www.wildsweden.com

CULTURE
Kulturhuset Korpen
In a boldly designed building opposite the church, in central Skinnskatteberg, Kulturhuset Korpen is a center for both
participation and enjoyment of the arts.
Film, theater and concerts are often featured on the program, but lectures and debates also take place.
The facility is equipped with modern sound and light technology with high speed internet and a digital projector.
Tables, chairs and conference areas are also available. Annually, 100 public events are held here.
The cultural center is closed during summer. Interested in our upcoming events?
Check out our online program at www.skinnskatteberg.se or www.kulturhusetkorpen.se
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Galleri Astley
Instagram: Galleri Astley
Facebook: Galleri Astley
Galleri Astley is an exciting cultural hub known among
art enthusiasts throughout the world. Started in 1968
by Astley Nyhlén and family in Köping then moved in
1977 to its current location in Uttersberg. The stately
railway station from 1897 (designed by Theodor Dahl)
became the new home for the gallery. In the mid-1980s
Uttersberg’s historic brick magazine was renovated to
accommodate the gallery’s expanded operations. Exhibitions
are held year round in these adjoining buildings
and a sculpture park emerges from the grounds outside.
Works by established Swedish and international
artists focus on painting, graphics and sculpture - from
figurative to abstract expressionism. On the lower level
of the large magazine there is a glass, ceramics and
jewelry store by artisans from all over Sweden.
The gallery also has a print and screen workshop,
and arranges concerts and other activities
(see current program on the website).
Museum Tree of Life by
Ernst Neizvestny
Instagram: Ernst Neizvestny Museum Sweden
Facebook: Museum Tree of Life by Ernst Neizvestny
Museum Tree of Life by Ernst Neizvestny is the
largest collection in Europe with sculpture, painting
and graphics by the Russian born Neizvestny. Famous
for the monument of the Lotus flower at the Assuan
Dam in Egypt, Nikita Khrushchev’s tombstone, and two
major monuments for Stalin’s victims in Magadan and
Yekaterinburg, Russia, Neizvestny lived in the US from
1977 till his death in 2016. But summers in Uttersberg
played an important role for this international artist as
an unspoiled and tranquil retreat from the hectic pace
of his New York life.
Café Guldmisteln
On the lower level of the gallery is Café Guldmisteln.
Traditional homemade desserts and simple sandwiches
served. Larger groups can be accommodated by
booking in advance.
Galleri Astley, Konstmuseet Galleri Astley,
Café Guldmisteln och
Museum Tree of Life by Ernst Neizvestny:
Uttersberg, 73992 Skinnskatteberg
Tel/phone +46 (0)222-32120
E-mail: galleri.astley@tele2.se
www.galleriastley.com
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Skinnskattebergs
Hembygdsförening
Skinnskattebergs Hembygdsförening hosts Midsommar
celebrations on the grounds of their cultural museum on
Malmvägen 12 in Skinnskatteberg.
Visit their museum showing how life was lived at the start of
the 20th century. See Sweden’s oldest wooden boat dating
back to the 8th century and visit their summer café during
Saturdays and Sundays in July with live music.
The last Sunday closes with an open air church service.
Flea market also!
Open tuesdays from 15pm to 17pm
Johnny Strömberg,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70-586 95 68.
Guide of the premises can be booked
GRAFIKVERKSTAN
GODSMAGASINET
Grafikverkstan in Uttersberg is a workshop where artists, poets
and graphic designers from around the world come to work. The
workshop is equipped with gravure and book printing and hosts
regular events, workshops and seminars. Check out the workshops
website and Facebook page to see a list of upcoming events.
Grafikverkstan Godsmagasinet is a non-profit company run by
artists and art lovers.
Lars Nyberg and Lina Nordenström,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)73-5641167.
www.grafikverkstan.se
Facebook: www.facebook.com/
GGprintstudio/
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Welcome to Ekomuseum Bergslagenbeautiful
nature and exciting history.
There’s plenty of beauty in Bergslagen with large forests
and lakes, sparkling streams and blue-hued mountains.
This wilderness also bears the history of the region and
the tradition of iron production dates back more than 2000
years. At Roda Jorden (Red Earth) in Riddarhyttan you
can take a trip back in time to see how red earth is
converted to iron. Or visit Järnets Dag (Iron Day) in
Karmansbo and a see a different take on working with iron
from the more recent past. There are many places to see
in the Ekomuseums constellation of historic hotspots, from
manor homes to mines, earthen huts to charming gazebos.
News
This summer the Ekomuseum includes 68
historically significant locations,
with 14 of them in Skinnskatteberg.
Two new additions this year include the
Oxbron railway cottage from the 19th century
and Skräppbo’s Culture Reserve,
a cultural center for artists and a place to
preserve the history of the region.
#Järnrutten
Be sure to visit iron week from
June 30th to July 8th.
Visit their English website for daily activities:
www.ekomuseum.se
Oxbrons
banvaktstuga
Oxbron railway
cottage is one of the
few preserved railway
cottages in Sweden.
In addition to the
cottage, this well
preserved property
includes a wood shed
and ‘secret house’, and
possibility for
overnighting hikers.
Kulturreservatet i
Skräppbo
The Cultural Reserve in
Skräppbo is a place
where artefacts gather,
and is a living cultural
center whose activities
are based on collaboration
between artists
and the surrounding
community. The goal is
for everyone to be able
to express themselves,
to create and to learn -
together.
www.teatermaskinen.com
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Ebba Brahes
lusthus
Mistress to king Gustav II
Adolf from the 1600’s, Ebba
Brahe was a formidable
business woman who gave
birth to 14 children and had
a taste for the finer things in
life. Sweden’s oldest wooden
gazebo is a romantic destination
and was once a part of
her private estate. Café open
summertime serving their
classic blueberry cake.
See page 36 for more info.
Phone
+46 (0)222-260 66
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Skinnskatteberg’s
herrgårdsmiljö
A beautiful place in the
middle of Skinnskatteberg.
Skinnskatteberg’s manor
house was built in 1779 by
Wilhelm Hising now a School
of Forestry. A summer café is
close by, see info on page 12.
Tel/Phone
+46 (0)222-450 45
Hembygdsgården Café and
Museum
Tel/Phone
+46 (0)70 - 586 95 68,
+46 (0)70 - 245 72 83
www.skbghbf.se
Kolarbyn
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A village of 12 coal miner’s
huts nestled in a blueberry
forest this Ecolodge has
been voted Sweden’s most
primitive hotel. Kolarbyn
offers a variety of all-inclusive
packages including wildlife
tours, bushcraft courses and
catering. STF-hostel.
Available for larger groups.
Phone +46 (0)70-400 70 53
www.kolarbyn.se
Read more on page 34
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Bastnäs gruvfält
Historic mineral-rich mine
with remaining slag pile and
unique pulley house, the only
remaining of its kind in its
original location.
Bastnäs Mine is also a
habitat for at least two
types of bats.
Phone
+46 (0)222-133 30
Fors Gård, 73091
Riddarhyttan
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Kopparverket
Since the Middle Ages this
has been a site for copper
production. Hiking trail
around the falls.
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Lokstallet & KURJ
The only remaining train
depot along the historic Köping-Uttersberg-Riddarhyttan
railway. Open upon request.
www.lokstallet1093.se
Read more on page 26
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Lienshyttans
masugn
Impressive blast furnace, rebuilt
in 1894 and in operation
until 1959. A slope of blue
green slag stones remain on
premises and is a culturally
protected landmark.
Phone: +46 (0)222-133 30
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Röda Jorden
The red earth has been the
site of iron production for over
2,700 years. Mobile phone
guides are on site. Make iron
the old fashioned way on
”Red Earth Day”.
Phone: +46 W(0)222-133 30
Krampen
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Railway station and site of
a Russian camp from the
Second World War. Hundreds
of Soviet soldiers sought refuge
here in 1944 later to be
returned to their government
to face an uncertain future.
Phone
+46 (0)222 -321 20, 320 44
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Uttersberg’s
Ironworks
Ironworks since the 1500’s
now home to art museum
Galleri Astley, with café,
boutique, sculpture park and
the Grafikverkstan Godsmagasinet
on premises.
Phone
+46 (0)222-321 20,
+46 (0)222-320 44
www.galleriastley.com
Grafikverkstan
Godsmagasinet
www.grafikverkstan.se
Read more on page 11
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Karmansbo
bruksmiljö
Well-preserved Lancashire
smith with ovens, water
wheels and roller mills for the
production of fine bar iron.
A real smithy shows how to
work with iron on ”Iron Day”.
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Färna bruksmiljö
Majestic manor house from
1857. Unique mosaic
mausoleum created using
blue-hued slag stones,
conference hotel, boutique,
spa, manor house and park
on premises.
Phone
+46 (0)222- 281 90
www.fernaherrgard.se
Herrgårdsboden, clothes and
home decor
Phone
+46 (0)222-281 81
Read more on pages 37 & 40
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OUTDOOR
Get to know Skinnskatteberg on foot, from your car, or maybe in a
canoe. In the heart of the Bergslag forest it’s OK, you can enjoy your
adventure at your own pace.
Nature lovers and hikers alike will love our rich Bergslag forests and
our clean Mälardalen lakes. Stare at your reflection while paddling a
canoe through Baggbron, hike to Matkullen, Västmanland’s highest
point, or see where the termites own the forest on Ormdalstigen.
Hiking trails and
Footpaths
In Skinnskatteberg we have a lot of hiking trails that invites to exiting experiences. You find a few of them below.
The distance is written in the Swedish units of measurement.
Bruksleden
Through Västmanland, from Västerås in the south to Avesta and
Malingsbo in the north, Bruksleden stretches 25 kilometers long and
is divided into 27 sections. From the plains of Mälardalen you can
walk north into the deep forests and rolling terrain of the Bergslag
forest. The trail passes through a variety of natural landscapes where
small farming villages rich in history and cultural attractions help to
create a memorable and picturesque hike.
For each section there are maps and descriptions that you can print
from their website:
www.bruksleden.se
Geologislingan
The full loop is 11 miles long, but you decide the length
of the journey yourself. Around Malingsbo, Baggå valley
and Riddarhyttan you will find many geological traces
from the ice age. High rounded stones and deep pits
are easily visible as reminders of receding glaciers.
Travel by car, bike, or long hike or take a guided tour on
an Islandic horse.
Romboleden
Västmanlands part of a pilgrimage route that
travels from Munktorp, Sweden to Trondheim,
Norway to a total length of 850 kilometers.
Ormdalsstigen
Located in Baggå valley this 5 kilometers
long loop is part of the geology track
(Geologislingan). This natural reserve
shelters many old pines and many forest
termite nests. Allow for 2-3 hour hike with
lean-to’s along the way for resting.
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Karmansbo
This undulating 6.2 kilometers hike takes you through a beautiful forest and along
the edge of the ravine towards Hedströmmen River, and begins at Karmansbo
Ironworks. You can park at the smithy and visit the summer café with home baked
desserts. Take the gravel road south and walk over Köpingsvägen to enter the old
track as you follow south, then follow the trail over the fields leading to a path along
the west side of Hedströmmen River.
Aspebobäcken
Looking for an interesting nature experience in central Skinnskatteberg,
you should try the trail around Aspebäcken.
Here you can see the protected Skogsklocka (Campanula cervicaria) and the white
orchid. The trail leads you through forests and along Lake Skärsjon. Listen close
and you might hear the drumming of the three-toed woodpecker in an old pine.
Beach Walk
In central Skinnskatteberg is Nedre Vättern, with a clear and mostly paved walk
along this beautiful lake. There are also exercise stations along this walk for an
extra workout.
Bondslingan
This old‘farm trail’ takes you on a 3,5 kilometers walk on a mostly narrow and
moderately challenging trails into the forests at the top of the Masbo neighborhood.
Skinnskaeberg’s Ironworks /
Hedströmmen
Take this almost 3 kilometers loop and learn the history of the ironworks factory in
Skinnskateberg. A zig zagging trail that goes partially along the Hedströmmen River.
Visit the dock outside Skinnskatteberg’s manor house and the Swedish Agricultural
University campus for education of Forest Engineers and to learn about the 17 global
goals for sustainable development.
Skinnskatteberg - Ötjärn -
Skinnskatteberg
The 45 kilometers trip to Örtjärn offers alternating topography along beautiful lakes,
forests, meadows and hills. The surface is 90 percent gravel road. From the
crossroads just north of Lake Storsjön up to Örtjärn you get a steep climb, but the trail
leads to Örtjärn a peaceful and remote lake with a lean-to and place for camping and
grilling.
If you would like to know more about our hiking
trails please feel free to contact us via our
website www.skinnskattberg.se or contact our
tourism department at: Phone +46 (0) 222-51 57 40.
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Skinnskatteberg by Bike
Why not feel the wind in
your hair and indulge in
the amazing views by foot
or bike.
Pack a picnic basket and
take your family out on
bikes for the day, all at
your own pace.
Or, for a bigger challenge
why not choose one of our
trails for mountain biking.
Masbo
Do you like a longer tour in rugged terrain?
For this trail you will need a mountain bike with shocks.
There are 4 loops between 2.4 and 5.8 kilometers for the biker or
hiker who likes to face tougher challenges. Longest loop takes you
along the eastern edge of Lake Skärsjön.
Färna-Riddarhyttan Ride
This 74 kilometers tour takes you along the asphalt roads to Färna via Gunnilbo following one of Västmanlands most
beautiful lakes, Lake Långsvan, and past enchanted manors and historic villages like Bernshammar, Karmansbo and
Uttersberg. See Gallery Astley in Uttersberg with its international artwork and café, then follow the road to Riddarhyttan
and past Fors gård/farm where you can rent and ride Islandic horses, no previous experience required. This cycle
trip can take a few hours up to a few days if you like to stay over in Färna or at Liens camping in Riddarhyttan.
Long Gravel Ride
This trip takes you 87 kilometers around Skinnskatteberg
municipality on gravel roads and a well-prepared paths through a
rolling forest landscape along lakes and past historic factory settings.
Mountain bikes are recommended here, though it is possible on a
regular bike also. These gravel roads take you deeper into the forest
where you have a bigger chance of encountering wildlife as well as
many great spots for grilling or picnicking.
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Naturreservat
We have more than 15 nature reserves that are worth visiting in Skinnskatteberg. More info about all of our nature
reserves are available www.lansstyrelsen.se/Vastmanland
Otherwise, we suggest downloading their app Västmanlands Naturkarta.
Vargberget
At ‘Wolf Mountain’ there are old forests with ancient
pines and knotty red-berried Rowan trees as well as
aspens. The terrain is varied with heights and steep
mountain slopes. Here and there, rock boulders
and rock cliffs overlook the green moss. In summer
or autumn it is easy to fill a basket with berries or
mushrooms.
A roughly 450 meter long narrow path leads up to
Vargberget. At the top you can sit down for a snack or
lunch and look out over the view. Finish with a dip in
Örtjärn’s clear water. At the lake shore there is also a
lean-to with barbecue area.
Lappland
The Lapland Nature Reserve is a mosaic of open
marshes, barren pine fields and exposed mountain hills.
The landscape and species are reminiscent of Norther
Scandinavia, hence its name, and gives a sense of
unspoiled wilderness.
Råmyran
Råmyran bog lies in a depression in the hills between
Riddarhyttan and Baggå. There is a fresh water source
here as well as an old growth, wetland forest.
Ice age remnants can be found on this trail.
Matkullen
North of Baggbron (access also from road 233 in Baggå) and follow the orange trail blazes to
Västmanlands highest point, also part of Matkullen Nature Reserve. A view over Baggå valley
awaits at the end of this trail.
Canoe Adventure
Rent a canoe with any of the following local businesses: Wild Sweden, Kolarbyn EcoLodge,
Pensionat Udden B&B in Baggbron or Liens Camping in Riddarhyttan.
Beaver dams are a common sight and seeing beavers in their natural habitat is very likely at dawn
and dusk.
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FISHING
With 244 lakes and streams in our municipality you can as
Fishing enthusiasts will certainly find a home here among
one or many of our 244 lakes and waterways. Net fishing is
possible in some lakes. Pike, perch, and trout are a few of the fish you may find in our local waters.
Fly fishing is best in the Hedströmmen River. Many lakes are maintained by private companies or fishing
associations and Sveaskog takes care of many waterways as shown on their Svergigefiskekarta (fishing
map over Sweden).
Listed below you find places that are selling fishing licenses:
Liensjön
Tattartjärn, Gäddtjärn, Ljustjärn, Norstjärn
• Handlar´n, Riddarhyttan, tel/phone +46 (0)222-130 12
• Liens camping, Riddarhyttan, tel/phone +46 (0)222-135 55
• Runes Cykel & Sport, Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)222-101 62
• ICA Berghallen, Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)222-410 29
• Kiosken, Bernshammar, tel/phone +46 (0)222-301 50
• Oti Schilström, Fagersta,tel/phone +46 (0)223-540 10
• Willys sportfiske, Västerås, tel/phone +46 (0)21-14 44 14
• Jakto, Lindesberg, tel/phone +46 (0)581-130 15
• Måltavlan, Kolsva, tel/phone +46 (0)221-507 84,
Storsjön och
Vätternsjöarn
Hedströmmen
Pike perch, pike, trout and goose in one of the larger lakes or
why not get the fly fishing pole and fish in the water of
Hedströmmens water.
• Runes Cykel & Sport, Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)222-101 62
• Kiosken, Bernshammar, tel/phone +46 (0)222-301 50
• Strids Däckservice, Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)222-411 21
• Torgny Johansson, Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)70-343 92 46
• Sven-Gunnar Eriksson, tel/phone +46 (0)70-603 69 89
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Gunnilbo
fiskevårdsförening
Stora Kedjen, Lilla Kedjen och Gunnilboån.
Övre Gävjan, Kalven, Nedre Gävjan,
Dammängsån, Fantebosjön, Landforsen,
Bockhammarsån, Erlandsbobäcken och Dammen.
• Runes Sport Skinnskatteberg, tel/phone +46 (0)222-101 62
• Kafe Bockhammar, Bockhammar, tel/phone +46 (0)222-260 66
”The wind passes through the
reeds singing songs
about the silver”
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Municipal Bathing sites
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Skärsjön
Sun yourself on a sandy beach, grassy lawn or rocky ledge
surrounded by clear and cool water. This popular swimming spot
lies only a short walk or bike ride away from central
Skinnskatteberg and has changing cabins, toilets, floating docks,
jumping towers and even a beach volleyball court.
There is a trail for walking or cycling leaving from central
Skinnskatteberg.
The beach is managed by Knäppmora AIK.
Phone +46 (0)72-251 80 94
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Sandviksbadet
Child-friendly sandy beach in a scenic area equipped with
changing cabins, toilets and floating docks.
The bathing spot is located by Lake Långsvan south of Bysala.
Barbecue grill and tables are also available.
The beach is managed by Heds IF.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-301 55,
+46 (0)76-283 20 09
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Liens badplats
Sandy beach with many comforts for the whole family.
Changing cabins, playground, mini-golf, kiosk, toilets, jetty and
jumping tower. Lien is known for being one of the warmest lakes
in the area!
The beach is managed by Liens Camping.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-135 55
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In this map you find places to swim in pleasant surroundings
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1
2
Find your pearl
by the
water’s edge
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TASTE
Café Bockhammar
Summer café open next to Ebba Brahe’s famous
gazebo. Every summer, Café Bockhammar serves
its traditional blueberry cake and coffee. Take home
a souvenir of Västmanland from their selection of
handicrafts in wood, textile or ceramic. A large selection
of stone jewelry for sale and other semi-precious stones
are on exhibit. Brugmansia suaveolens cuttings and a
unique selection of geraniums are available for purchase
as well as an assortment of over 250 varieties on display.
Summer hours is may to september.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-260 66
Bockhammar 6A, 737 91 Fagersta
Email: cafe@bockhammar.se
www.bockhammar.se
Albinssons konditori
Traditional Swedish pastries and desserts baked inhouse.
Located in Skinnskatteberg’s center, you can
enjoy good coffee, tea and other drinks, a fresh pastry or
tasty light lunches and snacks served year round.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-100 08
Fagerstavägen 6, 739 30 Skinnskatteberg
Opening hours:
måndag-fredag: 09:00-17:00
Lördag: 10:00-14:00
Söndag: Stängt
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GlassParadiset
Delicious Belgian ice cream in Swedish waffle cones: A
winning concept! Look for the distinctive ice cream truck
around Skinnskatteberg, or book us for your next event.
Dessert or starter or just because, you never need an excuse
to eat ice cream.
Scoop ice cream that comes to where you are: Västmanland or
southern Dalarna.
On nice days you can find us at Skärsjön and Sandvik beaches
between 1:30- 4pm weeks 26-32.
Celebration or event?
Tel/Phone +(0)73-09 61 404
www.glassparadiset.com
Edithas wok
Editha’s Wok serves Asian cuisine during the summer
months with views of Nedre Vättern, Skinnskatteberg’s
biggest lake.
Open for lunch buffet or dinner with full bar.
A great place to eat and take in a beautiful
Swedish sunset.
Tel/Phone +46(0)22241580 /
+46 (0) 70-231 48 30
Aspvägen 5, Skinnskatteberg
Bosses grill
Pizza, kebabs, grilled meats and salads are served here.
Extensive outdoor seating with playground and water features.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-101 40
Bergslagsvägen 4, Skinnskatteberg
Bowlinghallen
Bar, restaurant and café.
Open until
May 15, 2018!
Tel. 0222 - 102 02, +46(0)702314830
Fagerstavägen 13, Skinnskatteberg
E-post: info@skinnskattebergbowling.com
www.skinnskattebergbowling.com
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Pizzeria Färna
Åsmsnsbovägen 12 Skinnskatteberg
Öppettider:
Tisdag – Fredag 11-20
Lördag – Söndag 12-20
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-280 11
Lokstallet & KURJ
This unique train house has a café, exhibitions
and antiquarian books. Open only by reservation
for larger groups, please contact us for more
information.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)73-040 23 31
www.lokstallet1093.se
Restaurang Station
Restaurant with both Italian and American pizza and
full bar in a historic train station, pub is open Friday and
Saturday nights.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-298 00
Bergslagsvägen 2, 739 30
Skinnskatteberg
www.restaurangstation.se
Bårestadsgrillen
Kiosk serving hamburgers, pizzas and much more. Soft serve
ice cream and toppings available. Outdoor and indoor seating.
Öppettider sommartid
Måndag - Torsdag 11:00-21:00. Fredag 11:00-22:00
Lördag - Söndag 12:00-21:30
Öppettider vintertid
Vardagar 11:00-21:00
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-102 55
Centralvägen 44, 739 30
Skinnskatteberg
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”Take the path leading to
the stunning aroma
of life living”
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24h
Find your spot
on a stone in the forest!
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Photo: Valkyria Nordenberg

Accommodation
Liens camping
Camping is located next to Lake Lien in Riddarhyttan.
Here you can camp with tent or caravan, rent a cabin,
eat out, play miniature golf, rent canoes and rowboats.
During the summer reception is open 9am-9pm
(restaurant open from 11am-8.30pm)
During the off season of late fall, winter or early spring,
reception is open on weekends.
Please call for more information on camping or rentals:
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-135 55
Fishing
Fly fishing permitted in the surrounding forests and even
closer to campsites is possible.
For info on fishing season see www.riddarhyttan.nu/fvf
Fishing licenses can be purchased in reception.
Miniature golf is available at Liens Camping and is open
when weather permits.
Liens Camping in Riddarhyttan offers a small restaurant
with family-friendly meals like hamburgers, schnitzel and
an expanded assortment of salads, baked potatoes and
other dishes. Camp store in reception has your basic
necessities.
Restaurant open 11am-8:30pm daily, or weekends
during the winter.
Please call for information Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-135 55
Liens Camping, Liensvägen 3,
730 91 RIDDARHYTTAN,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-135 55
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Stjärnvik, Norra Brickens bed & breakfast
Daily or weekly rentals available.
Country vacation home nestled by a lake. Enjoy the beautiful nature, peaceful lake waters, and the vibrant life at this
scenic gem. Wake up to a view of grazing horses and enjoy your private access to our fishing and swimming spots.
This historic farm dates back to the 1700s but is now equipped with modern conveniences, full kitchen, bedroom,
living room with fireplace and bathroom with shower.
We make it easy for you: Choose to have breakfast served or cook it yourself. Grill with the family or enjoy a local
restaurant. Easily sleeps 4 people but more beds are available and all bed linen, towels and cleaning are included in
the price. Pets by arrangement. The farm is located 18km from Skinnskatteberg and Fagersta at road 250. 45km from
Köping. 55Km from Västerås. 160Km from Stockholm. The hiking trail Bruksleden passes by the farm.
Contact: Barbro Wahlberg
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70 - 929 84 85
E-mail: brickennorragmnail.com
Stjärnvik 20, 737 91 Fagersta
Systemairhallen Sports Camp
Hostel and Hotel. Sleep in fully equipped hotel rooms or in dorms with bunk beds. In total there is room for 100
overnight guests. Forest just around the corner and close to fine swimming. Systemairhallen organizes training camps
with an indoor football hall with artificial turf in the Nordic standard.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70 - 259 72 04
Idrottsvägen 1, Skinnskatteberg
E-mail: Systemairhallen@gmail.com
www.systemairhallen.se
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Baggå Skola B&B
Opening Hours: Year Round
Relax and disconnect from the stresses of modern life.
Stay in historic Baggå Skola, a schoolhouse from the
1800’s, now an active organic farm on the edge of an
enchanted forest and right next to the Hedströmmen River.
Baggå Skola offers charming rooms in an inspiring setting
- a wonderful place for food enthusiasts and nature lovers
(summer café is on the premises - read about it below).
This unique B&B offers distinctive rooms with shared
bathrooms and breakfasts of fresh baked bread and other
treats. Grill, swim, explore, sleep late and relax at Baggå
Skola B&B!
Baggå Skola Café
Hours:
May & September: Saturdays 10am-4pm
June-August: Wed-Sat 10am-4pm
It’s happening in Baggå Skola Café! In this 135-year-old
schoolhouse, couple Amy and Tomas have established a
café and bed and breakfast. Early mornings in the garden
and laughter from the kitchen, the smell of freshly baked
bread and coffee mixes in this unique farm-to-table café
on the Hedströmmen River. Fresh wraps with garden
salad, in-house rhubarb juice, stimulating talks and happy
staff. Baggå School Café caters to all dietary needs and
also for larger parties.
Follow them on Facebook for today’s menu or visit Baggå
Skola Café Wed-Sat
10am-4pm during the summer. (Saturdays during spring &
autumn.)
Contact Baggå skola:
Forsbyn 10, 73991, Skinnskatteberg
Tel/Phone: +46 (0)73-568-1133
E-mail: skolgarden@live.com
www.BaggaSkola.com
Gisslarbo B&B
A small personal B & B next to road 250 in
a scenic setting around the Gisslarbo River.
Double / single rooms available with
shower and WC.
Buffet breakfast included.
Contact:
E-mail:
catharina.gyllenhammar@glocalnet.net
Webbsite: gisslarbocountryhouse.se
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Pensionat Udden B&B
Pensionat Udden is a guest house located 8km northwest of
Skinnskatteberg, beautifully situated on a peninsula in Lake
Storsjön with a private sandy beach. Pensionat Udden has
well-appointed lounge areas with TV and wood burning stove,
breakfast room and a spacious veranda overlooking the lake.
Great opportunities for activities, tours and relaxation in the
area.
This charming guesthouse has seven double rooms with
shower and toilet, individually decorated in soft tones.
Price includes breakfast buffet:
Double room 575 kr / person.
Single room 800 kr
COntact::
Eva Andersson
Tel/Phone +46(0)70-719 54 34
Opening hours:
1 maj - 30 november
Solmyra Guesthouse
och Flea market
Solmyra 56, 731 15 Kolsva
Between Färna and Kolsva on Lake Långsvan’s eastern
shore lies Solmyra 56 Guest house and flea market offering
four double rooms with comfortable double beds. Bed
linen, towels, and breakfast included.
Swimming only 100 meters from guesthouse and row
boats available for trips around the lake. Fishing available
with license purchased via Fiskekort.se.
Opening hours:
Open year around
Contact:
Tel/Phone +46 (0)73-140 14 42
Solmyra 56, 731 15 Kolsva
E-post: solmyra56hotmail.com
www.solmyra56.se
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KOLARBYN ECO
LODGE
Kolarbyn Eco-Lodge
Skärsjön, Fiskelevägen 73030 Skinnskatteberg
Stay at Sweden’s most primitive hostel. At Kolarbyn
you get no electricity nor running water. Instead, you
sleep well in front of the crackling fireplace and wake
up to birdsong. Silence, wilderness and exciting forest
experiences just a couple of hours from the big city
grind!
This hostel is comprised of 12 two-person coal huts in
the middle of a forest. Each hut comes with inflatable
matrasses covered in sheepskin furs and has a wood
burning stove where you cut your own wood and you
can gather your own blueberries just outside the door.
E-mail: info@kolarbyn.se
Tel/Phone +46 (0)70 - 400 70 53 (10am-16pm, but we
are located in the middle of the forest so the e-mail is
the more certain choice of communication).
www.kolarbyn.se
Opening hours:
5/11-1/5 Winter season, open at weekends and for
group booking.
2/5-4/11: Summer season. Open every day.
Check-in between 14pm-15pm,
Check-out 11am
We have thrilling packages of different experiences
for every taste to offer. Check them out:
www.kolarbyn.se
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Andersgården
This youth camp is beautifully situated by Lake
Långsvan and is available for rent for overnight
or day-long visits. 18 beds + 5 beds in the little
cottage. Modern kitchen, showers and toilet.
Basement equipped with sauna, showers, toilet and
laundry room. Private dock with boats, canoes and
barbecue areas. Playground and adventure site in
the nearby forest grove.
Hours
Year round
Phone weekdays 9am-5pm
Andersgården, Sunnanvik
Tel/Phone +46 (0)221 - 178 12,
+46 (0)70 - 375 80 91
Malingsbo camping
Stora Bäcken 77793 Söderbärke
Malingsbo Camping offers camping close to nature.
As a guest you get a cozy spot to call home and
can explore all the fishing and nature adventures
around you. Malingsbo Camping offers you a
relaxed spot where you can dust off the day’s stress
and unwind from the high tempo of your busy life.
Reception open:
June, July and August
8am – 8pm
Other times, visit: www.malingsbocamping.se
Contact:
Mikael Tarkka och Jani Niemelä
0240-35098
info@malingsbocamping.se
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Stallkarlsgården
Bockhammar
Bockhammar is 1 km from road 250 in
Stjärnvik, about 20 km south of Fagersta.
Stallkarlsgården is next to Ebba
Brahes Lusthus.
Accommodation in quiet, scenic and historic environment.
Live in a log house built in 1870 where you
have a modern kitchen, fully equipped for self-catering.
large cottage with TV, seating area and dining
table for 6-8 people, 2 bedrooms with 3 and 4 beds.
Bed linen and towels included. Bathroom with WC.
Veranda and garden with seating.
The house is smoke and animal free.
At Stallkarlsgården there is also the Loppisboden, find
your secondhand treasures here during the summer.
Hours:
Open all year round by pre-booking
via phone or e-mail.
Contact:
Inger och Sune Karlsson
Telefon +46 (0)222 - 260 60
E-post karlsson.bockhammar@tele2.se
Adress: Stallkarlsgården Bockhammar 9,
737 91 Fagersta
Skinnskattebergs
Brukshotell
The charming Brukshotellet is centrally located in Skinnskatteberg
close to the railway station and shops. All rooms
are newly renovated in simple and affordable standard with
breakfast available. Room sizes: single, double and family
rooms. Large, bright and newly renovated conference room
available for separate rental.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-419 19
Fritz Malmströms Väg 1, 739 31, Skinnskatteberg
Facebook: @brukshotelletskinnsberg
E-mail: info@brukshotelletskinnsberg.se
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Färna Herrgård & Spa
Färna is a place to enjoy whether you are on a romantic
weekend or a business conference. Experience the
contrast between a manor house salon and the wild
Bergslag nature.
Spa guests have access to the indoor pool, aroma-, infraor
dry sauna and even a hot spring under an open sky.
In Färna’s kitchen food is made with love and respect for
natural ingredients. The restaurant is 25% KRAV-EKO
marked, slow-food inspired and recommended by Chaine
des Rotisseurs and the White Guide.
On the manor’s grounds is also Färna Herrgårdsbod, a
300 square meter boutique with a carefully chosen selection
of clothes from Scandinavian designers, plus home
decor, jewelry and unique gift items.
The Manor is open all year round for meetings, weekday
or weekend luxury. In the summer of 2018 the manor
house is closed from June 18th till July 15th due to
renovations.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 -281 90
Färna Herrgård 1, 739 70 Skinnskatteberg
E-mail: bokning@farnaherrgard.se
www.farnaherrgard.se
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Commerce
Kiosken Bernshammar
Fishing licenses, kiosk, flowers and potting soil
Bernshammar 5, 73115 Kolsva
8am-18pm every day
ICA Nära Berghallen
ICA Nära Berghallen offers a wide assortment of groceries from the basics to the extraordinary.
Want something a little extra? Visit our Berghall deli where we have fresh meats, salad bar, pre-made lunches or
create your own picnic from our large selection of items.
Warmest welcome!
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Runes Sport
Since 1952, Runes Sport has been a destination for
the sports enthusiast. Runes Sport has a fully stocked
shop supporting a wide range of sports and outdoor
activities.
During the summer, fishing, camping, cycling, hiking,
and jogging are the sports in focus, from shoes to an
in-house bike shop and a large selection of fishing
equipment for all you need to succeed on the water.
During the winter months skiing, both cross-country and
alpine, is our focus and has been for the last 30 years!
We have one of Sweden’s largest selections of cross
country and downhill skis as well as outdoor clothes for
the whole family.
Our knowledgeable staff will help you find the right
equipment for your next adventure!
Welcome in to a real sporting goods store!
Runes Sport, Centralvägen 16, Skinnskatteberg,
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222-101 62
E-mail: skinnskatteberg@sportringen.se
Please visit: www.runessport.se
Röda korset
The Red Cross is a second hand shop in central
Skinnskatteberg. There you will find everything
between heaven and earth and at a really good
price. Have a coffee in our coffee corner or just a
chat with the volunteers who work in the store.
Monday - Friday: 10am– 5pm
Saturday: 10am– 2pm
Welcome!
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 410 07
Centralvägen 2, 73930 Skinnskatteberg
https://kommun.redcross.se/skinnskatteberg/
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Färna Herrgårdsbod
Färna Herrgårdsbod, housed in Färna Herrgård’s large stable, is filled to the brim with local handicrafts, clothes from
NER, I’Say, Soulmate, Gunilla Pontén Design and many others, jewelry by Edblads, trendy furnishings and unique
gifts. Fika and ice cream for sale. Popular Christmas Market in November every year.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 281 81
Färna herrgårdsbod
www.farnaherrgard.se
Opening hours from the middle of may to middle of
september:
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday: 11am - 17pm and
Sunday 11pm - 16pm.
Systembolaget
Systembolaget Skinnskatteberg.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 121 15
Centralvägen 7, 739 30 Skinnskatteberg
www.systembolaget.se
COOP
Coop Konsum Skinnskatteberg.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 444 30
Centralvägen 13-15, 739 30 Skinnskatteberg
www.coop.se
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Handlarn i
Riddarhyttan
Handlar’n in Riddarhyttan.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 130 12
Centralvägen, 730 91 Riddarhyttan
www.riddarhyttan.nu/handlarn
Baggbrons
överskottsförsäljning
Summer open every day between 10am and 5pm. Large selection of
flowers, household items and home decoration.
Tel/Phone +46 (0)222 - 150 26
Baggbron 8, 73991 Skinnskatteberg
Skinnskatteberg’s event calendar
Calendar for upcoming events
What’s going on?
Keep track of what’s happening during the summer by visiting Skinnskatteberg’s
events calendar.
The event calendar is available for visitors and locals alike and if you
would like to publish your own event, just contact us.
Visit the calendar through Skinnskatteberg’s website:
www.upplevskinnskatteberg.se
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Experience
Accommodation
Baggbrobygdens byalag
Jonas vildmark
Lerkulans äventyr och allfix
Lösa tyglar
Forsens islandshästar
Kreativ kropp och själ
Wild Sweden
Culture
Kulturhuset Korpen
Oxbrons Banvaktsstuga
Kulturreservatet i Skräppbo
Ebba Brahes lusthus/ Café Bockhammar
Skinnskattebergs herrgårdsmiljö
Bastnäs gruvfält
Kopparverket
Lienshyttans masugn
Röda jorden
Krampen
Uttersbergs bruksmiljö
Karmansbo bruksmiljö
Gallery Astley, Museum Tree of life och Guldmisteln
Skinnskattebergs Hembygdsförening
Grafisk godsmagasinet
Taste
Stjärnvik, Norra Brickens bed & breakfast
Systemairhallen Sports camp
Baggå Skola B&B, Baggå Skola Café
Gisslarbo B&B
Pensionat Udden B&B
Solmyra BB och loppis
Kolarbyn Eco Lodge
Andersgården
Malingsbo camping
Liens camping
Stallkarlsgården Bockhammar
Skinnskattebergs brukshotell
Färna Herrgård & spa
Uniqe Commerce
Runes sport
Färna Herrgårdsbod
Baggbrons överskottsförsäljning
Check out these spots
during your visit!
Check off your favorite
places.
Albinssons konditori
Glassparadiset
Edtihas wok
Bosses grill
Bowlinghallen
Pizzeria Färna
Lokstallet & Kurj
Restaurang Station
Bårestadsgrillen
Instagram it? Don’t forget to use #upplevskinnskatteberg
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Autumn
The candles light up the darkness
and the wool socks come out again,
Autumn is a time to get cozy.
Of course there is still a lot to do in
Skinnskatteberg. Autumn markets
offer locally harvested produce or
an afternoon tea served in a manor
house and the season’s start of the
culture center Korpen’s top-notch
performances. These are just a few
of the things to do when fall comes
around again.
”Find what you’re looking
for at a fall market”
Photo: Valkyria Norden-
VINTER
WINTER
Winter
Spring can wait
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Photo: Valkyria Nordenberg
Winter adventures should not be forgotten. Find great deals during the annual ski gear sale at
our local sporting goods store. Carve your skis through fresh snowfall to pristine winter landscapes.
Challenge yourself to a day of ice fishing on a frozen lake. Or just start your Christmas
shopping early at any one of many Christmas markets, aka Julmarknader.
Greet spring with a round of mini-golf, take a fika and listen to the snow melting off the
roofs, eat a luxurious meal filled with early spring vegetables, or treat yourself to a spa day
with heated pool in the fresh spring air.
spring
Greet the return
of the sun with us.
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”The soft moss meets tired feet.
Proud pines whisper,
telling of hidden treasures”
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