O-Ringen Magazine Nr 2 - 2023.

Five destinations you don’t want to miss!
Children & Families
Food & Drink
Culture
Nature
The Småland coast has plenty of attractions
to explore for children and families.
Food enthusiast, self-declared foodie or just having a
taste? You’ll find food craftsmanship, farm shops, traditional
dishes and haute cuisine.
In the footsteps of history, lively
tones and informative visits.
Incomparable nature,
stunning views and magical places
Målilla Älgpark – Hultsfred
At Målilla Älgpark you can pet and feed the elk, and take photographs
to help you remember your visit. You can get close to and
study these magnificent animals while they eat, sleep or bathe.
Västervik Resort – Västervik
A five star campsite with adventures for all the family. Bathing
facilities with fun slides, warm outcrops for sunbathing, entertainment
and nature activities for children.
Vimmerby Adventure – Vimmerby
Take your family or friends for an exciting adventure on the treetop
obstacle course, with a total of 83 obstacles both high up in the
treetops and closer to the ground.
World of Dinosaurs – Kalmar
Europe’s largest dinosaur museum, an unforgettable experience
where you can meet more than 200 of the largest and most frightening
animals ever to walk the planet. Find out how the dinosaurs
evolved and why they died out.
Lådbilslandet – Öland
Another amusement park with rides, a bouncy castle, adventure
playground and obstacle course. Lådbilslandet is ideal for children
aged 2 to 10 years.
The Smoke House – Mönsterås
In the same place where Nabbens Rökeri & Fisk is today, there was
already a fish processing factory in the 1920s where fish from the
Kalmar Strait was prepared for transport to destinations all over
Europe. The smoke house was founded in the early 1950s.
Axelssons i Aby - Hultsfred
At Abyslätten, between Målilla and Mörlunda, you’ll find Kronogården.
Make sure you don’t miss their speciality potato waffles,
or a visit to the farm shop.
Mellingerum - Oskarshamn.
Here on the farm, there are exciting new projects every day. Pick
your own berries and vegetables and enjoy delicious coffee and
meals in our cafe.
Slottsholmen - Västervik
The food at Slottsholmen is inspired by the memories Björn Ulvaeus,
who grew up in Västervik, and taste experiences from shows and performances
across the world. On our menus, the local meets the exotic.
Brygghuset - Vimmerby
Here, local produce is everything. From our plates you eat food
from selected producers around us, while you’re sitting on furniture
made by craftspeople in Vimmerby. Even the ale from the tap
and water in your glass is literally from next door.
Astrid Lindgren’s Näs - Vimmerby
At the farm of Näs, at the beginning of the 20th century, a little girl
finds her first story. It sets her mind in motion, so much so that it
never stops.
Swedish Rock Archive – The Walk - Hultsfred
40-odd physical signs take you on a route from the venue Klubben.
There is also an accompanying app “Hultsfred – The Walk”, which
features music, film clips, facts and experiences.
Kalmar Castle - Kalmar
Kalmar’s oldest attraction looks much the same as it did in 1592,
but there’s still a lot to discover. Here you’ll find both permanent
and temporary exhibitions with a range of themes.
Greta Garbo Museum, Högsby – Högsby
Greta Garbo is in the top five most famous Swedes of all time. At
the museum in Högsby, you can follow her career with the help of
fantastic studio images, archive films and much more.
Kingdom of Glass
Småland’s Kingdom of Glass has been creating magic since 1742.
These unique glass artworks are renowned the world over and
can be found in many Swedish homes. Meet the craftspeople and
artists here.
Smalspåret narrow gauge railway - Hultsfred
Cycle on a trolley or travel on a nostalgic train along a winding
narrow gauge railway that takes you through dark forests and open
landscapes. Start from Hultsfred, Flaten or Virserum, or from
Hultsfred to Västervik.
Blå jungfrun - Oskarshamn
Off the coast at Oskarshamn, she towers on the horizon: Blå
Jungfrun, the legendary, mysterious island. Fantastic nature and a
sense of peace that money can’t buy.
Archipelago tours in Västervik - Västervik
Experience an archipelago tour with an activity guide, out in unspoilt
nature! Meet grey seals that can be up to three metres long,
and have the chance to spot a majestic sea eagle.
More Kastell – Högsby
Here you’ll find Småland’s own Grand Canyon, with its dramatic
scree, cliffs and running water, and a fine flora of mosses and
lichens. An 8 km long ravine, widened and deepened by the huge
volume of water created when inland ice melted 12,000 years ago.
Jungnerholmarna – Mönsterås
A beautiful area for walking in Fliseryd. This area is in a unique
environment with exciting industrial history and valuable nature,
by the river Emån.
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