Discover Skaraborg
Skaraborg is situated between the two largest lakes in Sweden – Lake Vänern and Lake Vättern. This area boasts rich wildlife and is also rich in cultural activities. Lots to enjoy and experience for people of all ages and interests. Explore hiking trails, sample delightful local cuisine and a coffee with some delicious pastry, go looking for flowering ramsons on Kinnekulle or enjoy the dancing cranes at Lake Hornborga.
Activities, nature experiences and architecture
The Skaraborg region is nicknamed ‘the cradle of the Swedish Kingdom’, and that is not by chance or by accident. There are numerous local attractions, not least cultural and historical sights, but the possibility of outdoor pursuits is extraordinary too, as Skaraborg offers fantastic rambling/hiking trails.
Varnhem Abbey Church
Visit Varnhem Abbey and walk beneath the arches that have been there for centuries, and explore this historical site inside and out. The abbey is included in the monastic town of Varnhem, a tourist attraction created after Jan Guillou’s historical book series about Arn, the Knight Templar.
Be surrounded by incredible architecture and feast your eyes on the monastic park while you relish something from the Abbey Café.
Photo: Lukasz Warzecha for West Sweden.com
Qvarnstensgruvan, Lugnås
In the town of Skara, you will find the only millstone mine open to the public. When you book a visit, the guide will take you underground and tell you stories from the heyday of this mine.
Perhaps you take a peek in the museum once you are done below ground and learn even more about the mining process, or enjoy a coffee and pastry at the local café.
Photo: Qvarnstensgruvan
The trance dance at Lake Hornborga
The crane dance at Lake Hornborga is a lovely sign that spring has sprung, and the performance is nothing short of breathtaking. The birds visit Lake Hornborga from mid-March to mid-April every year.
Even in the fall, there are cranes at Lake Hornborga. Approx 18,000 cranes rest their weary wings here in the autumn, but they are much shier at this time of the year than in the spring. The best time to view them is in September-October, preferably at dusk when they start withdrawing to the lake to sleep.
Photo: Roger Borgelid/Vastsverige.com
Visit the idyllic Turbinhusön
A trip to Turbinhusön in Tidaholm is a great idea – especially during the summer months! Stroll along the promenade while taking in all the flowers along the way, or pack some juice and buns and roll out the picnic blanket in Bruksvilleparken. The summer idyll offers a range of activities, both for children and young people but also for those interested in culture and history. It takes about 30 minutes by car from Billingehus.
Photo: Turbine House Island facebook
Hiking in Skaraborg
Skaraborg has many scenic hiking trails of varying character. Within an hour’s drive you can experience everything from the Väner archipelago and coastal landscapes to plateau mountains and a rolling pebble ridge. So close together, yet so different. See various suggestions for hikes at vastsverige.com.
Photo: Lukasz Warzec for West Sweden.com
MTB in Skaraborg
In Skaraborg there are many good MTB trails, both for beginners and the more advanced cyclist. On Kinnekulle, which is about 40 minutes by car from Billingehus, there are several different excellent trails for mountain biking. Among other things, the 45 kilometer long Kinnekulleleden which offers magical views.
Photo: Daniel Breece for Västsverige.com
Varnhem Abbey Church
Visit Varnhem Abbey and walk beneath the arches that have been there for centuries, and explore this historical site inside and out. The abbey is included in the monastic town of Varnhem, a tourist attraction created after Jan Guillou’s historical book series about Arn, the Knight Templar.
Be surrounded by incredible architecture and feast your eyes on the monastic park while you relish something from the Abbey Café.
Photo: Lukasz Warzecha for West Sweden.com
Qvarnstensgruvan, Lugnås
In the town of Skara, you will find the only millstone mine open to the public. When you book a visit, the guide will take you underground and tell you stories from the heyday of this mine.
Perhaps you take a peek in the museum once you are done below ground and learn even more about the mining process, or enjoy a coffee and pastry at the local café.
Photo: Qvarnstensgruvan
The trance dance at Lake Hornborga
The crane dance at Lake Hornborga is a lovely sign that spring has sprung, and the performance is nothing short of breathtaking. The birds visit Lake Hornborga from mid-March to mid-April every year.
Even in the fall, there are cranes at Lake Hornborga. Approx 18,000 cranes rest their weary wings here in the autumn, but they are much shier at this time of the year than in the spring. The best time to view them is in September-October, preferably at dusk when they start withdrawing to the lake to sleep.
Photo: Roger Borgelid/Vastsverige.com
Visit the idyllic Turbinhusön
A trip to Turbinhusön in Tidaholm is a great idea – especially during the summer months! Stroll along the promenade while taking in all the flowers along the way, or pack some juice and buns and roll out the picnic blanket in Bruksvilleparken. The summer idyll offers a range of activities, both for children and young people but also for those interested in culture and history. It takes about 30 minutes by car from Billingehus.
Photo: Turbine House Island facebook
Hiking in Skaraborg
Skaraborg has many scenic hiking trails of varying character. Within an hour’s drive you can experience everything from the Väner archipelago and coastal landscapes to plateau mountains and a rolling pebble ridge. So close together, yet so different. See various suggestions for hikes at vastsverige.com.
Photo: Lukasz Warzec for West Sweden.com
MTB in Skaraborg
In Skaraborg there are many good MTB trails, both for beginners and the more advanced cyclist. On Kinnekulle, which is about 40 minutes by car from Billingehus, there are several different excellent trails for mountain biking. Among other things, the 45 kilometer long Kinnekulleleden which offers magical views.
Photo: Daniel Breece for Västsverige.com
Play golf in Skövde and Skaraborg
Looking forward to discovering new golf courses in unbeatable settings? Let us show you the way to golf courses in Skövde and Skaraborg! Read more about the golf opportunities that await you when you move in with us at Billingehus.
Stay at our hotel and explore Skaraborg
Skövde is centrally located in Skaraborg and has a perfect starting point when you want to explore the Västgöta plain. Book a few nights with us at Billingehus and you can reach Skara, Falköping, Lidköping, Mariestad and Tidaholm in less than an hour’s drive.
