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The passage grave (”gånggrift”) with Ålleberg in the back- See the remains of the ancient dog, models of passage graves, cultural­-historical value, as it is extremely unusual to find the Directions Take road 47 from Falköping towards Jön­köping, ground, are a something of a symbol for Falköping. The graves, the gold collar from Ålleberg, all the mediaeval churches and oldest medieval, Romanesque paintings preserved in this way. turn left towards ­Karleby. Signposted from the road north of from the stone­age, date back approx. 5,300 years. the unique recreation of the ”Raspberry Girl’s” face. Occasio- The set of paintings is the largest continuous Romanesque Karleby. ­GPS: 58.17151, 13.63907. Directions From road 46 south of Falköping, take the road to nal temporary exhibitions. With the help of maps and guide set preserved in the province, and in fact knows no parallel in Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. Vartofta. You´ll find the grave close to the road, a few hundred booklets, you can discover the town and the landscape on your terms of Swedish mural painting from the same era. They are meters east of Luttra church. GPS: 58.13163, 13.56884. own. Free admission. believed to have been created by a local workshop. 7. KARLEBY LÅNGA Info www.falkoping.se/museet. Open Year-round Tuesdays, Thursdays, Sundays 11am to 4pm Open May–Sep, daily 8am to 8pm. Karleby has been inhabited since the stone age and is one of and Wednesdays 11am to 7pm. Directions Along road 47, west of Falköping. ­Swedens oldest single street villages. Ancient burial mounds 11. LUTTRA CHURCH Directions S:t Olofsgatan 23, Falköping. GPS: 58.1589, 13.4802. lie in a row along the road which dates back ­several ­thousand A picturesque church with red painted tower, built at the end GPS: 58.168671, 13.552740. Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/falkoping/vara-kyrkor. years. The concentration of stone age graves is unique. of the 12th or early 13th century. The original alter paintings Info www.falkoping.se/museet, +46 515–88 50 50. ­Scandanavias ­largest burial mound – ”Ragnvalds grave”, can show pictures­ of Mathew and Luke. 16. JOHANSSONS LAMM & ULL be found here. Open May–Sep daily 8am to 8pm. For guided tours all-year 14. VILHELMSRO GÅRDSCAFÉ, B&B Our farm shop offers products from the farm’s sheep and Directions Directly north of Karleby church. Parking area and round, please contact FalbygdsTurism +46 708-33 40 78. Welcome to our unique farm dating back to the 19th lambs. You will find meats, charcuteries, cosy sheepskins, signs along the roadside. GPS: 58.15368, 13.63778. Directions Situated by road 46 south of Falköping. ­century, just 600 metres from Falköping’s main square. There ­carded and dyed wool for felting and needle felting. We GPS: 58.1320, 13.5640. is a charmig farm café, where we serve home made cakes also sell needle felting­ accessories, cookie cutters and felted 8. AGNESTAD ROUND CHURCH RUIN Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/falkoping/vara-kyrkor. and food – to the most part made with local, organic pro- ­creations. The end of March to April is our lambing period. The ruin of a small middle age rotunda church. According to ducts. Music­ evenings, exhibitions, lectures and various Come pet the little lambs. ­tradition, Agnestad was one of the churche sites founded by 12. FALBYGDSTURISM – NEW events throughout the year. We also take group ­bookings Open When we’re at home our shop is open, or you can call St. Sigfrid.­ Directions North of Ålleberg, along road 47. GPS: FalbygdsTurism, with the locally based guide LuttraAnki, offers every day of the week. Weddings, festivals, conferences and us before visiting. Open for the Art Roadshow during Easter, 58.150531, 13.601716. guided tours and experiences in Falköping municipality. In- more – we will customise your booking. There are eight comfy Friday–Sunday 12pm to 5pm, as well as during Falbygden’s Art dividually or in groups via ready-made concepts or tailored to beds in four charming rooms at our Bed & Breakfast. You Night. 9. ÅLLEBERG PLATEAU HILL your needs. Experience and enjoy the landscape of Falbygden have access to a lounge with TV, WiFi, patio, shared bathroom Directions Approx. 8 km west of Falköping. Along the road at the same time as you get to take part in stories and the his- and a well-equipped kitchen. 181, approx.­ 500 metres south of the road 47 and road 181 Ålleberg, which is also a nature reserve, is typical of tory surrounding medieval churches, stone age tombs, plateau Open See website. junc­tion. Coach parking. GPS: 58.162360, 13.417061. ­Västergötlands plateaux hills. Interesting­ nature can be mountains and nature reserves. Directions The Vilhelmsro­ estate is located directly south of Info www.lamm-ull.com, +46 739–87 90 04. found on the slopes. At the northern end the Loka spring Open All-year round. the centre of Falköping and ­St Olof’s church. Go past St Olof’s can be found. On the plateaux, 333m above sea level, the old Directions Road 46 from Falköping towards Ulricehamn. Turn ­cemetery and drive straight on to the farm at the very end. ­pasture land­scape has been re­created. Walking trails offering 17. ANTIK-FIKET B&B left towards Vartofta, Luttra. GPS:58.131312,13.566575. GPS: 58.154937, 13.550353. fine views and rich botanic life can be found. The mountain is The B&B in Gökhem offers three rooms with several beds in a Info FB: FalbygdsTurism, Instagram: @falbygdsturism, Ann- Info www.vilhelmsrogard.se, +46 515–68 51 51. homely, quiet and nostalgic environment. 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Djupadalen Karleby (6) FalbygdsTurism (12) Luttra gånggrift (10) Vilhelmsro Gårdscafé, B&B (14) Johansson Lamm & Ull (16) Antik-Fiket B&B (17)

6 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 7 side location. Neighbour to an old church ruin. In the barn, 19. GÖKHEMSKOGEN – NEW where cows and pigs once used to reside, is now a café ser- Gökhemskogen is a privately owned recreation area with ving hot and cold drinks, cookies, waffles, ice cream and more. marked trails of different lengths in a scenic nature and cul- There is also a flea market and second hand shop. Here you tural environment. At the beginning of the last century, the ca find antique wooden objects, furniture, books, porcelain, area was a cultivated landscape and tuberculosis was still jewelry and mord with a premium curiosity touch. ­raging. At that time Runstedt was parish priest in Gökhem. In Open B&B: All-year round but please book, if possible, a few 1902 Runstedt put the local school children to work by sowing days in advance. The café and second-hand shop: Apr–Sep/Oct pine trees that grew an became what is today called the great but the hours vary. See Facebook. Pre-booked groups are very forest. Because nature is of great importance as a source of re- welcome. creation, Gökhemskogen´s owners work for the local outdoor Directions From Falköping follow road number 47 towards Gårdscafé life and thus contributing to better health, understanding of Njut av kakor och mat i vårt Trollhättan. After approx. 7 km turn right towards Vilske Kleva. nature and a vibrant countryside. Some parts of the area are gårdscafé. Självklart hemlagat Shortly afterwards turn left towards Gökhem and after approx. accessible to wheelchairs and prams. på närproducerat, eko och 300 m you will see the barn on the left side. Parking available Open All year round. massor av kärlek! for cars and coaches. GPS 58.172255, 13.410410 Directions From Floby: Take road 181 towards Falköping. Turn Info FB: Antik-Fiket B&B, +46 721–97 54 55. left onto road 47. After 2,4 km turn left. After 200 m there is Parking for forest visitors. Parking for buses is available on Bed & Breakfast 18. GÖKHEM’S CHURCH ­request at Torpa Gård & Ängar 0706-76 27 42. Bus stop Äleberg.­ Sov skönt och ät god Dendrochronological dating has shown that timber used in the GPS: 58.176657,13.384349 Info www.torpa.nu/aktiviteter/ ekofrukost i vårt B & B. church’s construction was cut down as early as the 1140s! The natur-kultur/, +46 706-78 32 99. Här finns åtta bäddar i church is richly adorned with frescos in the vault of the nave fyra charmiga rum. that have never been whitewashed and are therefore unusually 20. TORPA GÅRD & ÄNGAR – NEW well preserved. There are signs indicating that the frescos may Accommodation. Stay in a quiet and scenic village environ- have been painted by Master Amund at the end of the 1400s. ment at Torpa Gård (Torpa Mansion), with documented origins Falköping Telefon: 0515 68 51 51 There are also two christening fonts from the 1100s in the from the 14 th century. The mansion wing building has been vilhelmsrogard.se church; one likely to have come from Överkyrke church, which renovated into a modern and comfortable vacation home today is a ruin of a farm church around 200 metres to the south with spacious living­ area and 8 beds in 3 bedrooms. Decorated east. Welcome to walk the pilgrim trails Vilskeleden and pass with refined and renovated furniture – recycling as a climate- Gökhem`s church, or S:t Olofsleden and pass Jäla, Kinneved´s smart way to contribute to a sustainable environmental deve- and Vårkumla churches. See advertisement page 10. lopment. The area has a rich cultural-historical heritage and Open Mentioned churches daily 9am to 7pm. ­ protected nature with green oak groves, flowering meadows Directions In the centre of Gökhem’s old village. and cozy gravel roads, with the pilgrim trail Vilskeleden out- GPS: 58.174092, 13.40817. side the door. Close to the recreation area Gökhemskogen and Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/floby/vara-kyrkor, the private bird lake Torpasjön. Rental per day or longer. Self Floby Pastorat +46 515–72 38 80. check-in and good WiFi.

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8 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 9 Open All year round. von Wright brothers, poetry and regional literature. Porcelain, Directions From Falköping: take road 47 towards Trollhättan, glass, textiles, gramophone records, postcards, maps, news- turn left onto road 181 towards Floby. After 1.1 km turn right papers – yes, here you can find everything under the sun. We Välkommen att vandra towards Torpa. Drive 800 m and turn left. After 350 m turn left also have a flea market­ with everything imaginable. The shop at the riding paddock. Park on the gravel driveway in front of is located in a former ­Swedish Evangelical Mission chapel built i Skaraborg the wing building. For bus parking, please contact Torpa Gård in the 1920s, a very special building. Du vandrar på & Ängar. GPS: 58.155372,13.391267. Open Year-round Sundays 11am to 5pm. Extra open in July, see historisk mark Info www.torpa.nu, +46 706-76 27 42. the website. Open other times by arrangement. genom levande landsbygd Directions Yellow house close to (southeast of) Floby church. 21. ALPHEMS ARBORETUM ­Car and coach parking on the road. GPS: 58.12353, 13.35120. med rum för själen. The arboretum was created by Frans Johan Gegerfeldt, a local Info www.flobyantikvariat.se, +46 515–409 40. Bli stödmedlem i Pilgrim Skarborg postman, between 1903–1953. Here you can find rare trees and PILGRIMSLEDER bushes from all over the world. Besides there are unique stone 23. GÖTEVE CHURCH Vandra, förundras och vila i Sätt gärna in 75:- på BG 5256-4267. and rock creations, laboriously constructed by Mr Gegerfeldt. Uncertain dendrochronological dating of timber in the yttre och inre tystnad. The family home he built, can still be seen in the park along church has shown the cutting year to be 1092. Whether this with his memorial stone, which he himself chose. A young boy, is correct or not, the church was built in the 1100s. Among its Mellan Jäla och Östra Tunhem finns två who used to visit the arboretum, later worked for Walt Disney­ ­oldest ­treasures are fragments of frescos, a christening font leder. Följ och passera S:t Olofsleden and used the Gegerfeldt house as a model for the house of the and ­images of saints from the 1200s, along with an image of bland annat Jäla, Kinneved och Vårkumla Seven Dwarves in the film “Snow White”. Alphem’s Arboretum the Madonna from the 1400s. Welcome to walk the pilgrim kyrkor. Eller gå den nya Vilskeleden is now run by a not-for-profit association, which or­ganises a trails Vilskeleden and pass Gökhem`s church, or S:t Olofs­ som invigs till sommaren 2021 och number of activities including Midsummer ­celebrations. leden and pass Jäla, Kinneved´s and Vårkumla churches. See passera bland annat Gökhems kyrka. During the Summer months there is a café in the grounds. ­ad­vertisement page 10. Nämnda kyrkor är öppna kl 9-19. Both the café and its toilet are wheelchair accessible. Open Göteve by agreement. The other mentioned churches Open The arboretum is open all year round. The café is open daily 9am to 7pm. during the Summer. See the website. Directions Between Slutarp­ and Floby. GPS: 58.123833, www.svenskakyrkan.se/floby Directions From Falköping follow sign for road number 47 13.413084. Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/floby/vara-kyrkor, towards Trollhättan. Turn off towards Floby and then follow Floby Pastorat +46 515-72 38 80. sign for Arboretum. Parking available for cars and coaches. GPS 58.14548, 13.316116. 24. WARDINS GÅRDSPRODUKTER Info www.alphem.se. For booking of guided tours phone Organic show garden with farm produce on sale. Stroll +46 767–91 62 27. around on your own or in pre-booked groups and experience the market garden with all your senses. Maria and Sven-Åke 22. FLOBY ANTIKVARIAT have always been interested in food, culture and older types Floby Antikvariat second-hand bookshop sells books on all of vegetables in combination with permaculture. Organic subjects – from detective stories and popular fiction to the pro­duction began in 1996 and today the farm produces more

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10 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 11 than 90 different ­vegetables, herbs, berries, fruit and a great Info www.snickargladjensveranda.se, FB: Prästgården i Jäla, a large old-fashioned hall. Fully equipped kitchen and a bath- hamn take road number 46 and turn right in Kinnarp towards ­number of flowers. Rent a simple barn as a party venue, with Instagram: @prastgarden_i_jala. +46 705-91 13 48. room with a ­shower and washing machine. Stora Loftet is out- Vårkumla. Follow the road for 4 km. Parking available for cars, or without food. Disabled access. Service point for hikers­ fitted with a ­large dormitory, pantry, toilet and sitting area. coaches as well as camper vans. GPS 58.08045, 13.57910. ­(water, toilet, pre-booked food) along the pilgrim trails Vilske­ 26. MÖNETHORP B&B Lilla Loftet is cosily equipped with a double bed, bunk bed and Info www.jensensatelje.se, FB: Jensens Ateljé, Instagram: ­ leden and S:t Olofsleden. Parking for motorhomes. You will feel at home in the comfortable, luxurious sur­ sitting area. Kitchen, shower and toilet downstairs. Between @jensensatelje, +46 766–16 59 00. Open Kålgårdsvandring (guided tour in the garden), food and roundings of our little guest wing. The rooms are of hotel the rooms there is a large living room with a fireplace. drinks including catering are to be prebooked. The farm shop ­standard, all with a private bathroom and some with a sauna. Open Rent accommodation on a weekly or daily basis. Gamla­ 30. TVILLINGGÅNGGRIFTERNA is open Thursdays 10am to 4pm or by arrangement during har- Regional breakfast is included. stugan can be booked year-round. Lilla and Stora Loftet are IN VÅRSKÄL vest season. Products are also sold at Malta Johanna Market at ­available for booking May–Sep. Open All-year round. Directions From Ulricehamn towards In Vårkumla, on the road between Kinnarp and ­Var­tofta one Stora Torget in Falköping in July-Sep Saturdays 10am to 1pm Directions 10 km south of Falköping. At the north entrance Falköping, at Slutarp: turn left and follow the signs to Mönarps of the largest passage graves ”gånggrifter” in Falbygden can and in REKO-rings (collaboration of small-scale producers). to Slutarp on the road 46, turn towards Vårkumla 3/Vartofta Gård. From Fal­köping: take Road 47 towards Trollhättan, turn be found. The large ­cap­stones are impressive and have pro- Directions Jäla is situated about 20 km south-west of Fal­ 8. About 550 metres down, you’ll see a table on the left with left towards Jäla. After approx. 8 km, at the T-junction, follow bably been transported here. A couple of kilometres towards köping. In Falköping, take the road 47 towards Trollhättan, three milk bottles. GPS: 58.083435, 13.532152. the signs towards ­Mönarps Gård. GPS: 58.101874,13.481406. ­Var­tofta you can find “Gran-­Annas” well pre­served cottage turn left towards Jäla. Follow the signs to Jäla for about 17 km. Info www.lidenslutarp.se, FB: Liden Lantbruk B&B, Info www.monethorp.se, +46 722–14 41 55. from the 18th century.­ When you come to Jäla turn to the right just before the sign +46 702–93 46 99, +46 768–97 03 27. Directions In the fields south of the road between Vårkumla to Jäla and up the hill approx. 200 metres. Coach parking 150 27. SLUTARPSDÖSEN and Var­tofta. GPS: 58.082411,13.588577. metres from the farm. GPS: 58.03642, 13.36642. ”Slutarpsdösen” – a dolmen Stone age grave with a rec­ 29. JENSENS ATELJÉ Info www.falkoping.se/museet. Info www.wardins.se. FB: Wardins Gårdsprodukter. tangular,­ 2 metre long, 1 metre wide tomb covered by a single Jensen’s ateljé is a combined art gallery, shop and ­studio, +46 708–92 11 19, +46 733–84 10 17. capstone. The tomb once held the skeletons of 30–34 indivi- ­located in the old village school in Vårkumla. In the ­gallery 31. SMULA ÅS ­artist Kristian Jensen exhibits his colourful but still subtle duals. The capstone is about 3.5 metres long, 2 metres wide An impressive ridge of boulders situated ­between Var­tofta and paintings along with 3D pictures, where surprising shadow 25. PRÄSTGÅRDEN I JÄLA – NEW and 0.5 metres thick. The capstone’s upper has a large number Åsarp. Marked of many years of hard grazing. The flora is rich At Prästgården in Jäla, you get to experience an old environ- like ­images can be seen across the canvases. His paintings petroglyphs of carved footprints and cup marks. and varied including thousands of Violetts, nature ­reserve. ment that is slowly but surely brought to life again. Enjoy the are dream­like but also full of details which portray a feeling Directions In Slutarp, take the road west towards Floby. After ­Directions East of the road between Åsarp and Vartofta, old garden, which during the season has cut flowers in the of ­natural mystery as well as an illusion of depth. Mr Jensen’s ­approx. 500 metres, you’ll find the cairn on a small hill in the ­opposite Smula ­village. GPS: 58.04378, 13.59552. plantations. Pick your own bouquet or what has just been ­unique approach of layer-upon-layer technique, using ink, field on the left-hand side of the road. Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se harvested. Get inspired in the interior design and garden GPS: 58.0901250,13.512361. ­paper and scalpels, helps the viewer to feel a part of his art. shop. In the old barn you can enjoy coffee, which is served Info www.falkoping.se/museet. In the shop you can buy ­original art as well as reproductions, by Å-bageri i Jäla. In the old rectory there is a newly opened trays and post cards. Within walking distance of the gallery are 32. VARTOFTA-ÅSAKA Gravel ridge with rich flora to the west of Vartofta-Åsaka accommodation with two beautiful double bedrooms, which 28. LIDEN LANTBRUK the notable twin passage graves of Vårskäl. Nearby is also Vår- can be booked from one night up to a whole week at a time. kumla pilgrim church, built in the 12th century and the pilgrim church. Vartofta Åsaka church, dating from the middle ages Welcome to Liden Farm in beautiful Falbygden. The farm raises­ Open See website, Instagram or Facebook. Google Business is trail S:t Olofsleden passes the studio. lies high up on the top of a hill in the middle of the village. suckler cows, calves and Connemara ponies and has been KRAV also updated. Open Phone first or take a chance that we are at home. Directions Along the small roads between Åsarp and Vartofta. certified since 1994. Gamlastugan, the old farmhouse from Directions Jäla village is located about 20 km southwest of Directions From Falköping take road number 46. In Slutarp GPS: 58.064870, 13.658448. 1860, has been carefully renovated and is one of our guest Falköping, between Ulricehamn, Falköping and Herrljunga. turn left towards Vårkumla. Follow the road for 3 km; then turn Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/falkoping/vara-kyrkor and­ houses. The genuine atmosphere remains, as do the old tiled­ From the road there is a sign: Prästgården i Jäla. left towards Vartofta. Follow the road for 1 km. From Ulrice- www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. stoves. The ­cottage has 4+2 beds in four rooms, a lounge and GPS: 58.030208, 13.366874.

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12 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 13 33. NOLGÅRDEN, NÄS 36. ERIKSGATULEDEN GORGES Nature reserve. Gravel ridges formed by years of grazing and One walking trail – an early medieval road system – that was haymaking lie like long islands in the fields. The flora is very likely a part of the ”Eriksgatuleden” trail, begins at Sandhem rich and distinctive. An example of these steppe plants is the church. On certain sections, up to twelve sunken lanes can be feather grass (Stipa pennata) and here is the richest occurrence found one after the other (”hålvägar”). The trail leads through­ in Scandinavia. Among the so-called companion plants are forests and alongside lakes and farms, passing remains of Upptäck fantastisk natur! dragon flower, color marten and magnificent brown herb. Sandhem’s aquavit brewery that was one of the ­biggest Besök ett av våra många ­Directions The reserve is located in the Näs parish­ along the in Västergötland­ in the 1800s. Guided tours Sandhems road between Näs and Björstorp. Entry from road 47. ­Hembygdsförening +46 706–49 92 39. naturreservat, följ med på GPS: 58.089108, 13.697487. Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. Directions Noticeboard next to Sandhem church and sign- en guidad vandring, eller posted from road 47. GPS: 57.994176, 13.785847. vandra på någon av våra 34. KÄLVENE CHURCH vandringsleder. Hitta fler tips Grey medieval church built from raw stone in the 12th century. 37. RYTTARENS TORVSTRÖFABRIK och inspiration på: In the weapon house an old punishment stock for four people In 1906, agronomist Nils Hartelius of Sandhem started the from the 17th or 18th century can be found. The outer door is Torv­ströaktiebolaget Ryttaren company. The purpose of the vastkuststiftelsen.se the original, made from solid pine with iron fittings. factory, was to take advantage of the good peat found in Open For church service and by agreement. the bogs in the east. The peat moss factory was in operation Directions Road 47 from Falköping towards Jönköping. Turn ­until the autumn of 1997, and in 1999 it was taken over by the right at the second exit towards Vartofta. The church is located ­Ryttarens Torvströ­fabrik Association.­ Today, Ryttaren consists on a high open hill close to the road 47. GPS: 58.0989, 13.7219. of a large belt-driven peat moss ­factory with associated Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/falkoping/vara-kyrkor. machine house. The area also contains­ a sawmill, a former wood-wool factory, worker­ dwellings and a narrow gauge rail­ 35. LJUNGHEMS BACKAR way for transporting peat moss from the bogs to the ­factory. Natural/cultural area with beautiful ridges, plateaus, damp Ryttarens Torvströ­fabrik is Sweden’s only peat museum and ­valleys and ancient fields. The Ljunghem hills are known as the only pre­served factory of its type from the last turn of the one of Sweden’s hundred pearls. There is a rich flora that suits century that has functioning machinery. The factory is open the calcareous­ soil as well as several cairns and stone circles. for tours. The tour includes an exciting train trip to the former The ­ridges were formed during the last ice age by calcareous peat-cutting ­sites. Ryttaren has a 2.5 km long hiking trail ice stream material from Falbygden. Guided tours Sandhems with information boards through the bogs. Coffee served­ Hembygdsförening +46 706–49 92 39. during the guided tours. Directions Road 47 Falköping–Jönköping. Turn off towards Open 10 July–1 Aug: Saturday–Sunday with tours at 3pm. Sandhem. Ljunghem’s hills are located just west of the road. Peat Day 4 Sep, 10am to 4pm. Other opening hours according Upptäck Mullsjö GPS: 58.038506, 13.827066. to arrangement for groups (minimum 10 people). ­ Directions Ryttaren is located 25 km south-east of Falköping. Turn off the road 47 towards Kättilstorp, 13 km south-east of Vandra på ny pilgrimsled genom Mullsjö kommun!

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14 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 15 Fal­köping. At the railway crossing, turn left at the yellow sign: Directions In the village of Åsarp, located on road 46, follow the sign: Sandhem. In Åryd, after about 5 km, turn south and ­Ryttaren 4. Parking, also for coaches. GPS: 58.02140, 13.73660. sign for Ekehagens Forntidsby. Parking available for cars and 43. OLSBROSTENEN follow the sign: Räves. Drive about 2 km on a gravel road. Info www.ryttaren.nu, +46 705–16 30 39, +46 702–36 05 84. coaches. GPS 58.0322762, 13.5573969. Engravings depicting 4-footed animals from the Viking period.­ GPS: 57.93963,13.64819. Info www.ekehagen.se, FB: Ekehagens Forntidsby, “The large animal” was a royal symbol from Denmark and the Info www.lonern.se, FB: Lönern Turism, +46 706-09 20 73. +46 515–88 67 60. picture can have possible connections to the throne in Imperial 38. VISTORPS WOLF PIT capital of Constantinople. This is the only rune stone in Sweden Restored wolf pit (”varggrop”). A couple of km north of that mentions Estonia. 46. KRONOGÅRDEN IN TRÄDET ­Vistorps Church, 200m from the road. Detailed information can 41. ALVARED’S BRIDGE Directions West of Åsarp, signposted from road 46. Parking Welcome to the homestead museum Kronogården. Here you be found at the site. The ford at Alvared has since time immemorial been a natural for cars and coach. GPS: 58.017123, 13.556571. can experience a genuine 19th century homestead, with poor Directions Approx. 100 metres east of the road between crossing point over the Ätran River. A wooden bridge can be house, shoemakers, shop, craftsman’s workshop and school. ­Kättilstorp and Vistorp. Signs show the way. found on the very first map from 1642. In the 18th century, a Open quiz walks are arranged from mid-April to end of Sep. GPS: 58.027121, 13.693879. new bridge made of oak was planned. It was never con­structed 44. JANSA-JOHANS STENMUR The route is wheelchair ­accessible and traverses beautiful as a royal ordinance­ dictated that public bridges should be An impressive stone wall with an unusual background. Built nature. Two nature trails, one longer, one shorter, leave 39. FAGERÅSSTUGAN built of stone. The stone bridge at Alvared was built in 1766, during the 1880’s by Jansa-Johan from Vintorp, Börstig. The from Kronogården with information about the flora and fauna using four seg­mental arches. Unfortunately, on the upstream wall has always been known locally as “Jansa­-Johans stone of the Ätra Valley. There is also an exhibition of the nature to The Fagerås cottage, which is owned by Åsarp’s Local Historical wall”. The wall is a cultural monument. Society, is a typical farm from the 19th century. Waffles, café side the stone­work did not last very long and had to be rebuilt be found in Ätra Valley and Falbygden. Redvägs­leden – the in the 1830s. At the end of the 19th century, the fourth arch, Directions Reached from the Åsarp–Börstig road. ­2,5 kilo­ hiking trail between Trädet and Ulricehamn – starts from the and exhibitions. Not suitable for wheelchairs. metres from the T crossing by road 46 in Åsarp take a right turn Open July, Sundays 2pm to 5pm. to the north, was removed. Alvared Bridge was taken out of north of Kronogården.­ use in the 1920s. In 1952, it was badly damaged by flooding. by the wooden sign. Continue 1.5 km in the forest. Parking for Open The facility is generally open in Apr–Sep daily, 8am to Directions From the church in Åsarp drive 2km towards 1–2 cars and 1 coach. GPS: 58.035116, 13.512116. ­Var­tofta. Follow the sign to St Fagerås­ to the right. Parking.­ It was re­paired in 1973 and most recently in 2011, where the 4pm. Pre-booked groups are welcome in Apr–Sep. For more GPS: 58.03662, 13.60044. fallen ­arches were raised slightly, all the weathered stone was info see the website. Info www.hbfasarp.se, Margareta Runesson +46 730–91 98 52. re­placed with new stone and new rails were fitted. 45. LÖNERN TURISM – NEW Directions Signposted from the road 46, ­Ryninga just north Directions Next to the bridge over the Ätran river on road 46 At Lönern Turism, you can rent a boat with motor at the of Trädet village. Parking, also for coaches. GPS: 57.997242, 40. EKEHAGENS FORNTIDSBY at the northern end of Åsarp. GPS: 58.02694, 13.54999. northern part of Lake Lönern. There is lakeside parking for 13.559741. motorhomes and caravans, and 2 kilometers away you can Info www.kolaby.se, FB: Kronogården Hembygdsgård, +46 Ekehagen’s Forntidsby is an archaeological open-air find the cottage Karlsgården with a total of 8 beds, all rented 722–28 91 47, +46 705–72 91 61. ­museum, located in beautiful oak woodlands along the river 42. FREDAHL RYDÉNS BURIAL MUSEUM­ The burial museum (”begravningsmuseum”) displays burial by the night. Combine staying overnight with great fishing or Ätran. Here you can find reconstructed prehistoric settlements just a boat trip on the lake. Lönern Turism has its own barbecue from the Stone-, Bronze and Iron ages. Cows and sheep graze items associated with Swedish traditions and items from the 47. FRÄLSEGÅRDENS NATURE company´s own production. areas, coffee tables and swimming area. Winding, small roads in the pastures and old-fashioned breeds of pig root in their in the varied forest and agricultural area, invites to hiking and RESERVE enclosures. In the Summer you can try your hand at various Open By arrangement. The Ulricehamnsåsen ridge can be followed all the way along Directions Fredahls is just west of Åsarp centre, north of Road biking. There are berries and mushrooms in the surrounding crafts, games and activities. We are happy­ to provide guided area, along with game such as moose and deer. Enjoy the tran- the Ätran Valley from Trädet to Ulricehamn. At Frälsegården, tours and activities for pre-booked school classes and groups. 46. GPS: 58.025147, 13.562056. on road 46 south of Trädet, the ridge is very distinctive with Info www.fredahlrydens.se, +46 515–77 72 00. quility, the lake with rich bird life and the rustle of the forest. Souvenir shop and Café/Restaurant, opening times apply Open 1 April – 31 Oct. its ­typical ­juniper vegetation. A flora representative of dryfield to the museum. Close to the entrance you can take a swim in Directions From Trädet, along road 46, turn east on Solber- slopes, including­ many rare plants such as Rock Cinquefoil, the river. gavägen and drive about 5 km. In Solberga turn south, follow Bloody Cranesbill­ and Pasqueflower can be seen. On the ridge Open See the website. there are also burial grounds from the Iron Age, and by the

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you to its cake buffet, sandwiches and light dishes. All are 54. EARTH CAVERN AT NÖRE home-baked and home-made. You can also order or buy bread The cavern (”jordkulan”) was an emergency dwelling dating and pastries to take with you. Exhibitions, lectures, courses­ back to the early 19th century. It is beautifully situated in and activities. Guided tours and stories.­ Tourist information. Timmele Hembygdsgård Fredsskogen on the outskirts of Dalum. The cottage was in­ Cycle hire. Cottages to rent. habited until 1885. The walls are partly stone and the floor is of Open May–Dec Thursday–Sunday 11am to 5pm. Booked Gästgivaregården earth. It is now restored and always open for visitors. groups and conferences also at other times. Directions Follow the directions from Staffansgården in Nöre - en mötesplats med historia Directions Ods church village, off road 182, be­tween Timmele village. GPS: 57.87931, 13.44835. and Annelund. GPS: 57.9446, 13.1867.

Info www.creadiem.se, FB and Instagram: 55. KRONOGÅRDEN ÄLMESTAD @Crea.Diem.Bokcafe, +46 513–600 29. HÄLLSTAD ISLANDSHÄSTAR

Riding tours on Icelandic horses for experienced and novice 57. BURIAL GROUND riders of all ages. Café Kronogården serves food, sand­wiches, AT STENLYCKAN – NEW coffee, waffles, etc. Sells meat from the farm, lambskins and ­The burial ground (”gravfältet”) is from the Iron Age and there crafts. The café can be booked for groups. Bed & Breakfast are 16 burial mounds and 27 round stone formations. Stone with four double rooms. The Children’s Farm with horses, settings are a type of tomb that occurs throughout the Iron Age cows, sheep, chickens, dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits. (500 BC-1050 AD). Burial mounds became common during the Open B&B and horse riding, all-year round. Advance bookings Late Iron Age. The burial ground is beautifully situated on a hill only. among beeches and oaks next to the church in Od. Café Kronogården: Directions The village of Od is located along road 182 bet- 12 June-15 Aug: daily 12pm to 4pm. ween Timmele and Annelund. 21 Aug-10 Oct: weekends 12pm to 4pm. GPS: 57.944107, 13.185796. Other times by prior agreement. Directions Along road 182, 15 km north west of Ulricehamn. 58. OD’S CHURCH – NEW GPS: 57.90679, 13.34119. The church is probably from the first half of the 12th century www.prangenscamping.se Info www.turridningar.se. +46 702–26 97 95. and is located next to the Iron Age burial ground Stenlyckan. It shows the old importance of the place. The church is one 56. CREA DIEM BOKCAFÉ of the few with a medieval anteroom left. The 12th-century Surrounded by greenery in Ods church village you will find baptismal font and a standing medieval wooden Madonna the Crea Diem Book Café, in three red cottages. Here you can sculpture, Mary and the Child, are from the church’s rich his- purchase newly-published books. Inspiration and reflection tory. During a restoration, medieval frescoes were found on are the common denominators with themes such as culture,­ the walls. The north wall paintings are from the 13th century history, gardens, food, Västgöta literature and children’s and the south wall are from the 16th century. Additions and books. The Book Café with its glass veranda also welcomes alterations took place during the 17th and 18th centuries, from ULRICEHAMN

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20 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 21 which time the church’s portrait paintings are also. other opening hours see the website. read ”Bolle (Bole) raised this stone after Bolla (Bola) their 66. ULRICEHAMNSBYGDENS Open 21 June - 29 Aug daily 11am - 5pm and at services. Directions Take the road between Älmestad and Hökerum. friend”. In the area there are also raised stones, cairn, carved Directions The village of Od is located along road 182 be­ Turn east at the sign for Salunda and continue for approx. 1 km out cups on rock and remains of ancient fields. MOTORMUSEUM In this museum you can find cars, motorbikes, mopeds and tween Timmele and Annelund. GPS: 57.943210, 13.187525. to the farm. GPS: 57.880387, 13.328355. Directions The burial ground is located near the road, about other motorized objects, spanning more than 8 decades. The Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/herrljunga/ods-kyrka Info www.knalten-eko.se, FB: Knalten Ekologiska Grönsaker, 500 m northeast of Härna 12th century church. Follow the sign: museum is run by a group of knowledgeable enthusiasts. Instagram: @knalten, +46 703–02 73 03. Gravfält. GPS: 57.848258,13.241591. Open See website. 59. HÄLLSTAD’S CHURCH Directions From road number 46 in Timmele, follow sign for AND HÄLLSTAD’S MONUMENT 61. STONE CIRCLES AT VÄBY 64. VÄDERSHOLM Timmele kyrka (church). The entrance to the museum can be The church was built in 1819 on the same site where a 12th Nine stone circles (”Domarringar”) at Brunstorp in Väby. The RUINED FORTIFICATION found at the parking area below the church.GPS 57.853555, ­century church once stood. It is located between two important circles were burial sites during the iron age and include 2 Traces of the central tower and remains of the stone founda- 13.435378 ­pagan sites: the stone circles in Väby and the Viking-era burial­ cairns. Each ring comprise 5 to 9 stones. tions from a 13th century fort. Situated on a promontory by Info www.ulricehamnsbygdensmotormuseum.se. For booking site in Hov. In Hov, burial chambers with weapons, ­riding Directions At Väby, between Älmestad and ­Hökerum, turn to Lake Mogden.­ Originally built on an islet split by a moat. It was of guided tours for groups (max 50 persons), please phone equipment, jewels and sacrificial animals have previously­ Snugge. Signposted ”Domarringar” and is located on the right here that Knight Heyne Snakeborg was under siege by Queen +46 707–19 55 50. been dis­covered. At the Hällstad cemetery, there is a Roma- hand side. GPS: 57.8752, 13.3137. Margareta´s troops from 1388 to 1389. During excavations­ over nesque ­burial ­monument from the 12th century, which depicts 4 000 ­objects were found, including coins, arrows and keys. 67. TIMMELE HEMBYGDSGÅRD a medieval­ world and Christianity’s victory over ­paganism. 62. TREVIA There are also remains of the Fagranäs fortification, exami- GÄSTGIVAREGÅRDEN On the covering slab and the gable slabs, there are motifs Along the old country road between Grovare and Härna ned by archae­ologists in 2014–2015. Directions Signposted The old inn at Timmele is built at an old meeting point. It ­depicting acanthus tendrils coming­ out of the mouth of two lies Trevia. The farm shop sells everything from olive oil to from the cycle path along the old railway line in Hökerum. By was here, at a ford across the River Ätran, that several roads­ opposing dragons and two people holding­ books and ­censers home­made candles, felt and woven cloth. They organize art car: Turn off road 40 at Hökerum towards Hökerum. Turn off ­con­verged, including the Ätrastigen bridle path, which is in a holy environment. Directions From road 182 at Älmestads exhibitions, music events and inspiration days such as towards Timmele. After approx 1½km turn down a gravel road ­thousands of years old. The present building was originally northen entrance, turn to Hökerum. You find the church after wool felt, cast concrete or casting candles. The old barn also to the left – signposted ”Borgruin”. Ample parking. Not suita- constructed in the 18th century and served as an inn until 1907. approx. 600 m. GPS 57.897627, 13.332263. houses a pub and café with cakes, buns and sandwiches, some ble for coaches. GPS: 57.8400, 13.3088. Timmele Local Historical Society has restored the former inn as is home­made. Food when ordered two days before. Alcohol a home­stead museum with a meeting venue, café, ­museum permit. Guest house rental with 4 beds, spa pool and event 60. KNALTEN EKOLOGISKA GRÖNSAKER 65. GORGES IN TIMMELE items and a herb garden. The society organises guided tent, 135 sqm. At the Knalten farm, we grow a wide variety of KRAV certified North-west of the church in Timmele, beside the old ford tours, cultural­ activities and more. Booking for groups all Open All year round, see website. vegetables, using horses and manual labour. Locally grown, across the River Ätran, are the best-preserved gorges (hål­ year round, with or without coffee. Directions Signs from the road at Härna church along the freshly harvested and delicious! The farm is located in the vägar) in the country. These are part of the ’röjda vägen’ bridle Open See the website and Facebook. road Älmestad-Nitta. Thereafter appr. 1,5km. Parking also for middle of the forest between Ulricehamn and Borås. More than path that gave the area its name – Redvägs Härad. The gorges ­Directions Signposted from road 46 at the southern entrance­ coaches. GPS: 57.852989,13.215661. 50 crops are grown outdoors and in green houses. Fields and are deep ravines, the result of erosion over many centuries to Timmele. Parking available for cars and coaches. Info www.trevia.se, +46 707-45 27 24. pastures are managed traditionally to restore and preserve a and the many people, soldiers, horses and animals that have GPS: 57.852279, 13.437995. rich biological diversity. During the harvest season, vegetables ­passed through the area. These ­gorges, probably remains of Info www.hembygd.se/timmele, FB: Timmele Hembygds­ are sold in the farm store, at markets, in REKO rings and to 63. KUNGSSTENEN I HÄRNA – NEW the bridle path, can be seen at a number of sloping areas along förening. Lars Neuman +46 702–46 09 41. local shops and restaurants. We love locally produced, organic­ On the burial ground Kungshögen, stands Västergötland’s the Ätran Valley. Directions By the side of road 46 in Timmele. food! second­ highest runestone called Kungsstenen. It is 3.85 m Good parking. GPS: 57.8553, 13.4339. Open Wednesdays 4pm to 7pm during harvest season. For high and 0.75 m wide. Anyone who can interpret runes can

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22 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 23 67. TIMMELE MINIBY charming environment. A stone’s throw from the mill is Årås many years. The area is maintained such that it will revert to Turn off towards Liared at Rasta. Follow the road north towards Timmele church village in ­miniature, opened 2006. See how Säteri (manor), dating back to the 15th century. The commu- the state it had under previous centuries. ­Tissered. Before reaching Tissered, turn off to the east down the village looked around 1880, before land parcelling took nity association arranges activities and events year-round – Directions Alongside the church in Hössna. the alleyway (difficult­ to find). Parking at the farm. place. There is something of interest for every­one, regardless ­summer café, art exhibitions, musical perfor­mances, GPS: 57.82497, 13.53864. GPS 57.804187,13.653216. of age. Outdoors, always available. courses etc. We can also take visitors arriving by coach for Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. Directions At Timmele church. Coach parking. GPS 57.853330, a tour through the grounds. The hostel and Drängstugan 75. KARIN’S LADA 13.438210. Info www.timmele-miniby.nu. Guided tours: (farmhand’s quarters) have 12 picturesque rooms with a total 73. STORA STEGERHULT Karin’s Lada is a rustic café with a yarn and handicraft shop ­Anders Neuman +46 705-87 63 03. of 36 beds. There is a barbecue pit beautifully located along Stora Stegerhult used to be an old family farm, where its last and farmstead museum. In the café we serve coffee with the river. A large dance floor “arena” can be hired separately owner Miss Gerda Stromberg spent her time keeping livestock, ­home-made pies and sandwiches. The shop has products or when renting the mill house for weddings,­ parties or growing crops, hunting and fishing. She bequeathed her from various artisans and a wide assortment of yarns. Quiz 68. BRONZE AGE CAIRN AT KROKEN other activities. Here, there are also two boules courts. At Two cairns (”rösen”) from 1700–500 BC, not excavated. The ­entire estate to the parish of Liared in 1985. At the time all the walks Sundays in May–August. Music­ ­evenings in the sum- the old manor, the association is busy renovating buildings­ and ­larger of the two is 25 metres in diameter and beautifully ­buildings were in a poor state of repair but are now care­fully mer, on alternate Thursdays starting in week 26. Midsummer ­creating a manor park. A number of cycle and hiking paths made. The levelled-off top is unusual and looks intentional. restored.The farmhouse along with the barn, the store house,­ celebration.­ Christmas market. Simple accommodation start from Årås kvarn. Generally, cairns have a high point in the middle and slope the well pole and the traditional gates, give an ex­cellent for rent. The barn is wheelchair-­accessible and can be hired all Open Year-round by arrangement. Events, see the website. down from the sides. The Kroken cairns are not located at ­picture of life in the Swedish countryside in the 19th ­century. year round. Directions At the Falköping–Jönköping–Ulricehamn tri­ a height, but in close proximity­ to waterways and gorges, Res­ponsible for the upkeep of the farm is Liared’s Local­ Open See the website. Pre-booked groups are welcome. angle’s midpoint. GPS: 57.886504, 13.639784. ­pre­sumably at an old pass over Tattarån.­ ­History ­Society for Stora Stegerhult. The farm is open to the Directions East of Ulricehamn. Turn off road 40 towards Vråna Info www.araskvarn.se, +46 723–29 11 51. Directions Between Ulricehamn and Timmele. From road 46 public during Summer Sundays with guides on hand to show (at Strängsered). Follow­ the road for about 3 km, turn right at turn off to the Motorcross track. Sign posted. Walk the last you around and refreshments are available. There is a flea the T-junction, towards Vråna. Then take the first turn on the 600m from the car park. GPS: 57.8306, 13.4346. 71. KNÄTTE KULLAR market­ in the barn. The Society also organises guided walks right, signposted N Hästhagen, also signposted with a coffee A nature reserve with 2 ridges south of Knätte church. The in the local area. There are also a large collection of old photo- cup. Parking for coaches. GPS: 57.800684, 13.699842. ­ridges are formed of glacial ­deposits. ­Vegatation is rich and graphs and a parish record register. Accessible outdoor toilet. Info www.karinslada.se, FB: Karins Lada, 69. STONE WITH CUP MARKS varied.­ Open June–July Sundays 3pm to 6pm. On Midsummer’s Eve Instagram: @karinslada , +46 702–82 60 35. AT KROKEN Directions Knätte is located north east of Ulricehamn, there are traditional celebrations at 3pm. For guided visit out- A remarkable stone (”skålgropssten”) with approximately 230 b­etween Hössna and Dalum. GPS: 57.859819, 13.553745. side opening hours, please contact us. 76. GALTÅSEN carved out cups dating from the bronze age and used during Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. Directions From the crossroads at Liared’s church, follow The highest point of Västergötland at 361.5 metres above sea sacrifices.­ signs for Mullsjö. Continue for 4 km until you see a sign for ­level. The ”Galtåsenleden” hiking trail, approx. 10 km, starts Directions Approx 20m east of road 46, 100m to the south of 72. HÖSSNA PRÄSTGÅRD Stora ­Stegerhult. Parking available for both cars and coaches. from Lassalyckan’s recreation centre in Ulricehamn and heads the Hössna turnoff. Parking by the Motortrack. Show conside- NATURE RESERVE GPS 57.8449, 13.7072. towards Galtåsen. Directions East of Ulricehamn, from road ration for grazing animals. GPS: 57.8265, 13.4407. Info Lillemor Holmberg, +46 730–44 90 17. A 63 hectare nature reserve at Hössnas ­rectory. The reserve 40 turn south towards Kinnared.­ 2nd left at the letter boxes. lies on the hilly slopes­ of the Ätran valley. Lime-rich fens lie Follow signs. GPS: 57.78759, 13.54346. 70. ÅRÅS KVARN along the slopes provide a ahbitat for a very rich flora. A large 74. TISSERED’S RUINED CHURCH Årås kvarn (mill) and STF Hostels, a beautiful oasis next to the selection of ­pre-historic ­monuments can be found in­cluding A church ruin from the 11th century and an old cottage 77. ULRICEHAMNS GUIDEFÖRENING Tidan river that connects the Jogen and Vållern lakes. Here, a mounds, a stone with carved out drinking bowls, an old hollow once used a school. ­Directions Tissered is located between Our knowledgeable local guides organise interesting bus community association and hostel are run in an especially way and pre historic fields. Restoration work will continue for Strängsered and Liared. Take the road 40 east of Ulricehamn. tours with various themes, e.g.”Gårdarna runt sjön [Farms

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24 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 25 around the lake]”, ”Änglagårdsbygden [The Änglagården ­activism of popular movements in the late turn of the century. ment we create. Enjoy a break with homemade baked goods GPS 57.690571, 13.695831. Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se, area]”, ”Emigrant­resan [The emigrant’s journey]” and ”Ätra- ­Contains premises for conferences, meetings, education out in the sun or inside by the fire. One of us is a trained florist Ulricehamn Tourist Office +46 312–59 59 59. dalen ­möter Fal­bygden [Ätran valley meets Falbygden]”. New and ­music. Ulricehamns theater scene and cinema are here. and inspired by beauty and wild things. The other works with tour in 2021 is ”In the footsteps of the stars” - a journey in the Directions Nygatan 24,Ulriceham, GPS: 57.79137, 13.41503. scrap and creates pieces that will make you laugh, reflect and 83. VEGBY HEMBYGDSPARK film municipality Ulricehamn. Our knowledge of local ­history, Info www.folketshusulricehamn.se, +46 321–354 44. admire, and potentially even take home. Vegby Local History Society (“Vegbyortens Hembygds­ rich cultural heritage and wonderful ­natural surroundings Open Year-round, Fridays 1pm to 5pm, Saturday–Sunday 11am förening”) holds most of its activities in this beautifully is ­extensive and we know where tour groups can get a tasty 78. ÅSAKULLEN/KRÅKEBOBERGET to 5pm, other times upon arrangement. ­located open-air museum. Here you can find Lilja and Fina’s bite to eat or find a pleasant café. The guide association offers Panoramic views over the lake and Ulricehamn. A ­nature reserve­ Directions From road 157 at Marbäck’s southern entrance, cottages, ­a barn, a disused shop and a display of objects and ready-made solutions or adapts and tailors the tour in line with covering an area of broad leaf woodland by Kråkeboberget­ turn east. Signposted Källebacka.­ Parking, also for coaches. tools from the historical textile industry in the area. Summer your wishes. You organise the bus – we do the rest! We and Åsakullen, which lie on the western side of lake Åsunden GPS: 57.733885,13.438830. time you can buy ­waffles as well as enjoying exhibitions. offer tours of towns and sculptures. ­between the villages of Brunn and Tvärred. Info www.kallebacka.se, FB: Hemma på Källebacka, Insta- The Society also plays an important part in maintaining and Info www.ulricehamnsguideforening.se, +46 705–46 04 11, Directions Follow the old Borås road (not road 40) out of gram: @hemmapakallebacka, +46 702–572584. pro­viding infor­mation about the historical churches in Södra Ulricehamns Tourist Office +46 321–59 59 59. Ulrice­hamn, passing the ­Police station. Follow the signs to Säm as well as the old “Priest Road” (“Prästavägen”) the Tvärred. Just after passing the last of the build up area turn to 81. STONE CIST AT MARBÄCK ­latter probably­ originating­ in the 14th century. “The Road”, 77. ULRICEHAMN the left. Parking by the ”Åsastugan” (cottage). GPS: 57.791223, Well-preserved megalith grave (”hällkista”) from the end of which is 2.5 km long and suitable for walking and cycling, On the slooping cobbled square, Stora Torget you find the 13.391924. the Stone Age. It has 23 upright stones and a capstone. Origi- connects the village­ of Södra Säm and its now ruined church town hall. It was erected in 1789 after the great town fire, in Info www.vastkuststiftelsen.se. nally, there were more capstones, but they have been removed with the church in Gällstad. Open Vegby Hembygdspark mid which the old town hall was burnt down. Carl Michael Bellman, and have very like­ly been used in a stone bridge over a stream June–mid Aug on Sundays 2pm to 5pm. Pre-booked groups a famous songwriter, wrote a poem to collect money for the 79. STEN STURE MONUMENT about 300 metres north of the grave. Wonderful discoveries of also welcome at other times. next town hall. Today the town´s political leaders have their A monument commemorating the battle on an ice covered flint daggers, spearheads, arrowheads,­ scrapers, etc. Directions Vegby Hembygdspark is located at the end of Oxel- offices in the building. Storgatan,­ previously known as Gamla ­Åsunden in 1520. During the battle Sten Sture was fatally Directions South of Marbäck, turn off the road 157 towards vägen in Vegby, 150 m east of the Water Tower. Västerlånggatan, is part of the former bridleway from Falken- ­in­jured by a Danish cannon ball. The monument was erected in Påbo. Stop at the first house on the left and follow the boun- GPS 57.681681,13.374653. There are information boards at the berg, along Ätran, to Falköping. The town’s oldest building is the early 20th century. In the area there is a restaurant, camp dary slightly off the road. Approx 150m from the road you will ruined church in Södra Säm and at the start of “Prästavägen”. located at Storgatan 37. site, cabins, beach, hiking- ang bicycle trails. find the grave in an open field up on a ridge. GPS 57.651455, 13.395083. The city park is an oasis in the town with a fine play ground, Directions Directly to the south of Ulricehamn. Follow road GPS: 57.7298, 13.4444. Info www.nya.hembygd.se/vegbyortens-hembygdsf-rening, bubbling stream and old cottages from the district dating back 157 along the lake and look for the sign to “Skotteks­gården”. Wilhelm Josefsson +46 705–47 23 38. to the 18th and 19th centuries, donated to the town by the ­Parking available for cars and coaches. GPS 57.769998, 82. KOMOSSE WETLANDS squire of Brusewitz from Limmared.­ 13.400424. Komosse is a nature reserve east of Ulricehamn and one of 84. KUMMELIBERG BURIAL GROUND Info www.ulricehamnsturistbyra.se, Ulricehamns Tourist Europe’s finest remaining wetlands. It is one of southern Situated to the west of Gällstad with views over Sämsjön you 77. KULTURHUSET FOLKETS HUS ­Office +46 321-59 59 59. Sweden’s largest linked bogs. Enjoy the diverse flora and fauna will find this fine burial site. The site was used over a long Constructed as a community house 1903–1905. The grand and a silence broken only by birdsong. Hike Björnöleden, a ­period, from Viking burial mounds, flat gravestones and wooden paneling with wavy design language, two towers and 80. HEMMA PÅ KÄLLEBACKA ­5km planked trail. bronze­ age rings. There­ is also a children’s play area. curved double staircase, makes the building one of Sweden’s Café and farm shop filled with design and a great range of Directions Björnöleden can be reached by taking the road Directions At the roundabout in Gällstad turn towards Vegby. most beautiful ”People’s houses”. It has a great value for plants. In an inspiring environment dating back to the 18th be­tween Köttkulla and Mulseryd, which traverses the bog. At the next junction turn left to Månstad. Signposted ”grav- the entire city and cityscape, showing the movements and ­century, join in with our creative zest and enjoy the environ- ­Parking at Mörkö, near the beach at Lake Trehörningen. fält”. Ample parking. GPS: 57.6607, 13.4003.

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30 www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 31 96. LIMMAREDS SÄTERI ­Am­björnarp. GPS: 57.454304, 13.311398. trail ´Carlssons promenad´ 1,5 km, which tells you about the 94. OPENSTEN Info Tranemo Tourist Information +46 325-57 60 30. history of the farm and local community. For the children there On the hill lie the ruins of a middle age fort, dating back to the Limmared Manor is a farm dating back to the 14th century. Sin- ce 1978, the farm has been run by us, Margit Bylin and ­Yngve is a lot to see and do, for example hens and the Bee-tip, 14th century. At that time the hill was surrounded by water. where you learn about bees and other pollinators. ­Interesting flora and an observation tower for bird watchers. Larsson. Alongside our traditional farming we have added a 99. AMBJÖRNARP farm shop. Here, we sell locally produced food, the farm’s Ambjörnarps byalag hires out rail bikes along the Western Open The farm shop: May Fridays 2pm to 7pm and in July–Sep ­Situated along the the Oxabanan walking trail. Thursdays, Fridays 2pm­ to 7pm. Asparagus- and Garden tours: Directions Signposted from road 157 nord-east of Limmared. own beef and pork, and men’s and women’s fashions from ­Central railway, ­Ambjörnarp–Sjötofta, 16 km there and back. Mingel and ­Masai, and other brands. We also have pick-your- We have six rail ­bikes for up to two adults and one child as well Fridays 5pm when the farm shop is open. Gardendays: Sundays GPS: 57.562205,13.356184. 16 May, 4 July, 22 Aug, 26 Sep 11am to 4pm. Info Tranemo Tourist Information +46 325-57 60 30. own sweetcorn and a wild boar en­closure for dog training and as a tandem rail bike. Along the railway, there is a beautifully hunting. situated rest area by Holmsjön Lake where you can barbecue. Directions 15 km south of ­Tranemo, follow the signs from the Open Farm shop, year-round Thursday–Friday 2pm to 6pm and In Sjötofta, you can visit the burial grounds. The station area road between Ambjörnarp and Sjötofta. The last bit of the road 95. GLASETS HUS Saturdays 9am to 1pm. in Ambjörnarp is home to the station building, station loo (now is not navigable by coach. GPS: 57.397972,13.273831. Glasets Hus is a stone’s throw from Limmareds Glasbruk, Directions From road 27 south-west of Limmared, turn west privately owned) and freight shed. The railway’s switches and Info www.bjornhyltans.se, FB: Björnhyltans, Instagram: @ Sweden’s oldest working glassworks, established 1740. at the sign for Limmareds Säteri. The farm is 500 m from the rails are intact in the station area. In the village, you will find bjornhyltanstradgard, +46 738–45 57 77, +46 767–79 52 93. Glasets­­ Hus is a house of experiences with a museum, ­junction. GPS: 57.523588, 13.336017. the Bicycle and ­Local History Museum (”Cykel- och Hem- glass-­blowing, art exhibitions and a conference area in Info www.limmaredssateri.se, +46 325–719 18, bygdsmuseum”), and the Stjärnebo homestead, mini-golf, 101. BURIAL GROUND IN SJÖTOFTA a unique environment. Large glass exhibition with glass from +46 702–56 35 19. playground. Swimming and fishing opportunities nearby. By the old railway station in Sjötofta is a fine iron age burial the 18th century to today’s ABSOLUT bottle. Café and lunch Bike trail on the paved­ railway to Falköping via Tranemo and site (”gravfält”) with stone circles (6th century) and stones set restaurant in a beautiful winter garden and a shop full of 97. TRANEMO CHURCH Ulricehamn. ­ out in the form of a boat (typical Scandinavian ancient monu- blown glass. Try ­blowing your own glass. You are welcome to Open Visit the website. ment). Local­ folklore tells of a bridal party that was turned to pre-book a guided tour, glass show or try your hand at One of the countries few symetrical churches. It is six ­sided with a tower in the middle. The exciting architecture makes Directions In central Ambjörnarp. Parking available for stone on the way to the church. glass-blowing. ”Glasparken” is an activity park for children coaches. GPS 57.42032, 14.29538. Directions In central Sjötofta. GPS: 57.35947, 13.28919. and youth. Free of charge and open all year, a range of activi- the church well worth a visit. It was built in 1882 from plans drawn by the ­architect Emil Langlét. Info www.ambjörnarp.se. Rail bike hire, only pre-booking Info Tranemo Tourist Information +46 325-57 60 30. ties are offered to promote culture, attract play and movement +46 735–89 87 33. The Museum is open June–Aug. Only for and, above all, promote new interactions. Open Year round, weekdays 8am to 4pm and for services. Directions Kyrkogatan, Tranemo. GPS: 57.487553,13.347012. pre-booked groups 10–25 persons, please phone Open Year-round, Tuesdays, Fridays: 10am to 6pm. Wednes- +46 738–05 44 64. day–Thursday and Saturday–Sunday: 10am to 4pm. Closed Info www.svenskakyrkan.se/kind/tranemo-kyrka. Mondays. Changes listed on the website. Extended opening +46 325–61 20 00 hours summer. 100. BJÖRNHYLTANS Directions Central Limmared. Car and coach parking. 98. BREDASTEN BURIAL GROUND TRÄDGÅRD & GÅRDSBUTIK GPS: 57.535677, 13.353939. The burial ground (”gravfält”) is located where Björkered in Come and experience the garden where everything comes Info www.glasetshuslimmared.se, FB: Glasets Hus Limmared, Ambjörnarp and Hjärphult in Tranemo meet. It ­covers a 40 x ­together – the kitchen garden, herb garden, flower garden and Instagram: @glasetshuslimmared, +46 325–66 00 60. 25 metre area and has two judge circles, a trident, a square greenhouse. 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AND FALKENBERG Falköping “Ätradalsleden” is a bike trail between Falköping and Falkenberg. You travel through an ancient cultural landscape with millennial Åsarp Åtvidaberg old roads between the coast and inland. The trail runs through Valdemarsvik open landscape, forests, towns, villages, along lakes and the win- Göteborg Blidsberg ding river Ätran. Ulricehamn The trail is a total of 197 km, of which 146 km is car-free railway Borås embankment. The northern part, between Falköping and Am­ björnarp, runs exclusively on paved embankment. The route Am- Vegby Jönköping Gamleby björnarp - Falkenberg winds its way on low-traffic roads, mostly on MEMBERS asphalt, but short distances are on hard packed gravel. However, Svenljunga Limmared Alphems Arboretum Fårösund VästervikAmbjörnarps Byalag the Fegen - Gällared route runs on the embankment. Good starting Tranemo Ankarsrum points are Falköping, Ulricehamn, Tranemo, Svenljunga, Fegen and Antik-Fiket B&B Ambjörnarp Basta Kvarnkafé/*Nohrbergs Bageri & Konditori Falkenberg. Östra Frölunda Sjöto’a Björnhyltans Trädgård & Gårdsbutik Blidsbergs Hembygdsförening Visby Hultsfred Crea Diem Bokcafé LOTS TO EXPERIENCE *FalbygdsTurism Ätran Floby Antikvariat Enjoy the wonderful scents and exciting changes in the lands- Fegen Fredahl Rydéns Begravningsmuseum Glasets HusByxelkrok cape, beautiful places, attractions of various kinds and meetings *Gökhemskogen Vessigebro with new people. You will pass, or be close to, nature reserves and Hemma på Källebacka ancient monuments such as Olsbrostenen, Frälsegården, Korpe- Högsby OskarshamnJensens Ateljé Falkenberg bobergs deciduous forests, Skårtebo and Fegens nature reserve. Johanssons Lamm & Ull Karins Lada Blow your own glass or visit the flea market in Limmared, expe- Knalten Ekologiska Grönsaker rience Stone Age life at Ekehagens Forntidsby. Seek cool air and Kronogården Älmestad/Hällstad Islandshästar calm ambiance in old churches or make a detour to artist Kristian Kulturhuset Folkets Hus, Ulricehamn Kölaby Hembygdsförening Burgsvik Jensen in Vårkumla. Go fishing, swimming and canoeing in Ätran Liareds Hembygdsförening/Stora Stegerhult or in any of the lakes. Halland’s most beautiful road, Askome - Gäl- Nybro BorgholmLiden Lantbruk Hoburg lared, takes you to ­Yngeredsforsen with its historical environment Limmareds Säteri *Lönern Turism and cultural trail. Falkenberg offers sandy beaches, seaweed scents BECOME A MEMBER! If you run a tourist destination within our includes marketing in the Culture Trail’s brochure Mönethorp B&B and salty baths. *Outdoor Support geographical area with regular opening times and and website, advertising discounts and a network Kalmar FärjestadenRyttarens Torvströfabrik which comes under the categories of “Where to of key players in the tourist industry. We also Rìga Stay on a farm with a live farming, in a cottage by a lake or in the *Snickarglädjens Veranda/Prästgården i Jäla town center. Enjoy a good cup of coffee at Basta Kvarnkafé and eat”, “Where to stay” or “What to do” - apply for welcome private individuals as support members. Svenska Kyrkan Falköpings pastorat membership in our members co-op. Membership For more info see www.kulturvagen.se. Svenska Kyrkan Floby pastorat take the opportunity to feed the fish in Ätran. Have a meal pre- Timmele Hembygdsförening pared from locally produced and organic ingredients at Vilhelmsro Toarp Säteri Gårdscafé. Enjoy! *Torpa Gård & Ängar Trevia Welcome! Ulricehamns Guideförening Grönhögen UlricehamnsBygdens MotorMuseum Read more at www.atradalsleden.se or contact the tourist offices in Wardins Gårdsprodukter Vegbyortens Hembygdsförening Falköping, Ulricehamn, Tranemo, Svenljunga or Falkenberg. Vilhelmsro Gårdscafé och B&B Årås Kvarn www.kulturvagen.se www.kulturvagen.se 34 Åsarps Hembygdsförening members! new seven welcome We * 35 Åsle Mularp Tiarps Hembygdsförening Kulturvägen Ekomuseum Västergötland 2021 Västergötland Kulturvägen Ekomuseum

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The tourist offices in Falköping, Ulricehamn and Tranemo can provide more information about tou- rist destinations as well as bicycle and hiking trails in the area. They have maps, brochures and tips about special programmes for tourists. You can also get help with all kinds of book- ings. VERY WELCOME! Boktryck AB LH Tryck, Ulricehamn © Ulricehamn Tryck, Boktryck AB LH Tryck: Kommunikation Lofthouse Layout: m. fl. Fridén Tuana Jonas Ingman, Töve, Johansson, Jan Conny Medlemmar, Övriga fotografer: FALKÖPINGS TOURIST OFFICE ULRICEHAMNS TOURIST OFFICE TRANEMO TOURIST INFORMATION Stora Torget 11 Järnvägstorget 2 SE–521 42 FALKÖPING SE–523 30 ULRICEHAMN Tel: +46(0)325-57 60 30 Tel: +46 (0)515-88 70 50 Tel: +46 (0)321-59 59 59 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] www.svenljungatranemo.se www.falkoping.se/turism www.ulricehamnsturistbyra.se Omslagsbild: Karin Wikander

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