Things to Do in Falkenberg
Falkenberg offers a wide range of activities and experiences during the summer season, from beautiful beaches and scenic nature to exciting events and culinary delights. Outdoor enthusiasts will find plenty of activities to enjoy, including cycling, fishing, and golf. The coastline, with its shallow beaches and steady westerly winds, creates perfect conditions for kitesurfing. For more information and additional tips, visit falkenberg.se and visithalland.com
Below are some recommendations on what to do:
Beaches:
Skrea strand: One of Sweden’s most famous beaches, stretching for several kilometers. It offers restaurants, barbecue areas, mini golf, padel courts, and SUP rentals.
Olofsbo strand: A beautiful sandy beach located about 5 km north of Falkenberg’s city center.
Ringsegård strand: A shallow, family-friendly beach where you can park your car directly on the sand for easy access.
Restaurants & cafés:
Lilla Napoli: Known for serving world-class Neapolitan pizza. Make sure to book a table in advance!
Stålboms konditori: A popular café and bakery in central Falkenberg, featuring a lovely garden where you can enjoy your fika.
Entertainment & Events:
Vallarnas Friluftsteater: Every summer, this outdoor theater hosts comedy shows, concerts, and performances that attract visitors from all over Sweden.
Gekås i Ullared: Europe’s largest department store and Sweden’s most popular shopping destination, with activities for the whole family.
Nature Experiences:
Doktorspromenaden: A scenic walking path along the Ätran River, perfect for a relaxing stroll.
Åkulla bokskogar: Offers hiking trails, lakes, and barbecue areas in a stunning natural setting.
Fiske i Ätran: Purchase a fishing permit and try your luck at catching salmon in the Ätran River, or rent a boat and fish in one of Falkenberg’s many lakes.
Hiking Trails:
Hallandsleden: A long-distance trail that runs through Halland, passing through Falkenberg. The trail offers varied terrain with both coniferous and deciduous forests, as well as stunning scenery.
Björkasjöstigen: A 5.5 km trail that takes you around Björkasjön, offering diverse natural landscapes.
Ödemarksstigen: For those looking for a longer challenge, this 11.8 km trail provides a deep nature experience.
Surfing:
Villa Surf Garden: Located in Ugglarp, just south of Falkenberg, Villa Surf Garden offers kitesurfing lessons, SUP safaris, and a relaxing environment with amenities such as a sauna and pool.