Hovdala Castle – a historical surprise in Skåne

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Sometimes you find the nicest destinations by pure chance. We were out and about with our camper in Skåne and needed somewhere to stay overnight. When we discovered that you can park your camper for free for one night in the parking lot at Hovdala Castle, it sounded like a perfect solution. And while we were there, we could take the opportunity to discover the castle the next day.

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Mårbacka in Sunne – a visit to Selma Lagerlöf's world

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Stepping into Mårbacka is like taking a journey back in time – while also taking part in an incredibly fascinating story. This is where Selma Lagerlöf lived, worked and wrote for much of her life. Today, visitors can take a guided tour through her home, learn about the author’s extraordinary life and discover the place where some of Sweden’s most beloved books were created.

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Borgvik and Glaskogen – culture and nature in western Värmland

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

In western Värmland, an excursion awaits that offers two completely different experiences – but which fit surprisingly well together. We started the day among cozy little stone houses and mill history in idyllic Borgvik. Then we continued to Glaskogens nature reserve – an area that offers large forests, sparkling lakes and peaceful tranquility.

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Things to do in Kristinehamn – 10 attractions and excursions

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Looking for things to do in Kristinehamn? The small town on the shores of Lake Vänern offers art, history, a beautiful archipelago environment and great nature experiences. Here you will find everything from the Picasso statue by the water to rune stones, nature reserves and charming walking trails. Here are our best tips for sights and excursions.

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Things to do in Arboga – 10 attractions and excursions

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Updated: October 2026 | Looking for things to do in Arboga? This charming small town in Västmanland is one of Sweden's oldest cities and offers cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, historical environments and scenic excursions along the Hjälmare Canal. Here are our best tips for attractions, experiences and excursions.

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Oxelösund with a motorhome – parking spaces, attractions and our best tips

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Text and photo: Helena Bergström

Oxelösund is a great destination for those of us with a motorhome. There are several really good camping spots here, and the area also offers beautiful nature and an interesting attraction, in the form of Femörefortet.

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Packrafting on the Alster River - an adventure at Vidinge Gård, Småland

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Packrafting on the Alsterån river is a scenic adventure that we have long wanted to experience. It started when we visited Vidinge Farm with the motorhome a few years ago. That time it was a bike ride and dinner at the farm pub, but the curiosity about packrafting started ... and now it has finally happened!

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Experience packages for motorhome owners - don't miss these!

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Writer: Helena Bergström

Now there are experience packages for you with a motorhome! When we started planning our travel agency, FREEDOM Xplore, it was clear to us that we wanted to include a bunch of experience packages for everyone travelling by motorhome.

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The adventure mine in Tuna Hästberg - 80 metres underground in Dalarna

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Writer: Helena Bergström

The adventure mine in Tuna Hästberg is found just outside Borlänge in Dalarna. Here you can go 80 metres underground on a real adventure. How about via ferrata, suspension bridges, crystal clear water and an underground zipline? Down in the mine there is even a large stage, where you can experience opera or a rock concert.

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Visiting High Coast Whisky - guided tour, tasting, food, venue

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Writer: Helena Bergström

What is it like to visit High Coast Whisky on the High Coast? This Swedish whisky distillery is interesting in many ways, and it's also a nice place to visit. You can take a guided tour, taste the whisky, eat in the restaurant and perhaps stay overnight, either on the site or in a glamping tent.

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