 View of the old town and the Ätran | ||
| Falkenberg | ||
| province | Halland | |
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| Residents | 28.357 (2020) | |
| height | 13 m | |
| Tourist info web | German website | |
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The southwest Swedish coastal city Falkenberg is in the province Halland.
background
getting there
By plane
Falkenberg does not have an airfield. There is one in just 40 km away Halmstad. Halmstad is served by several German airports several times a week. Otherwise there is also the more distant airport of Gothenburg that is flown to more often.
By train
From Germany, rail ferry lines operate from Rostock/Sassnitz to Trelleborg. From there you can reach other trains in the direction of Falkenberg. Another railway connection provides Denmark over the Oresund Bridge. Here you come in Malmo and also reaches other trains here in the direction of Falkenberg.
By bus
In the street
If you are coming by car, you can travel via Denmark and the Øresund Bridge. The one-way crossing over the bridge costs 31 €. Once you have arrived in Sweden, you simply follow the E6 north to Falkenberg.
By boat
Ferries run daily from Germany between Travemünde/ Rostock / Sassnitz and Trelleborg. From Trelleborg, Falkenberg is only about 2 hours away by car on the E6.
By bicycle
Via the Swedish North Sea Cycle Route in a north-south direction.
mobility
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Since Falkenberg is a rather smaller town, all sights can be easily reached on foot.
Tourist Attractions
- S: t Laurentii Church, in the city center. The oldest parts of the church date from the 13th century. The name is derived from Laurentius. This is the patron saint of the craftsmen.
- Tullbron Bridge. The so-called toll bridge. The bridge spans the Ätran River and is one of the best preserved in Sweden. On the southern part of the Tullbron there are remains of the Falkenberg Fortress, which was built at the end of the 12th century. However, only the excavated cellar of the fortification tower remains of the castle.
- Falkenberg Museum. Largest museum in the city. This is located in an old granary in the harbor.
- Törngrens pottery. In the field of art, a visit to this pottery is recommended. This is the oldest preserved pottery in Europe and is now in the 7th generation. The workshop was built in 1789.Open: Mon - Fri 9.30 a.m. - 4.30 p.m. (lunchtime between 12 p.m. and 1 p.m.).
activities
shop
The city center of Falkenberg offers many opportunities for a relaxed shopping trip. Nygatan offers a number of different shops and boutiques. For some time now, Stortorget has also had a gallery with chic shops, a café, a pharmacy and a jeweler.
The Gekås in shopping center is an absolute savings tip for shopping fans Ullared. It is one of the largest department stores in Sweden and is an absolute magnet for visitors.
- Gekas. Gekas shop in Ullared is very large and offers everything for shopping.
kitchen
nightlife
accommodation
Here Falkenberg offers a wide range, where there is something for every budget.
Cheap
Youth hostels and campsites are best for those on a tight budget.
- Skrea Camping Falkenberg. An overnight stay in a tent costs between SKr 160 (low season) and SKr 270 (high season). The prices for the cheapest place (single room) in the adjoining youth hostel are SKr 185 (low season) and SKr 225 (high season).
Upscale
- Elite hotel beach bathing. Those who want to spend a first-class night can stay at the Elite Hotel Strandbaden. The hotel is in a prime location right by the sea. The prices vary between SKr 995 and SKr 1750, depending on the room and season. The hotel offers a swimming pool, conference facilities, a lido and rooms for allergy sufferers. The restaurant offers à la carte and lunch buffets. In summer, the service is also served outdoors.
security
Living in Falkenberg is quite safe due to its rather small town size. Larger incidents are not known.
health
Practical advice
It works best when you have the Swedish Mastered the language. But almost all Swedes speak as well English and many even German.
trips
One of the most beautiful churches in Halland is in Svartrå. You can get to it by taking road 154 towards Ullared and turning off at the Svartrå sign. In July there are guided tours and coffee is also offered. Groups can also book by phone at 46 (0) 346 233-59.
A visit to the city about 25 km away is also worthwhile Varberg. The visitor magnet in Varberg is the fortress, which is located directly on the sea. The fortress houses, among other things, the large museum, a youth hostel and a restaurant.
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Web links
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