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06 June 2021 / 12 Comments

What to do in Trelleborg - our 9 best tips

What to do in Trelleborg? Sweden's southernmost city is known as the 'Palm City', with its avenue lined with tall palm trees in true Miami style. Trelleborg also offers interesting Viking history and beautiful nature. Here are our top tips for things to see and do.

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Trelleborg

Trelleborg is a nice little southern Swedish town, perhaps sometimes overshadowed by other towns on the southern coast of Skåne, such as Ystad and Skanör-Falsterbo. We have many times driven to Trelleborg and then continued by ferry to Germany. This time we decided to explore the town a little more thoroughly, which turned out to be both interesting and enjoyable.

Trelleborg is located in south-west Skåne, just over 20 miles south-east of Malmö.

What can you do in Trelleborg?

So what can you do in Trelleborg? At this time of year, you can mainly enjoy the beautiful surroundings, but there are also plenty of activities and excursions to do. Here are our top tips.

1. Make a photo stop at the city's palm trees

Trelleborg is often called the 'City of Palms' and the palm tree avenue along Strandgatan is a popular photo stop in the summer. It was in 1984 that the first palm trees, from Alicante in Spain, were planted in the town. To cope with the winters, a palm house has been set up where the temperature is around 10 degrees, and in the spring the palms are brought out. In addition to the large palms along the avenue, there are a whole bunch of smaller palms in various locations around the city.

Göra i Trelleborg - palmstaden

2. Exploring Trelleborgen

One of the most interesting things to do in Trelleborg is to explore "Trelleborgen". The castle you can see today is a reconstruction of a third of the Viking castle that existed on the site in the 10th century. The remains of the castle were only found in the 1980s, and the discovery was sensational. Among other things, it provided the answer to the riddle of the town's name. A 'trelleborg' in Danish is a ring castle, where the word 'trelle' refers to the slanting bars of split logs that support the palisade.

This was the first "trelleborg" to be found in Skåne and is today one of several known trelleborgs, most of which are in Denmark and another in Skåne. The castle at Trelleborg was about 140 metres in diameter, connected to the sea by a navigable river and crossed by four roads. The castle was part of the kingdom ruled by the powerful Viking king Harald Bluetooth.

In addition to the castle itself, there is a Viking museum, a recreated medieval house and a Viking farm with a period decorated longhouse. During the summer, many different activities are usually organised. When we were here, museums and the like were closed, but it was still possible to visit the castle. We could also look at all the frogs in the pond outside.

Göra i Trelleborg grodor

3. Stroll in the city park

Trelleborg city park is very nice. In the park there are two ponds, the so-called Svandammarna, and here it is really full of birds. We stood here for a long time and enjoyed the fantastic environment. The park also has chickens, peacocks, a playground, the sculpture Irrblosset by Axel Ebbe and the artwork "Creatures" by Ralf Borselius.

Göra i Trelleborg - stadsparken
Göra i Trelleborg - stadsparken
Göra i Trelleborg - stadsparken

4. Visit museums in Trelleborg

There is a whole range of museums to discover in Trelleborg. When we were here, some were closed due to the pandemic, and some others had very limited opening hours. Some museums we think might be interesting are Stenbäck Aviation Museum, Trelleborg Museum, Trelleborg Maritime Museum and Axel Ebbe Art Gallery. Another museum that seems charming is the Borgquistska Hat Museum, which showcases a hat and cap shop that closed in 1978 and has been operating since 1866.

Göra i Trelleborg - museer
The entrance to the Trelleborg Maritime Museum.

5. Admire the Church of St Nicholas

In the centre of Trelleborg is St. Nicoali Church, originally dedicated to St. Nicolaus, the saint of seafarers. It is not known exactly how old the church is, but the older parts probably date back to the 13th century. The church's current appearance was created in the 1880s. If you like churches, there are another 31 (!) to discover in the municipality.

6. Check out (or have a coffee at) the water tower.

The Trelleborg water tower was built in 1912 and designed by Ivar Tengbom. With its 58 metres, it is Trelleborg's tallest building and something of a landmark. Today, Vattentornet Café and Bistro is located on the ground floor, where you can stop for a meal or coffee.

Göra i Trelleborg - vattentornet

7. Hang out at Gislöv's location

On the coast, just east of the centre of Trelleborg, you will find the location of Gislöv. This is a charming little harbour with small boats, a vintage jetty and a café. It's really nice to hang out here on a sunny summer day.

Göra i Trelleborg - Gislövs läge
Göra i Trelleborg - Gislövs läge

8. Take a trip to Smygehuk - Sweden's southernmost headland

Just over 14 kilometres southeast of central Trelleborg you'll find Smygehuk, the southernmost point in Sweden. Here you can take a photo at the viewpoint - 55 degrees 20 minutes 13 seconds. There is also a harbour, eateries, ice cream, craft shops and several works of art. Among other things, you can see Axel Ebbe's artwork "Famntaget", for which Uma Thurman's grandmother is said to have modelled.

Smygehuk

9. Travel by ferry to Germany

The vast majority of our visits to Trelleborg have been to continue by ferry to Germany. Between Trelleborg and Rostock you can travel with StenaLine or TT-Line. TT-Line also runs from Trelleborg to Travemünde, as well as to Swinoujscie in Poland and Klaipeda in Lithuania. From spring 2023, you can also take the fast ferry FRS from Trelleborg to Sassnitz.

Stena Line färja
A previous trip when we travelled Trelleborg - Sassnitz with StenaLine

More to see and do in Trelleborg for nature lovers

There is of course even more to see and do in Trelleborg than our suggestions. Here are some more tips for nature lovers.

  • Albäck forest is a nature area with wetlands, rich bird life, an adventure playground, jogging tracks and a bird tower.
  • Cycling, for example along the South Coast Trail or the Sweden Trail.
  • Golfa, at Tegelberga Golf Club, Trelleborg Golf Club or Bedinge Golf Club.
  • Skåneleden offers 130 kilometres of hiking trails, divided into five sub-trails and 100 stages.
  • Seal tracking is possible in the Fredshög-Stavstensudde nature reserve.
Göra i Trelleborg - naturupplevelser

More things to see and do in Trelleborg for culture and history lovers

Here are some more tips on things to do in Trelleborg for those who like culture and history.

  • Jordberga Castle can be booked for weddings or conferences. Groups and private parties can also book tours.
  • The monastery garden is located on Klostergränden, next to a former Franciscan convent, and includes a spice garden.
  • Churches there are plenty of them. You will find no less than 32 (!) churches in the municipality, so if you like churches, you can have your fill.
Jordberg Castle is beautifully situated by a lake

More things to see and do in Trelleborg with kids

Here are some more tips on things to do in Trelleborg for families with children or teenagers.

  • Sunbathing and swimming you can do along the coast. Some of the beaches are Dalabadet, Nybostrand, Pärlan and Skåre Skansar.
  • Generation Park/skate park offers a skateboard ramp, playground and exercise equipment.
  • The raspberry farm is a farm shop and raspberry café with home-grown raspberry products and self-picking for visitors.
  • Trelleborg disc golf park offers disc golf on a beginner-friendly course.
Trelleborg

Where can you stay or park your motorhome?

In Trelleborg there are several hotels, bed & breakfasts and apartments to choose from. For example, you can stay at the cosy Hotel Dannegården.

We have visited the city by campervan several times, and have often relied on a simple but practical caravan. parking space at the harbour. As we understand it, this no longer exists, but the following places are available:

  • Trelleborg Strand Camping has cabins and pitches for motorhomes and caravans, at Dalköpinge strandväg 2.
  • Motorhome parking Centre offers parking spaces for motorhomes and caravans on Fyrmästaregatan.
  • Nybostrand offers camping and motorhome pitches at Hummervägen 2, at the Gislöv location.
  • Trelleborg Golf Club has parking spaces at Kämpingevägen 19.
  • Sörby has pitches for motorhomes and caravans near Anderslöv, at Sörbyvägen 99.

More to see and do around Trelleborg

From Trelleborg it is not too far to the beautiful sandy beaches in Falsterbo and Skanör. It is also not too far to Ystad and the interesting attraction Ales stones. If you head north instead, you can visit some nice and interesting places. Lund.

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More tips for things to do in Trelleborg?

Have you been to Trelleborg? How was your experience? Please share if you have more tips on what to do in Trelleborg and the surrounding area.

Facts about Trelleborg

  • Municipality: Municipality of Trelleborg
  • County: Skåne County
  • Landscape: Skåne
  • Residents: More than 45 000 (2021)
  • Read more: You can find more information at Visit the website.

History in Trelleborg

  • 13th century: Trelleborg's church, St Nicholas Church, began to be built, and a Franciscan monastery was also founded, probably in 1247.
  • 1257: Trelleborg was mentioned for the first time in writing.
  • 1260: The Danish Princess Sophia brought the city as her dowry when she married the Swedish King Valdemar Birgersson.
  • Late Viking Age: A ring castle, a so-called trelleborg, was built.

17th to 19th century

  • 1619: Trelleborg lost its city privileges, but still continued the 'illegal' fish trade.
  • 1749: Carl Linnaeus visited the city during his journey in Skåne.
  • 1881-1883: St Nicolai's Church was extensively rebuilt under the direction of architect Helgo Zettervall.
  • 1875: The first railway to Lund opened.
  • 1897: Regular services opened between Trelleborg and Sassnitz, with mail and passenger traffic.
  • 1899: The current continental railway was inaugurated.

20th century to present

  • 1900: Around the turn of the century 1900, the city's shipping and industrial sector developed, including Johan Kock.
  • 1905: Trelleborgs Gummifabriks AB, now Trelleborg AB, was founded.
  • 1909: The first train ferry service to Germany started.
  • 1980s: The remains of the ring castle (trelleborgen) were found.
  • 2015: Since this year, the city is served by the regional train Pågatågen.

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  1. Travelsis says:

    So many tips you have received about Trelleborg, the city where I have worked since 2008. Had no idea that there were so many museums🙈, but fun! At Skåre I have been lucky enough to see seals a few times😍.
    Beddingestrand is also cosy to hang out in, nice beach and cosy restaurants. Also to walk along the eastern beach in Trelleborg, the first stretch closest to Trelleborg there are many small old houses located on the beach, so heavenly cute! /Pernilla

    06 June 2021 - 14:07

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  2. BP says:

    Trelleborg is not as cosy as Ystad, but almost so... The only time I've been there is to take the ferry to the continent. A bit of a shame. So I'm glad I get to see a little more here in your blog:-)

    06 June 2021 - 19:59

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      Helena says:

      It was the same for us before. We have been in Trelleborg many times to take the ferry, but only now we looked around. Nice! Ystad we will write about a little later 🙂

      07 June 2021 - 6:42

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  3. Bear says:

    How nice you write about Trelleborg. Stood with the motorhome next to you in Kåseberga and became interested in your blog. I read it every day and was happy that you visited Trelleborg where I was born and live with my wife.

    06 June 2021 - 23:00

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