Falkoping

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Falkoping is situated in the Swedish region of Vastergotland, and is famous for its genuine small town nature and its incomparable cultural heritage.

Explore the charming little town of Falkoping with its shops and eateries before heading out in the beautiful natural environs. During a holiday in Falkoping you will be surrounded by medieval churches, popular recreational areas and interesting museums. If you travel to Falkoping in spring, you may even get to witness the unique mating dance of thousands of cranes.

The area around Falkoping has been inhabited for over 5000 years, and there are several landmarks that tell of its rich history. Be sure to visit Gudhem Medieval Convent, the recreated stone age village of Ekehagens forntidsby and Asele Ta, where you can find the largest collection of traditional Swedish "backstugor" (hill cottages) in the country. You can also dwell deeper into the history of Falkoping at Falbygdens Museum, where you amongst other things can study an interesting exhibition on prehistoric times.

Get your culture fix at the Stadsteatern, go for a walk in the park on Ranten or visit the only cinema in town Cosmorama. Falkoping also has a variety of different smaller museums. See 120 motorcycles from different eras at Lennart Magnusson Motorcykelmusum or visit Fonus begravningsmuseum, which is the only funeral museum in Sweden. Don't miss your chance to see one of the country's most well known bird habitats at Hornborgar Lake during your weekend trip to Falkoping.

If you're looking for an active holiday, you are in the right place! The two bicycle paths Sverigeleden and Vastgotaleden both pass through Falkoping, and you can also ride your bike along the former tracks of Falkoping-Uddagardens Railway. If you rather walk you could take the 40kilometre hiking trail Pilgrimsleden which goes from Falkoping to Varnhem by way of Gudhem. Whatever you do, make sure you get out and explore the natural beauty around Falkoping.

Falkoping is easy to get to by car, bus or train. Highways E20 and E4 go past the town, and it is also a rail hub with good connections to other Swedish cities. By train the trip to Falkoping takes 45 minutes from Jonkoping, one hour from Gothenburg and 2.5 hours from Stockholm. Get around town by car or use local public transport, which is made up of four lines of buses that all start in the centre of town.

Falkoping's rich history, unique natural environment and many activities are not to be missed when you plan your Nordic holiday. Falkoping is in short a true jewel in the southwest of Sweden.

Mössebergs Kurort

Mössebergs Kurort

4 out of 5
Mossebergsparken 34, Falkoping
The price is RM502 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM502
RM562 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Falkoping. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Falbygdens Museum and Falkoping ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (633 reviews)
Perfect Place
It’s a great property with a friendly staff.

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Mössebergs Kurort
Hotel Falkoping, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

Hotel Falkoping, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western

3 out of 5
Medborgarplatsen 1, Falkoping
The price is RM498 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
RM498
RM557 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Falkoping. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Falbygdens Museum and Falbygdens ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (306 reviews)
God service, nice staff
God service, nice staff

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2019

Hotel Falkoping, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
Rasta Falköping

Rasta Falköping

3 out of 5
Rastvägen 1, Falkoping
The price is RM481 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
RM481
RM539 total
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Falkoping. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Falbygdens Museum and Falbygdens Ostbutik ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (484 reviews)
Will return
Great for the price. We stay here often and we definitely recommend. Quiet, clean and always great service. Recommend the caesar salad at Rasta too.

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2020

Rasta Falköping
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4 Person Holiday Home in Falkoping-by Traum

4 Person Holiday Home in Falkoping-by Traum

2 out of 5
Falkoping
Stay at this vacation home in Falkoping. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Falkoping Alpin and Falbygdens Ostbutik are located nearby.
4 Person Holiday Home in Falkoping-by Traum
First Camp Hökensås Tidaholm

First Camp Hökensås Tidaholm

2 out of 5
HÅKÄNGEN 1, Tidaholm
Book a stay at this family-friendly campground in Tidaholm. Enjoy free parking, a sauna, and a garden.
9/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Naturen fantastisk med alla små sjöar. Stugan ok . Lite slitet intryck. Men där fanns vad vi behövde för några övernattningar.

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

First Camp Hökensås Tidaholm
Skotteks Gården

Skotteks Gården

3 out of 5
Skottek 115, Ulricehamn, Västra Götalands Län
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly vacation home in Ulricehamn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a sauna. Popular attractions Lassalyckan and Ulricehamn Station ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (109 reviews)
Love. We will be back

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Skotteks Gården
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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