Spend time in a peaceful country setting in this town and get refreshed on a relaxing holiday. Being close to the sea is certainly a bonus.
Köpingsvik in southern Sweden has the natural charm often associated with this area. The location is popular among Swedes for all the natural attractions in the surrounding countryside. The large choice of accommodation makes staying here even more enjoyable. Select from well-equipped cosy cottages or campsites that provide conveniences while being close to nature.
The town is easy to reach in its location on the western side of Öland Island close to the mainland. In season, families stay at the town’s Klinta Camping for numerous water activities, as well as children’s programmes. End the day watching the sun go down from a sandy beach. Don’t worry if this campground is full, as the area has many other places to stay.
The town makes an ideal base to explore the rest of Öland Island. The island’s biggest town, Borgholm, is only 3 miles (5 kilometres) away. Here Sweden’s royal family has a summer home, Solliden Slott. Tour when the royals are not in residence and the site is open. Enjoy the fine estate and its superb flower gardens. Stroll along maintained paths through Halltorps Hage, a woodland near Borgholm that skirts the water.
Acquaint yourself with the region’s history by visiting Vida Museum, which includes art displays. Ölands Museum Himmelsberga provides an interesting exploration of 19th-century houses and buildings. Borgholms Stadsmuseum mansion exemplifies the surroundings encountered by a Swedish noble family. For something much older, Borgholms Slott is a large castle with its walls still standing. In a forest near the town are the crumbling foundation walls of an immense fortress, Ismantorps Borg.
Churches abound throughout the country. The island’s Borgholms Kyrka is one of the more unusual ones located in the town’s centre. Take a daytrip to explore the island knowing that on your return you’ll be treated with refreshing sleep and relaxation in this charming haven of Köpingsvik.
