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City Breaks in Southern Region

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Southern Region

Southern Sweden is easily travelled and since the opening of Oresund, a bridge between Denmark & Sweden, the gap between the two neighbouring countries has become negligible.

Southern Sweden is often referred to as the cradle of Swedish design, especially in the district of Småland. The famous Kingdom of Crystal in Småland has become one of Sweden's most popular tourist destinations.

All over southern Sweden there are about 200 historically and culturally fascinating castles, chateaus and manor houses from various historic eras that are well worth visiting. Many of these castles have been lovingly transformed into hotels, conference facilities and retreats, offering stylish and historic accommodation.

Welcome to southern Sweden!  


City Breaks in Southern Region


Kalmar

The ancient capital of the Baltic sea where the Kalmar alliance was forged.

A small port town facing the Baltic sea where, in 1397, the Kalmar alliance was signed. The Kalmar Castle (Kalmar Slott) still stands. There is a bridge to the adjacent Öland Island, making Kalmar a hub for travelling.

Website: www.kalmar.se


Lund southern region

A university town located 15 minutes from Malmö by train. The town is said to have been established in 990. In 1666, with the founding of Lund University, this town became a centre of education in Europe in the Middle Ages.

Website: www.lund.se


Malmo

Sweden's third major city has prospered thanks to its role as major area of trade. It is southern Sweden's largest town with 270, 000 people and is located adjacent the Øresund Strait. From a historical point of view, it has proved to be an important area in both trade and defence. Stone structures from the Middle Ages, such as Malmö castle (Malmö hus), are still standing, and the city is full of history and sightseeing spots.

With the opening of the Øresund Bridge connecting the area with neighbouring Demark, it is expected to become an even more important point for transportation.

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