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The unspoiled countryside of Skane
Overview
Introduction
Explore Sweden’s third city, Malmö and the beautiful region of Skåne, the breadbasket of the country. This 7-night itinerary provides the opportunity to sample delicious, seasonal cuisine; visit the manor house and extensive gardens of Sofiero, near Helsingborg; take a walk, cycle or even a porpoise safari in the nature reserve of Kullaberg; explore the picturesque fishing villages that line the east coast of the region; visit the medieval town of Ystad or just relax on a beautiful beach.
Board Basis: Bed & BreakfastAgenda
Day 1 - Day of arrival
On arrival at Copenhagen Kastrup airport, take the train to Malmö.
On arrival in Malmö, self-transfer to the MJ Hotel.
Overnight at the MJ Hotel, Malmo.
MJ Hotel, Malmo
Day 2 - Day of exploring
Free time in Malmö to explore the city. Hire a bicycle and join the locals as they traverse the centre and its parkland. Malmö has a wide selection of restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes and budgets. Many of the restaurants are included in the White Guide and one restaurant has been incorporated in the ‘Culinary Skåne’ programme.
Overnight at the MJ Hotel, Malmo.
Malmo, Sweden
Day 3 - Day of travel
After breakfast, collect your car from a downtown office and drive north to the village of Arild. En route we would highly recommend a visit to the beautiful manor house and park of Sofiero.
Overnight at the Rusthallargarden Hotel, Southern Sweden.
Rusthallargarden Hotel, Southern Sweden
Day 4 - Day of exploring
Free time in the relaxing and natural surroundings of Arild. Walk through the Kullaberg nature reserve to the harbour village and historical seaside resort of Mölle, hire a kayak, visit the brightest lighthouse in Northern Europe, participate in a porpoise watching excursion or just unwind in the wellness centre at the hotel.
Overnight at the Rusthallargarden Hotel, Southern Sweden.
Molle, Kullaberg, Sweden
Day 5 - Day at leisure
Free time in Arild and the surrounding coastline. Opportunity to visit the towns of Helsingborg and Ängelholm or explore the villages that line the Öresund strait.
Overnight at the Rusthallargarden Hotel, Southern Sweden.
Arild coastline, Southern Sweden
Day 6 - Day of travel
After breakfast, drive to the south-east district of Skåne, Österlen. Check-in at Karlaby Kro. In the afternoon, visit the Stenshuvud National Park and take a walk in the countryside along one of the many marked trails.
Overnight at the Karlaby Kro, Southern Sweden.
Karlaby Kro, Southern Sweden
Day 7 - Day at leisure
Free time in Österlen. Opportunity to visit the fishing village of Kivik and the Kivik Musteri (apple orchard); the nature reserve of Verkeån, the Ecopark of Christinehof or to stroll along the Skåneleden path.
Overnight at the Karlaby Kro, Southern Sweden.
Apple orchard
Day 8 - Day of departure
After breakfast, drive to Malmö. Return your car to the downtown office and then take the train to Copenhagen Kastrup airport.
Accommodation
MJ Hotel - Night 1 to 2
With its preserved medieval character and vibrant atmosphere, Malmö, Sweden’s third largest city, is a delight to explore on foot or by bicycle and is an ideal destination for a city break.
With its preserved medieval character and vibrant atmosphere, Malmö, Sweden’s third largest city, is a delight to explore on foot or by bicycle and is an ideal destination for a city break.
The MJ Hotel is located in the heart of Malmo; just a stone’s throw from Lilla Torg, one of the city’s most captivating squares and filled with restaurants, cafes and enthralling 16th century buildings. Built in 1990 and recently remodelled, the hotel offers spacious accommodation of the highest standard and a relaxed sophisticated environment. Its concept is to offer guests 'an urban oasis made by friends' and its interior design is plush and artistic.
This is more than a hotel, the MJ is also a popular spot for residents and its after work drinks and cocktail bar (serving light meals) are quickly becoming a local institution.
Accommodation
- 69 rooms including 30 standard, 8 grand lit, 12 superior and 16 business rooms and 3 junior suites
- Superior rooms have a double sofa bed (suitable for 1 adult or 2 children)
- Junior suites have a designated seating area. One junior suite has a four poster bed
- Business rooms have a separate living room with double sofa bed (suitable for 1 adult or 2 children). One business room has two bedrooms.
- Interconnecting rooms available (standard room to a Junior suite)
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast
- 3 Lifts
- Cocktail bar and dining area
- 300m from Malmö train station. A direct train links Malmö to Copenhagen airport in c.21 minutes
Rusthallargarden Hotel - Night 3 to 5
The Rusthållargården Hotel is situated in the alluring village of Arild on the north-west coast of Skåne, a region popular with artists and nature lovers.
The Rusthallargarden Hotel is situated in the alluring village of Arild on the north-west coast of Skåne, a region popular with artists and nature lovers.
Dating from 1678, the property was once the largest farm in the area and provided horses and soldiers to the King during times of conflict. The story of the hotel is told through black and white pictures in the public areas and lounges.
Guest accommodation, decorated in a simple, rural style, is divided between the 17th century farm and three detached annexe buildings. The restaurant, in a panoramic extension adjoining the original building, is considered one of the ten best eateries in Sweden and prides itself on high quality, traditional and gourmet
food. Local, seasonal and ecological produce, especially the freshly caught seafood and vegetables, is the order of the day.
Accommodation
Main Building:
- 25 standard rooms all with twin beds, bathroom (shower. One room has a bath), hairdryer, cable TV, telephone and complimentary WIFI internet connection
- 15 rooms have a sea view over the village of Arild
Annexe:
- 22 standard rooms divided between three annexe buildings and located on either the ground floor or first floor
- All rooms have twin beds, bathroom (shower), hairdryer, cable TV, telephone and complimentary WIFI internet connection
- 8 rooms on the first floor have a sea view and balcony
- 6 rooms on the ground floor have a sea view
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet Breakfast
- Panoramic restaurant - A member of the 'Culinary Skåne' programme
- Lounge
- Rooftop terrace with uninterrupted sea views
- Lift (main building only)
- Wellness area with indoor plunge pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, Finnish sauna, steam room and treatment rooms
- The property shares the ground with 5 self catering cottages (15 rooms in total)
- Bicycle hire available (free of charge)
- Mountain bike hire (payable locally c.200SEK per day)
- Four kayaks for hire during the summer (payable locally c.200SEK per day)
- Swimming platform in the harbour of Arild
- St Arild and Mölle GK, two of Sweden’s best golf courses located nearby
- 8km walk to Mölle through the Kullaberg nature reserve
- Excursions available from Kullaberg nature reserve: Porpoise safari, cave walk, abseiling, snorkelling, rib boat excursions and scrambling.
- Please note that this hotel is popular with wedding parties
The Rusthallargarden Hotel is included within our 7-night 'The Unspoiled Countryside of Skåne' itinerary.
Karlaby Kro - Night 6 to 7
Owner-managed by Bo and Gunilla Madsen, Karlaby Kro is a delightful find. Originally built as a farm in the late 19th century, the property has been delicately converted and renovated to offer accommodation of a high standard.
Owner-managed by Bo and Gunilla Madsen, Karlaby Kro is a delightful find. Originally built as a farm in the late 19th century, the property has been delicately converted and renovated to offer accommodation of a high standard. The spacious guest rooms, housed within the former stables, are beautifully decorated in a homely style that reflects the heritage of the building; ceramic floor tiles and natural colours are used throughout.
The original manor is home to a restaurant which specialises in serving local cuisine with a Mediterranean influence. The menu is designed to highlight the best of what the region has to offer - asparagus from Skillinge, apples from Kivik and berries from Ingelstorp are readily used - and during the summer months can be enjoyed by guests on the terrace.
Accommodation
- 22 individually decorated rooms with bathroom (bath and/or shower. 8 rooms have a shower only), hairdryer, cable TV, telephone and complimentary WIFI internet connection
- Most rooms have a designated sitting area with double sofa bed (suitable for 1 adult or 2 children)
- Some rooms interconnect
Amenities/Leisure
- Buffet breakfast
- Restaurant - A member of the ‘Culinary Skåne’ programme. Three course Half Board menu offered.
- Living room with cable TV and honesty bar
- A cobbled courtyard connects the guest accommodation, restaurant and lounge
- Spa with treatment rooms, an indoor swimming pool (15 x 6m) and sauna (free of charge)
- 3km to a nature park with many walking trails
- 7km to the local train station
- 7km from Simrishamn
- 7km to the closest beach
- 27km from Sandhammaren, one of the nicest beaches in the region
- Free parking
Karlaby Kro is included in our 7-night 'The unspoiled countryside of Skåne' itinerary