In Good Company

A Relaxing Short Getaway with Friends

Whether the sun is high in the sky or the wind is rustling through the trees, there’s always a reason to gather your friends and head off to southern Sweden. In Trelleborg, local ingredients are transformed into little gastronomic masterpieces, while the natural beauty of southern Sweden invites you to enjoy fun activities, peace of mind, and plenty of quality time.

The best experiences are the ones you share. Head out into nature and bond with your sisters, or reignite some bromance with long conversations over a beer tasting. Swing a golf club or lace up your hiking boots and really wind down with some relaxation and good food.

Central Location at the Palm Tree Hotel

Did you know that over a hundred palm trees thrive in Trelleborg? These exotic trees have adorned various streets every summer since 1984 and have become a symbol of the city. This explains the name of the hotel, which opened just a few years ago: Palm Tree Hotel. There, you can look forward to modern luxury, a restful night’s sleep, and a sumptuous breakfast buffet. In the summer, there are also barbecue evenings and cocktails on the terrace.

Thanks to its central location near the Algatan shopping street, most of the city’s shops, restaurants, and attractions are within walking distance of the hotel. And in the hotel’s own infrared sauna, you can end the day feeling deeply relaxed.

The hotel, which, by the way, is part of the Best Western Signature Collection, features 42 stylishly furnished rooms, each accommodating one, two, or four guests.

Time to swing the racket again?

 There are three golf clubs (GK) near Trelleborg: Tegelberga Golf Club, Bedinge Golf Club, and Trelleborg Golf Club. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced golfer, these courses offer challenges as well as opportunities for a good laugh between holes.

The Bedinge Golf Course offers beginners excellent conditions for practicing. If you’ve played several times before, the more challenging Tegelberga Golf Course is the place for you: It’s set in hilly terrain and features several obstacles that will challenge experienced golfers.

And on the course at the Trelleborg Golf Club, located on the Baltic Sea, players are challenged by small bodies of water, tricky sand traps, and, not least, the sea breeze. After your round, you can enjoy a meal at the restaurant, which serves hamburgers, fish and chips, and other delicious dishes. The Trelleborg Golf Club boasts one of Sweden’s most beautiful coastal courses and is the country’s southernmost golf course.

Home-style cooking and beer from local breweries

Few things bring people together as strongly as sharing a meal. About twelve kilometers east of Trelleborg lies the restaurant Hedmans Krog. There, you step into a time capsule known for its rustic pub atmosphere and high-quality food. Here, you’ll find Swedish home-style cooking with a personal touch. The drink menu features carefully selected wines and locally brewed beer.

In fact, there are several wineries and microbreweries on the Scanian Plain. Anyone interested in Scandinavian wine can visit Hällåkra Vingård, a winery located about 25 kilometers northeast of Trelleborg in the countryside. There, you can taste natural red and white wines as well as orange wines.

Beer lovers should plan a trip to the Hönsinge Hantwerksbryggeri brewery, where guided tours and tastings are offered. If you enjoy this southern Swedish beer, you can continue the tasting on your own in the evening: just follow the locals from Trelleborg as they make their way to the authentic pub Tre Lyktor. In addition to nine varieties of beer on tap, the pub offers hearty food, live music, a laid-back atmosphere, and—on some evenings—a music quiz.

Farm-to-Table: Food from the Farm

The fertile countryside around Trelleborg is known as Sweden’s pantry. And where the ingredients can be found, several top-notch chefs have also made their homes.

At Stensmark’s Lönnugn in Skegrie, a village neighboring Trelleborg, they operate according to the “farm-to-table” philosophy: the ingredients travel a short distance from the field or barn to the table. Currently, the menu consists of stone-oven pizza, which must be pre-ordered and picked up. But there’s more to come: entrepreneur Claes Stenmark is currently having the world’s most resource-efficient restaurant built. Heat and water are recovered from the restaurant to power the integrated greenhouse. As soon as the kitchen is up and running, the plan is to cook with local ingredients in new, experimental ways.

At Grönby Gårdscharkuteri, top-quality meat from farms on the south coast is smoked and air-dried. There, you can sample fermented crops, order a sausage platter, or enjoy a locally made pizza straight from the wood-fired oven.

The restaurant at Slättarps Gård is called Lenzi Pure Food and also celebrates the region’s edible treasures. The kitchen offers a gentle take on dishes from around the world. On warm summer evenings, you can find one of the public barbecue areas and grill your own vegetables and sausages over an open fire. The best place to get the ingredients is from the many small farm stands in the region around Trelleborg.

One place worth visiting is the“Himbeerhof” (Hallongården), which features a raspberry patch—hence the name—where you can pick your own berries. In Böste, you’ll find the“Lantboden” (country store), and Tullstorps Rökeri offers top-quality smoked fish.

Unwinding in Nature

On Sweden’s southern coast, the landscape is dominated by the Scanian Plain (skånska slätten), which offers a variety of ways to explore it. How about a peaceful day at the beach? A scenic bike ride? Or would you be interested in an outdoor adventure with an overnight stay under the stars? 

If you need a refreshing break in the afternoon, you can grab a coffee to go and take a stroll through the city park (Stadsparken).

For a longer tour, the Albäcksskogen forest area on the outskirts of town is a great option. To explore even more of the south coast in an active way, you can go on a bike ride. Bicycles can be rented on site. Then follow the South Coast Trail (Sydkustleden), one of Sweden’s national cycling routes, and glide through the countryside to discover charming corners of the Scanian Plain.

Hikers can explore the Skåneleden trail network, which stretches across the entire province. It consists of six hiking trails with a total of 134 stages and 1,400 kilometers of trails.

To explore not only the flora but also the fauna, you can head to the Gabeljung Forest: With a little luck, you’ll see birds of prey and wildlife in their natural habitat. The coast and the lakes north of Trelleborg are also excellent spots for birdwatching.

If you want to fully enjoy the right of public access, spend the night in nature and let the birdsong wake you up in the early morning hours. You can pitch a tent (almost anywhere) to do so. Or you can hike to the spectacular mountain hut called Cocoon, located near Smygehuk, which was built in 2022 as part of the Arknat architecture project.

Other Activities

Playing Padel Tennis

In Trelleborg, you can challenge your friends to a game of padel tennis. There are courts both indoors and outdoors. MJS Padel is located right on the water, so you can cool off afterward with a dip in the sea.

Following in the Footsteps of the Vikings

The massive ring fort in the heart of the city is a landmark of Trelleborg. There, you can tour the reconstruction of the Viking fortress and learn about its history in the museum’s exhibition “The Fortress by the Sea.”

Exhibition on the Beatles

In the village of Gislöv, with a population of 100, Tommy Rosberg, a huge Beatles fan, has set up an exhibition dedicated to the iconic band: In a 50-square-meter space, he displays his collection of books, records, and memorabilia. There are no regular opening hours; visitors must make an appointment in person.

Playing Disc Golf

At Albäcksskogen Disc Golf, you'll find a fun way to spend an active day outdoors.

Active on the Beach

There are several swimming spots with sandy beaches around Trelleborg. The strong breeze also attracts surfers, and you can watch as the water sports enthusiasts catch the wind with their kites and whiz across the blue sea.