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Discover Halland from Mellbystrand


Discover Halland from Mellbystrand

🌊 Mellbystrand – Your Starting Point

Mellbystrand is home to Sweden’s longest sandy beach – perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and peaceful coastal walks. Its relaxed seaside vibe makes it an ideal base for exploring Halland.

  • Mellbystrand Beach
  • Strandhotellet (seaside dining)
  • Solbacken Café – known for delicious fika

Mellbystrand Beach

🏙️ Laholm – Art & Old Town Charm (8 km)

Laholm is the oldest town in Halland, featuring cobblestone streets, art galleries, and riverside walks. A perfect day trip just 10 minutes from Mellbystrand.

  • Teckningsmuseet (Drawing Museum)
  • Historic Old Town “Gamleby”
  • Café Viskan – local favorite for fika

Laholm Town

🏞️ Nature Escapes & Hiking Spots

From serene forests to shimmering lakes, nature lovers will find Halland irresistible.

🌆 Halmstad – The Regional Capital (30 km)

Halmstad is Halland’s largest city and combines lively culture with coastal charm. A must-visit for museums, beach life, and great food.

  • Halmstad Castle & Picasso Park
  • Tylösand Beach – nightlife and golden sands
  • Feldts Bröd – artisan bakery

Halmstad city center

🍇 Båstad & Bjäre Peninsula (25 km)

Located just over the county line in Skåne, Båstad is a luxury coastal escape with gardens, cafés, and summer tennis events.

  • Norrviken Gardens
  • Båstad Harbour & Solgården

Båstad harbor

🌳 Simlångsdalen & Hidden Trails (40–50 km)

Inland Halland offers tranquil forests, lakes, and short waterfall hikes perfect for nature escapes.

  • Danska Fall Nature Reserve
  • Skedal Café in the forest

Simlångsdalen forest

🧀 Food & Cafés to Try

Halland has a growing food scene rooted in farms and coastlines.

  • Heagårds Skafferi (Halmstad)
  • Skottorps Mejeri – cheese tasting & farm tours
  • Café Rotundan – in Norre Katts Park

Fika and café culture

🚗 Getting Around

Explore easily with local buses, trains, or car rental from Laholm or Halmstad. The Kattegattleden bike trail offers scenic rides along the coast.

Driving in Sweden countryside

🌟 Hidden Gems

  • Vallåsen – Skiing and biking in one location
  • Rössjöholms Castle (view from afar)
  • Tjärby Church & Meadow – Peaceful and historic