Ombo Öar – The Hidden Archipelago Just North of Solskenet
From the wooden porch of Solskenet, you’d never guess that just a 30-minute drive north, there’s a wild archipelago waiting to be discovered—Ombo Öar, one of southern Sweden’s best-kept secrets. These islands float quietly in Lake Viken, untouched and unspoiled, shaped by wind, water, and time. A Landscape Carved by Nature Ombo Öar isn’t just […]
The Göta Canal – A Peaceful Day Trip from Solskenet
Just 20 minutes from your cabin at Solskenet, the Göta Canal offers one of Sweden’s most beautiful and tranquil day trips. Whether you explore it by foot, bike, boat, or car, the canal is a chance to step into history — and slow down with the rhythm of the water. What is the Göta Canal? […]
Tiveden – Sweden’s Enchanted Forest Near Solskenet
Just 30 minutes from our little red cabin Solskenet, there’s a forest so wild and ancient that even Swedes speak of it with a kind of reverence. Welcome to Tiveden National Park – a place of moss-covered boulders, crystal-clear lakes, winding trails, and silent beauty. If you’re searching for something more than just a walk […]
The Magic of Lake Vättern
Just 3 Kilometers Away: Discover the Beauty of Lake Vättern Tucked away in the heart of southern Sweden, just a short 3 km walk or bike ride from Solskenet, lies Lake Vättern—Sweden’s second-largest lake and one of its clearest. Stretching over 135 kilometers long and up to 31 kilometers wide, this majestic body of water […]