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All About Trelleborg

Situated along the Baltic Sea, Trelleborg is an underrated gem with a few tricks up its sleeves. A settlement that dates back to the 1200s, the city was under Danish rule up until 1658. Once known for being the center for herring fishing, Trelleborg lost its status as a city in 1619 but then regained it in 1867.

A part of Skåne County, Trelleborg is more than just a port or a beach destination today. Its cultural attractions include museums and several links to Viking history. Shopaholics particularly love the town due to its unique blend of stores selling modern and classic designs. On a more eccentric level, Trelleborg is famous as the ‘City of Palms’. Every summer, the beachside avenue here has a line of over 100 potted palm trees. A sight you won’t see anywhere else in northern Europe. Having a population of 28,000, Trelleborg is the southernmost city of Sweden.
 

Routes and Ferries to Trelleborg

Ferry tickets to Trelleborg present tourists with a sensational way to start and end their Swedish vacation. Boats from Rostock in Germany take six hours to voyage across the Baltic Sea. Stena Line has up to 20 sailings a week on this route, with single adult tickets costing €24 to €27 one way. Ferries from Klaipėda, Travemünde, and Poland also arrive at Trelleborg regularly. You can easily book your ferry tickets using Ferryscanner.

Copenhagen Airport is an hour away from the city if you wish to travel by air, whereas Malmö Airport is only 30 minutes by car. From either of these airports, you can take buses, trains, rent a car, or hire a taxi to Trelleborg. A train ticket from either city costs around €15. A taxicab from Malmö Airport is roughly €50, and one from Copenhagen is twice that price.
 

Port of Trelleborg

As the southernmost harbor in Sweden, the Port of Trelleborg holds strategic importance for the country’s commercial and tourism industries. While the docks have been here since the 16th century, it first took shape as a port in 1865. Trelleborg is now the largest ro-ro port in Sweden, having eight separate ferry berths that handle close to 30 arrivals and departures every day. As a result, the port has an expansive infrastructure consisting of warehouses, extensive railway connections, and modern docking equipment for ships of all sizes.

Passengers with ferry tickets to Trelleborg will find the ferry terminal to be convenient in every aspect. A shuttle bus takes visitors from the ferry to the terminal from where the city center is only a 5-minute walk. However, since there is no proper passageway to the town, it is best to take a car or taxi. The ferry terminal, besides having basic facilities, also has long and short-term car parking.
 

Best Beaches

Trelleborg has a range of big and small sandy beaches that invite water lovers to the city’s coastline as soon as the warmth of the sun engulfs the region. Sandwiched between the cool waters of the Baltic and the lush beauty of the Swedish landscape, beaches in Trelleborg give locals and tourists an excuse to get out, get wet, have fun, and get tanned!

Böste Stranden

This quiet white-sand beach stretches along the Baltic Sea, 13 minutes from Trelleborg. Böste is a long, wild, and dog-friendly strip of sand with parking. You can also get here by bus. It might not be the best beach in Trelleborg for a swim if floating algae bothers you, but it is still an excellent spot for walks.

Kämpinge Strandbad

Kämpinge is a clean, family-friendly seaside 18.5 km west of Trelleborg. Busy whenever the weather is warm, the beach has soft sand and shallow waters. Low-slung dunes, rich vegetation, and trees give Kämpinge a natural feel while providing shade for beachgoers. Facilities here include toilets, parking, restaurants, and ice-cream stalls.

Skanör Beach

A dreamy white sandy beach, 25 kilometers from the city, Skanör is one of the best beaches in Trelleborg. Besides the wide-open spaces, its biggest attractions are the lined-up colorful wooden huts and the fact that Skanör is a paradise for birders. The harbor next to the beach keeps things lively in summers, while facilities such as toilets, changing rooms, water sports, and restaurants make it a favorite among families. From the beach, you can also take the Skanör Snorkeling Trail and discover the beautiful aquatic life of the Baltic. The perfect shoreline for sunsets, the beach has a secluded nude section at its northern end.

Skåre Skansar

Skåre Skansar is a short 8-minute drive from the port of Trelleborg. It’s a naturally rustic beach with limited conveniences. As a result, it remains uncrowded most of the year and is a serene seaside locale to swim, walk around, or sunbathe. This coast area is popular with campervan owners who can spend the night in a small car parking for €10.00. Near the beach are picnic benches and tables, barbeque areas, and excellent hiking trails.

Klagshamnsstraden

Klagshamnsstraden lies 30km away from Trelleborg, on the outskirts of Malmö. It takes around 20 minutes to get there by taxi. The beach is hygienic and offers free parking. A visit here is a must, if not for swimming, then for the magnificent views of the Øresund Bridge, which connects Sweden with Denmark. The beach does have seaweed issues occasionally, but there is also a cordoned-off small algae-free bathing area. Facilities at Klagshamnsstraden include WCs, showers, a jetty going into deeper waters, and a kiosk selling hot and cold snacks.
 

Places to Visit

With great importance given to family, you’ll find that Trelleborg’s many cultural and natural sightseeing spots have something exciting and educational for all ages.

Stadsparken

Trelleborg’s central park is ideal for relaxing, playing, learning, and having a good time with the family. The park has a stage for concerts, a playground for kids, a rose garden, numerous sculptures, a variety of flora, and is an urban green space several birds call home. An instrumental part of the city since 1896, the park covers an area of 3 hectares. Within its boundaries, you can sit on benches, have a picnic, and run around the gardens to clear your mind and take in oodles of rejuvenating fresh air.

Trelleborgen Viking Fortress

The remains of this circular Viking fortress were a chance discovery made in 1988. Reconstructed and opened to the public in 1995, Trelleborgen is an occasion for children and grown-ups to learn about the Viking Era through activities and displays. Situated near the port, passengers arriving with ferry tickets to Trelleborg can practically get off the boat and visit the fort before doing anything else. Hosting guided tours and special events, Trelleborgen welcomes visitors from April to October. Off-season entrance tickets cost €4.00, while summer tickets are €6.00.

Smygehuk

The fishing village of Smygehuk is Sweden’s southernmost point. At the harbor here you can witness the famous statue Famntaget designed by Axel Ebbe. Apparently, actress Uma Thurman’s grandmother modeled for this sculpture of a nude woman embracing the wind and the sea. While in Smygehuk, stop by the 17-meter-tall lighthouse. Built in 1883, the complex now has a hostel open to guests during the summer months. Moreover, the views from the top of the lighthouse are extraordinary.

Uniform Collection

Uniform Collection is a quirky little museum that leaves visitors in a state of fascination. It houses over 100 uniforms from around the world, with the oldest ones dating back to 1850. While most of the clothing is from Scandinavia, Germany, the US, and England, the diversity of the uniforms is truly spectacular. On display are garments worn by petrol station attendants, customs officials, taxi drivers, flight attendants, military personnel, and others. The entry ticket for the museum costs €9.80.      

Vattentornet Café & Bistro

You get to strike off two must-see places in Trelleborg in one go by visiting Vattentornet Café and Bistro. Situated at the base of Trelleborg’s century-old water tower, this charming café serves a collection of yummy delights like prawn sandwiches, meatball salad, and baked potatoes for a tummy-filling lunch. The 58-meter-tall tower, on the other hand, built in 1912, is no longer in use but is among the tallest buildings in the city. Do visit the newly built pavilion to the east of Vattentornet, famous for its grand, thought-provoking murals.
 

Transportation Around Trelleborg

Trelleborg’s public transportation system, Skånetrafiken, chiefly consists of buses. The green buses shuttle around the town while the yellow ones travel to other cities. It’s best to buy your tickets beforehand, especially since buses and trains do not accept cash payments. To avoid repeatedly buying tickets, tourists should get the JoJo Card. Available in multiple denominations, you can top it up any time at a later date. Furthermore, install the mobile application, Stadsbiljetten, to get information on routes and for your transport payments.

Besides buses, you can rent bicycles or hire a car, both of which make it easy for holidaymakers to explore the city at leisure. The town center, on the other hand, is walkable. Additionally, Trelleborg has many hiking paths that allow tourists to enjoy nature and visit nearby scenic spots. Boat-loving travelers who did or did not arrive using ferry tickets to Trelleborg can opt for picturesque boat tours from the harbor during the summer months.