Västerås
Badelundaåsen is a pebble ridge formed during the Ice Age. Here you will find yourself in one of Sweden's most archaeologically dense areas, best known for the large burial mound Anundshög. There are over 200 ancient remains within the boundaries of the nat…
The nature reserve consists of an entire parish with 23 islands and 222 islets and skerries in Lake Mälaren. The two largest islands are Ängsön and Långholmen. Here you will find a healthy mix of farmers, castle people, islanders and outdoor enthusiasts. On…
Ekholmen, Häggholmen and Lindholmen are three nature reserves located next to each other. They consist of three pastures that stand out like islands in the surrounding agricultural landscape. Old noble deciduous trees and many beautiful flowers grow here. B…
A short boat trip in Mälaren's sparkling archipelago takes you to Hästholmarna, which consists of five islands, but the larger islands Elba, Östra holmen and Västra holmen. Here you will find smooth rocks and sandy beaches, perfect for swimming and picnics…
Med sina 160 öar är detta Mälarens största skärgård. De två största öarna, Ridön och Aggarön, har mycket att erbjuda dig som är intresserad av natur och kulturhistoria. På båda öarna finns vandringsleder. Längs med lederna kan du uppleva naturen och minnen…
Björnön Nature Reserve is a very popular and well-visited outdoor area on the outskirts of Västerås. There are nice jogging trails and a hiking trail, a popular sledding hill, swimming areas, viewpoints and much more. Björnön also has beautiful nature, with…
Vinnsjömossen är ett naturreservat med doftande myrar, gammal skog och små bergsknallar. Ta med dig något att plocka lingon och blåbär i när du gör ett besök. Under hösten kan du också lätt fylla svampkorgen. I Vinnsjömossen trivs orre, tjäder och tranor me…
In Frösåker, the terrain is hilly and on the heights you have a good view of Lake Mälaren. There are both coniferous and deciduous forests and farmland. In the fall, there are plenty of mushrooms to pick. There are four different hiking trails that take you…
In Tååsen the forest is varied and wild. From the parking lot, you can walk or cycle on the road for 2 kilometers before you reach the reserve. There are no marked paths to follow in the area. It can be a challenge to walk around here as it quickly changes…
Next to the Ängsö nature reserve by Lake Mälaren you will find Sundängen. Here you will find both forests and pastures with old oaks and beautiful flowers and perhaps the occasional cow. The pastures are home to a number of colorful mushrooms such as the sc…
Between Skultuna and Tillberga is the small nature reserve Hemfallet. Here the terrain is varied and dramatic. Follow the small path that goes along and up and down over the area's rocks. Up on the peaks you have a nice view of the surrounding agricultural…
In Bispebo you are greeted by old spruces and mossy rocks. The forest is difficult for humans to access, but it is a haven for various mosses and lichens. This is the place for those who want a genuine and challenging nature experience among boulders and so…
Oak groves, rock cliffs, and an archipelago atmosphere in the beautiful Ängsö Outdoor Recreation Area 20 km southeast of Västerås and just over an hour's drive from Stockholm, you’ll find the beautiful Ängsö Outdoor Recreation Area. Part of a beautiful arch…
Experience one of the most popular nature spots in Västerås: the Björnö Outdoor Recreation Area. Björnön is an island with something for everyone. It has beautiful nature trails, running and biking tracks of varying lengths, a family-friendly mountain bike…
