Autumn highlights along ARK56

Autumn experiences when the deciduous forest glows

Autumn is one of the best seasons to discover Blekinge Archipelago Biosphere Reserve with the help from our linked coastal trails and companies belonging to ARK56. Below, we have gathered some suggestions for cultural and nature experiences that are perfect for a lovely autumn day.

The stone wall at Kristianopel

Experience autumn and get a culturally rich walk through Kristianopels historic environment. The 3 km long stone wall in Kristianopel that surrounds the city was built in the early 17th century and has been up to nine meters high. When you walk along the wall, you can get a nice view of the city and also Kalmarsund from the crest of the wall. End the day trip with waffles or coffee with home-baked cookies at Cafe Sött o Salt down by the harbor.

During the autumn season, the café is open Friday-Sunday 11:00-16:00.

Paddle with the seals after 1 October

To protect the seals, it is forbidden to paddle in the Isaks Kläpp seal protection area during the summer. From October 1, however, it is allowed, and paddling with the seals can be a major highlight for any experienced paddler. However, do not disturb the seals. If you are not an experienced paddler, you can take a guided tour with Arkipelag Kajak, where you can also rent a dry suit via Dragsö camping.

Outdoor cooking

Do you dream of learning and experiencing outdoor cooking?

Nature by Andreas offers year-round experiences and guided tours, such as paddling and hiking, they also offers after work cooking. So, take the opportunity to bring your group of friends or your colleagues to a wonderful experience in nature where you first hike and then finish with an outdoor cooking by an open fire.

Tromtö nature reserve and Johannishus Gårdsbutik

Take a lovely autumn walk through Tromtö nature reserve that will take you through a beautiful manor landscape with beech forests, oak hedges and tall meadow trees. Then take a detour to Johannishus Gods and visit the farm shop that sells locally produced products directly from the farm, such as venison from animals that have been hunted from their own land.

The shop is open Friday 14:00-17:00, and Saturdays 11:00-14:00.

Äggaboden and Gravrösen in Gärestad

Take a lovely lunch at the restaurant in the rural idyll Äggaboden, where there is also a farm shop. The restaurant serves locally produced food that is adapted to the seasons. In the farm shop, it is possible to buy products from local farmers and producers, and also eggs from their own hens. Then take a walk to Gravrösen in Gärestad where you can admire large remains from the older Bonze Age. Two large burial mounds are located on both side of E22, which is four meter high and with a diameter of 25 meters.

The farm shop is open Wednesday - Friday 11:00-17:00 and Saturday - Sunday 11:00-16:00. The restaurant is open Wednesday - Friday 11:30 - 14:30, and Saturday - Sunday 11:30 - 15:30.

Café Mandeltårtan och Brunnsparken

Take the opportunity to explore the cultural reserve Ronneby Brunnspark in Ronneby this autumn. Brunnsparken has long been a famous health resort, between the 18th and 20th centuries many people went there to drink health-giving mineral water and walk in the unique nature. Wander through the idyllic and historic park and then stop at Café Mandeltårtan for a light lunch and coffee. You can also enjoy a brunch that they serve on Saturdays!

The café is open Tuesday-Friday 10:00-17:00 and Saturdays-Sunday 10:00-16:00. They also have bread sales Wednesday-Sunday 08:00-12:00.

Eriksberg

Discover a unique and beautiful natural area along ARK56 in Eriksberg where you can take part of many different activities during the autumn season. Everything from luxurious overnights packages with safari at Eriksbergs wildlife & nature, to hiking experiences in Eriksberg nature reserve. You can also visit the Café Outdoor Eriksberg, which has among other things, local games and deli products.

Eriksberg is open Monday to Sunday 08:00 - 18:00.

Hanö

Make a weekend trip to Hanö and experience autumn out in the archipelago. Hanö accepts booking requests during the autumn season, so book a night at the hotel and explore what Hanö has to offer. Walk the 4,3 km Vita Slinga that goes around the island and experience the fantastic hornbeam forest and fire up the grill for lunch at the island´s northen barbecue area overlooking the sea.