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A glimpse of Åmål 100 years ago There are several different environments to experience at the museum. At the ground floor, you may find an exhibition that shows a contemporary toy room, a pastry shop, and an office. A full apartment with kitchen, bed- and l…
Steam locomotives, coaches and a large collection of train items Locomotives and carriages There are a number of steam-engine locomotives and a many of carriages arranged in the track area outside the engine shed. A first class coach from 1940 and a dining…
The heart of Åmål The harbor Along the shore of Lake Vänern you will find the guest harbor with the local history museum, restaurant, ice-cream café, tourist information and the old church. Surrounded by prominent buildings where many of Åmåls most powerful…
Church built in 1806 History The first church in Åmål, first mentioned in 1379, was built at the mouth of the river which was an important trade and market place. A stone church, now owned by the community of Åmål and in profane use, was built here in 1669.…
A museum in the fantastic lakeside town of Lidköping A thought-provoking experience – past and present Lake Vänern Museum brings together research, naval history, exciting exhibitions, and a host of childishly enjoyable adventures. Exhibitions portray peopl…
Stroll through the historic streets of Mariestad The old town Get acquainted with Mariestad and the old town. With its old buildings from the 18th and 19 th centuries making you catch a glimpse of manners of living in the past. Stroll around on the cobbled…
A grand cathedral in the city center Mariestad was founded in 1583 by Gustav Vasa's son Duke Karl (later, king Karl IX). Ten years later, year 1593, the work of building the cathedral began. There were religious strife between Duke Karl and his brother Joha…
Welcome to Dalaborg, an important site in Sweden's history Dalaborg was constructed in connection with conflicts between the sons of KingMagnus Ladulås, namely Birger, Erik and Valdemar.The latter two planned a western Nordic kingdom with fortresses around…
The unique 14th century church in Södra Råda was destroyed in a fire in 2001. It is now being rebuilt and was inaugurated in June 2022. The unique 14th century church in Södra Råda was destroyed in a fire in 2001. An interdisciplinary research project is no…
A travel in time In 1905, a new chapter in Restad's history began. Then Vänersborg's hospital and asylum was inaugurated. After the hospital was closed down, Restad Gård lives on as a place for work as well as living and relaxation. The architect Axel Kumli…
Welcome to CW Thorstensson's Mechanical Workshop History Carl Wilhelm Thorstenson was an engineer who designed a self-cleaning threshing machine manufactured in the workshop. They also made babbits metal. The Thorstenson family lived in a small apartment in…
Kvarnagården Welcome to visit Kvarngården just outside Håcksvik. Here at Kvarnagården, the Mårthensson brothers produced furniture in the early 1900s. A place filled with history and commitment Here at Kvarnagården, the Mårtensson brothers produced furnitur…
Where the time as almost stood still At Åsnebyn, time has stood still for a hundred years and the farm offers an exciting landscape filled with natural and cultural experiences. Bring the coffee basket and enjoy the view of the lake or participate in an eve…
Located on an old burial mound The church has a medieval atmosphere on the outside and partly on the inside. However, there is little left of that time other than a baptismal font made of sandstone between 1150 and 1250, as evidenced by the lack of carved r…
Klev Nature and Culture Reserve is located in Mårdaklev, along Ätran. Here, nature and culture meet in a landscape that has long been an important place for travel, trade and meetings. The area offers both history and experiences - from old buildings and cu…
