The wooden town of Askersund in the Lake Vättern archipelago

Welcome to Askersund, a charming wooden town where you’ll find quaint cafés, restaurants, general stores, and a lively harbor. Near Askersund lies the northern Lake Vättern archipelago, which offers everything from idyllic lakeside walks to exhilarating kayaking trips. Delicious food at waterfront restaurants is complemented by cozy small-town shopping and beautiful nature reserves. You can find tips on things to experience in Askersund on the Visit Askersund website.

Beautiful walks in the Askersund archipelago that are perfect for people of all ages.

More fun day trips

Yellow-plastered buildings in Brevens Bruk. One of the buildings has a tall chimney.

Brevens Mill

Brevens Bruk is a virtually untouched industrial complex with yellow-plastered buildings, designated as a cultural heritage site of national interest. It features craft shops, art galleries, a museum, and a café.

Visit Järle Station – Sweden’s oldest train station

Järle Station is Sweden's oldest train station and is located 30 minutes from Örebro. During the summer, vintage railbuses and steam trains operate on the line.

Welcome to Vinön, the largest island in Lake Hjälmaren

Vinön the largest island in Lake Hjälmaren and a popular destination for day trips. Come here and experience island life! You can get there on the Swedish Transport Administration’s free ferry, which departs daily from Hampetorp.

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