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Map Albert Engströmleden

Albert Engströmleden

46 km in Småland
Surface
Asphalt and Gravel
Traffic
Low traffic road
Elevation Profile
400 m ascent, 400 m descent.
Signage
Not signposted.
Level
Beginner

The Albert Engström Trail takes you through the Småland Highlands, where nature and culture meet in a landscape characterized by both stubbornness and beauty. Here you cycle through hilly terrain on asphalt and gravel, with views of beech forest, troll forest and a small-scale agricultural landscape.

Along the trail you will pass cairns and stone walls reminiscent of centuries of hard work on poor soils. It is a journey where history meets the tranquility of nature.

A highlight is Skurugata, a strange rock crevice often described as southern Sweden's most peculiar natural phenomenon. The mysterious place has given rise to legends of trolls and robbers, and a walk between the high rock walls is an experience you should not miss during the bike ride.

Photos: Duo Fotografi AB / Visit Eksjö

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Points of Interest

  • Ashkenazi farm
  • Eksjö museum
  • Eksjö's city center
  • Engströmsgården in Hult
  • Hults Church
  • Höreda church
  • Kvänsås beech forest
  • Skurugata

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Favorite Stops Near Albert Engströmleden

  • Lennart's pastry shop
    In the square in Eksjö you can feel the smell of freshly baked from a classic pastry shop. "The confectionery with gold border" is today run by daughter Lena, who in the summer also has two cozy outdoor restaurants.

    Lennart's pastry shop

    In the square in Eksjö you can feel the smell of freshly baked from a classic pastry shop. "The confectionery with gold border" is today run by daughter Lena, who in the summer also has two cozy outdoor restaurants.
  • Putte Kock
    At Putte Kock, exciting things always happen. Here you can eat good lunch "housekeeper with a twist", or just come by for a relaxing after work.

    Putte Kock

    At Putte Kock, exciting things always happen. Here you can eat good lunch "housekeeper with a twist", or just come by for a relaxing after work.
  • Princess patisserie
    Princess patisserie is located on Storgatan in Eksjö, where you will find lots of goodies. Sit down for a while with a cup of coffee, and maybe a bit of princess cake.

    Princess patisserie

    Princess patisserie is located on Storgatan in Eksjö, where you will find lots of goodies. Sit down for a while with a cup of coffee, and maybe a bit of princess cake.
  • Kvarnarps farm
    Here is a large assortment of building and interior details in old traditional styles and materials, both for castles and hut.

    Kvarnarps farm

    Here is a large assortment of building and interior details in old traditional styles and materials, both for castles and hut.
  • Ljusboden
    The candle booth has a wide selection of local crafts, candles of all shapes and woods made with chainsaw. There is also a summer café with Småland cheesecake, waffles and homemade.

    Ljusboden

    The candle booth has a wide selection of local crafts, candles of all shapes and woods made with chainsaw. There is also a summer café with Småland cheesecake, waffles and homemade.
  • Three rooms and kitchen
    Restaurant Three rooms and kitchens are located in the middle of Eksjö, and here you can eat well for lunch and dinner. Some evenings they even have live gigs.

    Three rooms and kitchen

    Restaurant Three rooms and kitchens are located in the middle of Eksjö, and here you can eat well for lunch and dinner. Some evenings they even have live gigs.
  • crafts cottage
    The sloop cottage is located in the scenic Railway Park at the southern end of Eksjö center. Local craftsmen show and sell fine crafts from the area.

    crafts cottage

    The sloop cottage is located in the scenic Railway Park at the southern end of Eksjö center. Local craftsmen show and sell fine crafts from the area.
  • Albert Engström Farm
    Take the opportunity to visit Albert Engströmgården in Hult, where the author and cartoonist Albert Engström grew up. The farm is very scenic.

    Albert Engström Farm

    Take the opportunity to visit Albert Engströmgården in Hult, where the author and cartoonist Albert Engström grew up. The farm is very scenic.
  • cycle Smithy
    You can rent a bicycle at Cykelsmedjan, located in Eksjö. Here you can also get help with the service of your bike.

    cycle Smithy

    You can rent a bicycle at Cykelsmedjan, located in Eksjö. Here you can also get help with the service of your bike.

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