Stay at cozy Fredensborgs Herrgård and discover Astrid Lindgren’s Småland.
Summary
Trip overview
Type
Self-guided
Difficulty
Advanced
Accommodation
3 nights
Cycling
235 km
Bike
Bring your own bike or add a rental bike to your booking.
This is a self-guided challenging Gravel-cycling holiday. The cycling takes place on gravel in a very safe traffic environment. You can ride this trip on your own bike or a rental bike.
Book with Sweden by Bike
Why book with us
- No extra fees - you pay the organizer's price
- Accident insurance for everyone registered in the booking
- Free 1-year membership (value 299 kr)
- 20% discount in our webshop (single-use coupon)
- Personal support throughout your booking
Do you have questions about this cycling holiday? Email us.
Photos
Photos from the trip
At Skirasjön there is a jetty and a sauna.
When cycling in the Småland highlands, you will encounter a wilderness-like nature.
There are endless gravel roads here.
You stay in cozy rooms, many of which have a private veranda.
Around Wallby there are nice gravel roads, almost completely free of car traffic.
Accommodation in red cottages with white knots.
The restaurant serves a well-composed farmhouse dinner,
Wallby Säteri, surrounded by hills, lakes, and stone walls.
Practical Info
Before you book
Accommodation
- Hotel
Season
May 1 – September 30, 2027Type of cycling
Gravel Surface
Gravel
Cycling takes place in a stress-free and very safe traffic environment.
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Pet FriendlyPets are always welcome for a small fee - perfect for those who want to share the cycling adventure with their four-legged friend.
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WildernessLet the nature experience take center stage - discover Sweden's wild landscapes and enjoy the adventure beyond the city noise.
We speak
English and Swedish
When cycling in the highlands of Småland, you encounter a wilderness-like nature. The climate is reminiscent of the southern Norrland hinterland. There are endless gravel roads, lined with stone walls and fences. It is also quite hilly. During the high season there are several small cafés where you can stop and have a coffee. Welcome to a real gravel mecca!
Your base for this cycling adventure is Wallby Säteri dating back to the 14th century. Here you’ll stay in red houses with white gables. A few hundred meters from Wallby Säteri Lake Skirösjön glistens. There’s a swimming dock and a small sandy beach. It’s a spa, Wallby-style.
Included
- Three nights (part of double room)
- 3 x breakfast
- 3 x three-course dinner (excl. Drinks)
- Access to sauna and bathing jetty
- Digital maps (gpx files) and route description
Add-on Extras
- Extra nights, the package is easily supplemented with one or two days
- Picnic lunch: 195 kr/pers
- Rental bike
Day 1 - Arrival and gravel roll around Skärvete
Wallby Säteri, Vetlanda
Dinner
22 km, 251 altitude meters
Check into your room and make yourself at home. Now, a truly magical gravel trail awaits, leading straight into the Småland forest. Moderately hilly, it’ll really put your legs to the test. At Lake Höljen, the trail crosses a spectacular stream, and a few hills later, you’ll pass Nils Dacke’s hideout, where you can take a short break. After that, it’s mostly downhill back to Skirö. A perfect afternoon bike ride. Then it’s time for a well-curated farm-to-table dinner at the restaurant at Wallby Säteri.
Day 2 - Graveldreams through the forest
Wallby Säteri, Vetlanda
Breakfast and dinner
79 km, 995 altitude meters
After breakfast, a fantastic dirt road ride awaits. Lots of winding roads, just enough asphalt for recovery and one picturesque village after another. How about Ädelfors, Lammåsa, Söthult and Kråkshult?
Mining in Småland has a long history. Stop by Kleva mine, which is idyllically located in the middle of the forest. Copper ore was mined here in the past, and there are barbecue areas and a viewing platform. Don't forget to bring something to eat and drink during the tour. Maybe pre-order a picnic lunch? Cycling in the highlands is demanding. Back at Wallby, dinner and a comfortable bed await.
Day 3 - Gravel from Wallby to Katthult
Wallby Säteri, Vetlanda
Breakfast and dinner
133 km, 1767 meters of altitude
After breakfast, it's time for a real road trip. The destination is Astrid Lindgren's Katthult. Here you experience the environment from the films about Emil in Lönneberga. You cycle through vast forests, past lots of red cottages and beautiful lakes. The area is characterized by Astrid Lindgren's colorful stories. You will experience places that are well known to many - Mariannelund, Lönneberga, Bullerbyn (in Sevedstorp) and many more.
Dinner and overnight stay at Wallby Säteri. Maybe a relaxing sauna before it's time to go to sleep.
Day 4 - Time for the Journey Home
Breakfast
After breakfast it is time to go home. We hope you have had some really wonderful cycling days in the Småland highlands!
Travel
Getting Here
Booking Information
Payment & Cancellation
Payment
Payment is made on site upon arrival. The property will send you a confirmation with all practical information for your stay.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Cancellation fees:
- free cancellation up to 3 days before the start date.
- 3 days before start date, 100 % of the total price of the package.