Cycle on a nice country road through an old cultural landscape.
Håbo - Shoe peninsula
Wonderful nature, cozy cafes and northern Europe's finest baroque castle
If you come cycling to Håbo via the Mälardalsleden trail, you will find that there is plenty to experience. A must, of course, is the mighty Skokloster castle which overlooks Lake Mälaren on the shoe peninsula. It is one of Europe's finest Baroque castles and Sweden's largest private residence of all time. The builder was the Swedish field marshal Carl Gustaf Wrangel who died in 1676. Adjacent to the castle is Stenhuset which has become a cultural center for both residents and visitors and the fantastic castle park.
In the center of Bålsta stands the movie character Stig-Helmer statue and you can visit (Lasse) Åberg's museum with a collection of world-class Disney objects. Håbo also has literary attractions in the form of the Fridegård Museum in Övergran with the author Jan Fridegård's preserved study room. Today at Biskops Arnö, where large parts of his library are located, is the well-known folk high school with, among other things, photo school and author education. On the shoe peninsula you will find excellent cycle paths with wonderful scenery, cafes and attractions along the way.
Bicycle map Little trip (15 km)
Bicycle map Great trip (24 km)
MTB Håbo – Skohalvön
Those who want to cycle on trails in the forest can go to Viby outdoor area. Here there is a mountain bike trail that is managed by Bålsta CK. The area is beautiful with varied and hilly forest terrain.
Bicycle Day Trips
30 km in Uppland
Bicycle Friendly Accommodations
Accommodations with access to essential tools for simple repairs, contact details for the nearest bicycle service, and secure storage for bicycles.MTB Adventure Zones
Viby MTB
Favorite Stops Near Håbo – Skohalvön
Skoklosters slott
The 17th century castle is famous for its architecture and rich collection of art, antiques and historical objects. It houses Arcimboldo's painting Vertumnus, one of the world's most famous works of art.
Örtagården på Biskops Arnö
Biskops-Arnö has a wonderful natural and cultural landscape. Here you can visit the beautiful herb garden overlooking Lake Mälaren. Every season has its charm.
Hjälstavikens naturreservat
Hjälstaviken is one of Sweden's finest bird lakes. Around the bird paradise Hjälstaviken there is an 8 km long trail that offers great nature experiences and beautiful resting places.
Knarrbacken
The area around Knarrbacken has a long history. There are several ancient remains from different eras. On Väppeby udde there is a circular stone deposit. It is a grave from the Iron Age.
Granåsen och Kvarnkojan
Granåsen is a popular recreational area and nature reserve. At the top of the ridge is the old Kvarnkojan, which was the mill keeper's residence. Here you can grill at the barbecue area or have a picnic.
Varpsundsstenen
Håbo has many ancient monuments. There are about 90 burial grounds, three ancient castles and about 30 rune stones. The rune stone at Varpsund from the 11th century stands on a narrow strip of land where land and water meet.
Frösundaviks strandpark
Here you can dip your toes in the water, barbecue with friends or rest for a while on the smooth rocks. Follow the path up the hill and enjoy the view of Lake Mälaren.
Torresta naturstig
Experience rocky areas, lichen flora and 130-year-old pine trees. The trail is 2 km and leads to a beautifully located rest area with a fireplace on the shore of Lake Mälaren. Start at the parking lot at Viby outdoor area.
Bicycle Maps
More About Håbo – Skohalvön
Images from Håbo – Skohalvön
M / S Evert Taube is operating the Lake Mälaren
Bålsta center
Skokloster castle on the Shoe Peninsula
The herb garden on Bishop's Arnö
