Smaland Airport is located in the middle of the amazing Smaland district in the south of Sweden. With its 5.000 lakes and a coastline with a stunning archipelago in the Baltic Sea, Smaland offers you a variety of activities. Exploring the wilderness and enjoying the peacefulness, you are surprised to find world-class restaurants and superior hotels just around the corner.

Växjö, the Greenest Town In Europe

The town of Växjö is located only 20 minutes from Smaland Airport and the town centre is connected with an airport shuttle service. Växjö offers good shopping opportunities and a lot of hotels in different categories. The environment has always been a mayor issue for the town and it is rewarded for being 'The greenest town in Europe'. The town hosts a lot of visitors every year that are eager to learn how the town has succeeded reduce the fossil carbon dioxide emissions by 30% since 1993. The cathedral of Växjö together with the Glass museum are popular sites for international visitors.

Crystal and Glass

The crystal glass of Orrefors and the art glass of Kosta-Boda is sold all over the world. You are invited to se with your own eyes how it is prepared. The mills are open for visitors and millions of people have already been amazed over this spectacular show. Maybe you decide to participate in the evening 'Hyttsill' party where traditional food is prepared in the glass mill ovens. Smaland is truly the 'Kingdom of Crystal' and you will find 15 glass mills in the area, all with their own specialities. The village of Kosta has recently become a big shopping centre where you can find everything from Armani suits to handicraft and glass.

Nature, Lakes and Archipelago

The nature of Smaland offers a variety that is seldom seen. With 5.000 lakes and deep forests, you are actually in the wilderness. The lakes, as well as the archipelago at the Baltic Sea, gives you opportunities for water sports and fishing all of the year. The moose (elk) is the undisputed king of the forest and could be seen in the wilderness or in guided safari tours. Maybe you will see him peacefully walking along the shore when you are paddling in one of the many streams connecting the lakes. Or will you spot him, biking or hiking, on one of the numerous trails to be explored in the nature?

Astrid Lindgren and Vimmerby

Vimmerby Town and the theme park 'The World of Astrid Lindgren' is one of the most popular places to visit in Smaland and Sweden. Here you will find the picturesque environment being appreciated all over the world as described by the author Astrid Lindgren in her books. Pippi Longstocking, the Bullerbyn Children and the little rascal from Lönneberga are all figures known by millions all over the world. The theme park entertains the youngest, as well as their parents, with their acts and songs. In the birthplace of Astrid Lindgren, Näs, you are able to learn more about the interesting life of the author. Vimmerby Town offers a lot of cosy shops in an old fashioned way.

Worldclass Gastronomy

The Swedish kitchen has earned a worldwide reputation for its way of preparing the ingredients from nature itself. Smaland is no exception. You will find a lot of high classed restaurants serving you dishes from the region or an international cuisine. The world champion of sommeliers 2007 is working at the restaurant 'PM and friends', a restaurant in Växjö, that has won a lot of prices nationally and internationally. The local brewery Åbro in Vimmerby is Swedens oldest family owned brewery and the producer of the Smaland beer. The food from Smaland is not seldom accompanied by a 'snaps' and there are always a song to sing for every 'snaps'

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• Moose Park


• Smaland Airport & Tourist Information


• Astrid Lindgren’s World