5 places we love in Halmstad

Our jewellery is designed and made right here in Halmstad, Sweden, just as it has been since we launched back in 1985. We love our home town, which really comes into its own during the holiday period. Here, Blomdahl’s own holiday makers share some of their favourite spots to visit in and around Halmstad. Be sure to check them out if you happen to be passing through this summer.

A taste of nostalgia at Börjes Konditori in Harplinge
A real institution according to anyone born in Halmstad who has a sweet tooth. This patisserie opened in the 1950s, when the jukebox never stopped playing, and in the 80s was the favourite post rehearsal hang out of pop group Gyllene Tider. It’s still the place to go for ANYONE who loves cakes, pastries and great sandwiches. With its charming, pared-back 50s-style décor, it harks back to simpler times. At Börjes, you’re always guaranteed stunning cakes, traditional sweet treats, delicious bread, and a friendly smile. We recommend a slice of their ‘Biskvi’ almond cake or a Danish pastry!

Börjes konditori

Discover curios galore at Patriks Prylar and grab a coffee at Lindas Ekocafé
Just outside Halmstad, in Röinge, is Patriks Prylar. A mecca for anyone who loves fun knick-knacks and re-use. Here, you’ll find an eclectic mix of styles and collectibles, including neon signs, lamps, porcelain and renovated furniture. A treasure trove of fascinating and fun objects.

Patriks Prylar

Right next door is Lindas Ekocafé, and Patrik and Linda also run a shared space called Garaget (The Garage). With seating inside and out, you can enjoy coffee and cakes from the café, while being inspired by all the creative furnishings round about.

Lindas ekocafé

Lovely walking trails at Biskopstorp nature reserve
If you’re the outdoorsy type, then Biskopstorp nature reserve is the ideal place to visit. Take a hike through undulating scenery, with its babbling brooks, tranquil lakes, ancient woodland and grazing cattle. There are also landscaped trails designed to make access easier for those using a wheelchair or with a stroller or pram, as well as plenty of benches, picnic tables, toilets and parking. The ideal excursion for a cloudy day. Perhaps you enjoy fishing too? Fishing is permitted at Lake Kroksjön, where if you’re lucky you can catch pike, perch and roach.

Relax on the beach at Frösakull
If the beach is your thing, then you’ve come to the right place. Most people are familiar with the four-kilometre stretch of sand at Tylösand, which is always a good choice. However, there is a quieter but no less beautiful beach at Frösakull, just to the north of Tylösand. The atmosphere may be calmer, but there are still plenty of activities on offer, including a volleyball net for those who love sports.

Impressive views and secluded bays for swimming along the Prins Bertil trail
If you want to hike and swim, then we recommend trying the Prins Bertil trail, which is perhaps Halmstad’s most beautiful hiking trail. It runs for 18 kilometres, starting in central Halmstad and ending at Möllegård nature reserve. Pack a picnic and your swimwear, and head out to explore everything that nature and the local area has to offer, from sandy beaches, coastal woodland, cliffs and old quarries to picturesque harbours and fishing bays.

Photos by: Jenny Spetz, Maria Havemose, Maria Linde, Lina Krüger Christiansen, Chatrine Petersson, Monica Larsson, Patriks Prylar, Lindas Ekocafé and Börjes Konditori.