Romantic weekend, tips

A romantic weekend – 10 tips in Sweden

The honeymoon is on the horizon – perhaps to the Maldives or Barbados, or maybe New York. But if that’s still a while away, why not treat yourselves to a romantic weekend – a ‘mini-moon’ – closer to home straight after the wedding? Here are our top ten romantic spots in Sweden!

Luxurious romance

Beautiful interiors and views of the Royal Palace are, of course, the perfect setting for a romantic weekend. The Grand Hôtel Stockholm is arguably Scandinavia’s leading luxury hotel, with a long and fascinating history. Countless film stars, world leaders and other celebrities have stayed here, and still do… After taking in all the city’s sights, settle down in the Cadier Bar, a classic international cocktail bar and a popular meeting place for both hotel guests and locals, before dining at the exclusive à la carte restaurant Mathias Dahlgren.
www.grandhotel.se

Classic spa resort in the enchanting Bergslagen region

The Royal Mud Baths and the Loka Spa have been revitalising people for 300 years. Now, this historic spa resort has been further refined and transformed into a modern spa facility offering the most delightful treatments. At Loka Brunn (near Karlskoga), there are of course other things to do too; stroll amongst the old houses and soak up the history, enjoy the enchanting Bergslagen countryside, take a dip in the lake, and savour the restaurant’s delicacies. Don’t forget to visit the sauna.
www.lokabrunn.se

Beautiful Scania

They certainly knew how to build castles in the old days – Snogeholm Castle in Sjöbo is proof of that, amongst other things. The castle was built in the late 19th century in the French Rococo style. To preserve the authentic atmosphere, the castle has been carefully renovated, whilst of course meeting today’s standards of comfort and quality. Outside the castle, you can relax by fishing from the jetty, playing golf, horse-riding or going for walks in the woods. The area around Snogeholm is also considered one of the most beautiful in Skåne, and that’s saying something.
www.snogeholmsslott.se

Like a Värmland fairy tale

The beautiful 18th-century Hennickehammar Manor is nestled in the woods, right next to a small lake. Mill owners have lived here since the 17th century, and naturally the manor has a rich and multifaceted history to tell. Hennickehammar is also renowned for its cuisine, where the menus are happily adapted to suit the seasons. The best tip, however, is the forest, the countryside and the lake. Unbelievably beautiful, in both winter and summer. So put on some comfortable clothes and shoes and go for a walk in the Värmland forest. Or take a rowing trip on the lake and try your hand at fishing before dinner.
www.hennickehammar.se

At the end of the road

Where the mountain ranges mark the border with Norway, the public road also comes to an end. We’re in the Borgafjällen mountains (in the southern Lapland mountains) and this is a place you’ll be happy to stay. Especially if you get to stay at Hotell Borgafjäll, Ralph Erskine’s award-winning building that blends seamlessly with nature and features a ski slope on the roof. The interior is just as fascinating. The hotel’s rooms are spectacularly built upwards across two or more small storeys. The restaurant has been named Lapland’s best, and here you can enjoy a gourmet dinner based on local produce.
borgafjallhotell.se

By the sea

At Hotell Havsvidden, the sea is never still; the surroundings are rugged and exciting. Here on the northern tip of Åland, the hotel boasts its own 2.2-kilometre stretch of shoreline and a 44-hectare site. Here, you can truly be on your own. Why not hire your own cliff-top cottage for 2–6 people? Åland is, incidentally, an autonomous region of Finland where Swedish is the sole language.
www.havsvidden.com

Personal

At Bomans Hotell in Trosa, originality is celebrated; the 44 rooms are all decorated in a lovely, personal style. Swaying palm trees, lush cotton plantations, pith helmets and dark rum characterise the ‘Plantagen’ room, for example. The idea for this room was conceived in the Bamboo Bar at the Oriental Hotel in Bangkok. Whichever room you choose, a genuine experience awaits. Here you can enjoy the setting itself, the food and a visit to the sauna – as well as a stroll through the small-town idyll of Trosa.
www.bomans.se

Old and new

Bjertorp Castle, situated on the Västgötaslätten plain some 11 mil north of Gothenburg, is Sweden’s youngest Art Nouveau castle. The Art Nouveau style blends with super-cool interiors – so beautiful! The food is superb, prepared using local produce with influences from classic French cuisine. The restaurant is featured and rated in Sweden’s leading restaurant guide, the White Guide. If you fancy doing something other than strolling around the gardens, the golf course is right next door.
www.bjertorpslott.se

Fairytale castle

Thorskogs Slott, between Kungälv and Lilla Edet, truly resembles a fairytale castle with its turrets and towers. It is one of western Sweden’s best-preserved castles, and here you can enjoy tranquillity, a touch of luxury, personalised attention and strong historical ties. Here you can wander through the deep forests, admire the floral splendour of the castle gardens or perhaps hit a few balls on the golf course before rounding off the evening with a delicious supper for two. The castle is also known from the SVT programme “Stjärnorna på slottet”.
www.thorskogsslott.se

A turn-of-the-century dream

In summer, Marstrand beckons with sun-warmed cliffs and a vibrant nightlife. But whatever the season, it is a wonderful place with picturesque alleyways and beautiful, well-preserved turn-of-the-century houses. And do be sure to visit Carlsten Fortress, Marstrand’s main attraction. The Grand Hotel Marstrand is the island’s most historic hotel. This 4-star hotel was built at the turn of the century and has been carefully renovated to preserve its period charm and architecture.
www.grandmarstrand.se

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