Kristinehamn Travel Guide

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Kristinehamn
Kristinehamn
Kristinehamn
Kristinehamn

Enjoy boat trips on Lake Vanern, wander amid elks and mansions during your trip to Kristinehamn. 

Kristinehamn is located in the Swedish province of Varmland, 25 miles from Karlstad City and 43 miles from Orebro City. A weekend package to Kristinehamn suits those who want to visit a charming town next to Sweden's biggest lake, Vanern, in an area offering outdoor adventures on both water and land. The area also has a rich cultural heritage.

Journey out on Lake Vanern on the wooden ship Bojorten, which is a beautiful copy of a Swedish vessel from the 1600s. The cruise company offers classy routes where you can enjoy three-course dinners, but there are also music trips and pirate voyages. Step on-board a ferry and head to Valon Island, know for its sandy beaches in Sandvikarna, where the waters are shallow. From here bridges connect the island with Kalvon Island and Sibberon Island, both of which offer rocky shores to go swimming from.

Trek into the gorgeous Swedish wilderness and wander along the Jarnleden walking trail, which follows the old iron transport route, starting at theHytte Estate and continuing all the way to Kristinehamn Guest Harbour. You will pass through species-rich landscapes and may be able to spot elk or deer, before you get to Varnumsviken Bay, where the estatesGustafsvik Herrgard and Ostervik Farm are well worth exploring. During a weekend trip to Kristinehamn you can visit Kristinehamn Golf Club which offers parkland and woodland courses. There is also a special Crazy Golf Course near the harbour.

People are often surprised to hear that Kristinehamn has a strong connection to the world renowned artist Pablo Picasso. You can see a 50 feet tall Picasso Sculpture at Strandudden - which is known locally as Cape Picasso. The modern art museum Kristinehamns Konstmuseum has previously displayed works by Picasso, and always displays thought provoking exhibitions featuring both Swedish and international artists.

When you go for trips to Kristinehamn you will often get to the city's train station where there are buses to and from different districts. There are plenty of vibrant neighbouring areas to explore if you use Kristinehamn as a starting point. Reach the city in 30-40 minutes by car or coach from Karlstad Airport.

This Swedish gem has a lot more to offer than the few examples above. You will find unforgettable sights and attractions in and around Kristinehamn.

Statt Kristinehamn

Statt Kristinehamn

3.5 out of 5
Kungsgatan 27, Kristinehamn
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Kristinehamn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a nightclub. Popular attractions Kristinehamns Historical Museum ...
7.4/10 Good! (887 reviews)
"It is a beautiful historic building with a nice and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2024

Statt Kristinehamn
Hotell Marieberg

Hotell Marieberg

3 out of 5
Mariebergsvägen 2, Kristinehamn, Värmland
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Kristinehamn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Kristinehamns Art Museum and ...
7.6/10 Good! (781 reviews)
"Simple hotel, very comfortable beds, simple breakfast not up to large chain hotels, but Ok for a simple breakfast. No front staff at reception in the mornings, so if you need a receipt of stay you have to get it the night before. No evening meals either. But rooms were good, although, the bathroom, ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2024

Hotell Marieberg
Hotell Bro

Hotell Bro

3 out of 5
Spelmansgatan, 20, Kristinehamn, Värmlands län
The price is ₹9,628 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
₹9,628
₹10,783 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kristinehamn. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kristinehamns Historical Museum and Kristinehamn ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (209 reviews)
"This is a hostel bluffing that it is a hotel. For the money that we paid things should have been much better quality all around. And they can get away with this because of the situation they are in due to the indoor football field they have for youth cups. That's why my family and I booked a room ..."

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2023

Hotell Bro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
4 Star Holiday Home in Kristinehamn-by Traum

4 Star Holiday Home in Kristinehamn-by Traum

2 out of 5
Kristinehamn, Varmland County
Stay at this holiday home in Kristinehamn. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Gustafsvik Manor is located nearby.
4 Star Holiday Home in Kristinehamn-by Traum
5 Person Holiday Home in Kristinehamn

5 Person Holiday Home in Kristinehamn

2.5 out of 5
Kristinehamn, Varmland County
Stay at this holiday home in Kristinehamn. Enjoy free parking, a garden and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Varmlands Saby Manor House and Sodra ...
5 Person Holiday Home in Kristinehamn
Otterbergets bad & camping

Otterbergets bad & camping

2 out of 5
Otterbergets Camping 1, Hova
Stay at this family-friendly campsite in Hova. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge).
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
Allt topp!
"Toppenställe! Bra och välkomnande personal, vi kommer tillbaka!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Otterbergets bad & camping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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