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Sights and places to visit

It is never far to anything in Ystad. From the southernmost point to the northernmost corner it is 20 km and from west to east it is 40 km.

Ales stenar

Sweden's largest and best-preserved shipwreck is magnificently located above the village of Kåseberga on Österlen's south coast. Ale's stones are one of Skåne's most popular places to visit - a scenic and exciting place that attracts people all year round.
The shipwreck is dated to around the year 600 and consists of 59 large boulders, each weighing about five tons. The shipwreck is a total of approximately 67 meters long and 19 meters wide and is thus Sweden's largest.

Outdoor

Cycling

In Skåne with its winding country roads and beautiful landscapes, there is a wide range of cycling experiences.

Hiking

A piece of paradise in Sweden! Forests, open landscapes and the sea. Or why not a walk in the city.

Fishing

The water on Skåne's east coast is known for sea trout, pike and salmon, so bring your spin and fly fishing rod. Lake fishing in Skåne boasts both perch and pikeperch and several other species.

Wallander´s Ystad

Millions of readers the world over have followed Inspector Kurt Wallander as he hunt for murderers through the narrow cobbled alleys of Ystad.
Publicerad 2021-02-03, Uppdaterad 2023-10-09

Useful outdoor information

Read more about The right of public access 

Take a look at the Castle tour 

Find your way to our beaches 

And an indoor swimming pool

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the little train in Ystad

Join a ride on the small train that runs tours in the city but also out in Sandskogen.

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Österlen Syd

Österlen Syd has nearly 100 members, offering everything from studios and galleries to restaurants and cafes. Heaven and more. Villages. Art. Good food and much more!

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Ystads best guide to Wallander

Here you can browse the brochure that guides you through Wallanders Ystad.

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