The 10 Best Things to do in Orkelljunga, Skane County

Lake Hjalmsjon is close to the city center of Orkelljunga, but it is so calm and quiet. Maybe because of the trees that surrounds the lake. This lake is one of the best in Sweden for rowing competition.

Welcome to test your skills on the obstacles in the parkour park of Skanes Fagerhult. It is open to everyone and is free of charge.

The Larkesholm hiking area consist of an hikinh trail around the larger of the two lakes in Larkesholm. It may sound simple but it is very beautiful. The lake follows you around the trail and offer a stunning view. No wonder this place is so popular!

Welcome to Ingeborrarp Open-air Museum and Inn – where, during the high-season (April-September), you can stroll among the houses and experience how it was to live and work here 150 years ago. You can also enjoy an excellent meal in our beautiful inn. . In the farm shop you will find everything from the Local Historical Society’s books to lemonade, jam, honey, local handicrafts and much more.

The Pinna reserve is a section of unique nature in the middle of Orkelljunga village. It extends from the Pinna's outlet from Hjalmsjon lake in the north-east to Lyckstaberg in the south-west. In the middle of the area you have the impression of walking in a small rainforest.

Welcome to the skatepark, located in central Orkelljunga near Bangatan and next to Pinnareservatet. Here you can skate, ride BMX or kickbike and more.

Within walking distance of Ingeborrarp’s Open Air Museum is the ruined church of Rya. In the late 1100s or in the early 1200s, the parish church of Rya was built. After the year 1876, when the public auction was held at the old church, it began to decay. After a long time, Rya village has made great efforts to preserve the remains of the old church. The ruins are beautifully located in an open lan

The Abborra footpath is our newest trail. It's quite short, only 1,2 km but with the outdoor gym it is perfect for a whole-body training experience. It's located about 5-10 minutes from the city center and is located beside the lake Hjalmsjon, and goes around the smaller lake Abborra. This trail is also perfect if you have a stroller or wheelchair. There is a BBQ area and off-leash areas for dogs.

Can you believe there once were a castle on this tiny hill? According to the legend (and history books), a medieval castle was built at this location by the Danes to protect the borders. At the time it was built this part of Sweden was actually Danish.