Discover Kolmården: Animal Experiences and Wild Nature

Kolmården combines impressive animal experiences with a distinctive mountain and forest landscape. The area lies on the border between Östergötland and Södermanland and offers views over Bråviken, wild nature and numerous hiking opportunities. This makes it possible to shape a trip in very different ways: with an eventful day at the wildlife park, an extended hike or a shorter tour through the landscape.

Animal experiences at Kolmårdens Djurpark

At Kolmårdens Djurpark, the Hope dolphin show and the Wings bird of prey show are presented. The Safaribanan is a special cable-car experience that has no equal among zoos worldwide. It is also the only place in Kolmården where, among other animals, lions, giraffes and European bison can be seen. For visitors who want to combine different experiences, this creates a clear contrast between observing animals and taking in the surrounding landscape.

Bamses Flygande Matta also offers an unusual experience: The person sitting at the front can use a magic button to control how high the mat flies and when it swoops down towards the ground. Those travelling with children can include such special attractions in their daily plans without making their stay revolve exclusively around a single activity.

Hiking through forests, viewpoints and natural areas

Kolmården is a mountain and forest area with numerous hiking opportunities, ranging from easier to more challenging hikes. In Fjällmossen, located in the heart of Kolmården, there are shorter and longer hiking trails. This selection allows you to adapt the length of a tour to your chosen travel day without losing the area’s landscape perspectives.

The Marmorbruksleden is 9.6 kilometres long in total and consists of several loops. Along the way, the trails pass through different natural areas with interesting flora and fauna. The Marmorbruksleden also provides an opportunity to discover the Marmormuseét as a place of interest. This means the hike combines nature with a cultural destination without being limited to a purely scenic tour.

Another point of orientation is the Stora Namnsgölen runt circular walk. It starts and ends at the car park near Hultsbruk. In Getåravinen, the hike can be extended northwards along the Östgötaleden to the Korpklint viewpoint at kilometre 8. From there, there are magnificent views over Bråviken. Depending on your preferred pace for the day, you can therefore choose a shorter hike or combine a longer route with a designated viewpoint.

Which accommodation location suits your trip

When looking for a holiday rental or holiday home in Kolmården, it is worth deciding on the focus of your trip first. If the wildlife park and its shows are the main reason for your stay, a well-planned day of experiences takes centre stage. If, on the other hand, you want to explore the landscape, the various hiking options, Fjällmossen, the Marmorbruksleden and the views over Bråviken are important reference points for planning your trip. Accommodation in Kolmården can therefore serve as a starting point for very different days of holiday without requiring you to commit to just one way of exploring the area.

For travelling to the wildlife park, the “Djurparken” bus stop is approximately 50 metres from the main entrance to Kolmården. It has been adapted for people with reduced mobility. This specific information can be helpful when planning a visit, particularly if access to the main entrance is important for your travel group.

Further places for planning your trip

If you would like to compare other places in addition to Kolmården, you can find out more about Svärtinge, Åby, Norsholm, Kimstad, Norrköping and Skärblacka. This allows you to align your accommodation search with your preferred mix of nature, excursions and further discoveries.

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