Hova between nature, culture and special paths

Hova combines living history with varied paths and special nature experiences. Every summer, Hova Riddarvecka transforms parts of the town into a medieval village for nine days. The event has taken place since 1990 and gives the town a distinctive cultural character. Those planning a trip combining nature, local history and a range of activities will therefore find several unique ways to experience the surroundings in Hova.

Paths for different day plans

For a manageable walk, Hälsans stig is a good choice: the accessible circular trail is 3.5 kilometres long and is located in Hova. Those who want to compare different trail lengths will find marked running and exercise trails in Getryggen measuring 3.1, 2.5 and 5 kilometres. The Getryggen activity park is located at the Movallen sports grounds in Hova.

The area can also be explored on two wheels. A 20-kilometre-long mountain bike trail runs around Hova; about 7 kilometres of it consist of firm, fine gravel. These details help with planning: you can choose between a shorter loop, marked exercise trails and a longer mountain bike tour without making every day the same.

Forest, old trees and traces of the past

The Folkeberg nature reserve has the character of a primeval forest. Fallen trees are left lying there, while the trees are around 170 years old and some individual trees are considerably older. A marked circular hiking trail leads for 1.6 kilometres through the nature reserve. The forest also contains a well-preserved Bronze Age stone mound. For visitors who want to combine nature observation and history, several interesting themes can be found in one area here.

The Högsåsen nature reserve lies northeast of Hova. It belongs to the Stora Tiveden area and offers hiking trails of varying lengths and difficulty levels. Also northeast of Hova, near Lilla Hederna, lies the Domarringarna burial ground with five stone circles and five large, clump-shaped stones. These destinations expand the options for days when you want to focus on different trail lengths or historical traces in the landscape.

Culture and local discoveries

The Hova local history museum displays old agricultural items as well as everyday objects from different periods. Another personal connection to the area is associated with Stikkan Andersson: he was born in Hova on 25 January 1931 and grew up in the small house by the market square that still stands in Hova today and is called the Green House. Near Hova is also Varggropen at Värpemon, a restored wolf pit that was still in use in the 1850s.

For music enthusiasts, Rockfickan is an interesting option. The volunteer-run rock club in Hova hosts live concerts throughout the year. Hova Musteri offers a culinary speciality: apple and pear pressing is booked by telephone by appointment. You can bring your own fruit and have it pressed on the premises using the business's equipment and expertise. Hova Musteri also sells ready-made juice as well as other apple and pear products.

The right accommodation for your travel plans

When looking for a holiday apartment or holiday home in Hova, you can first orient yourself according to your preferred travel rhythm. For active days, the marked paths, the mountain bike trail and the nature reserves are the main attractions. Those who prefer to combine culture and local specialities can plan around Riddarvecka, the local history museum, the Green House, Varggropen or a concert at Rockfickan. If pressing fruit at Hova Musteri is part of your trip, you should include the telephone appointment in your planning.

This allows you to tailor your accommodation search to your own interests without limiting the trip to just one activity. Hova offers short and longer paths, nature with historical connections, as well as regional products and events. If you would like to compare other places in addition to Hova, you can find Södra Torp, Gårdsjö, Otterbäcken, Skagersvik and Gullspång here.

To the higher-level travel overview: Gullspång.