Hike in Skåne and discover the region’s beautiful landscape – golden rapeseed fields, dramatic cliffs and deep forests.
Hike along the Skåneleden
Skåneleden is a collection of hiking trails that run through the entire region. It is 1,400 kilometres long and divided into six sections, many of which are linked. There are plenty of options for day trips as well as longer hikes. The recognisable orange signs mark the trail.
The first trails in Skåneleden were established in the late 1970s between Sölvesborg and Glimåkra. Today, Region Skåne is primarily responsible for maintaining and developing the trails. However, many of the hiking trails run along or through private land.
Please read about Allemansrätten before setting out.
Day trip on the Kullahalvön peninsula: Arild to Mölle
A 19-kilometre day trip along the west coast of Skåne. The tour starts in Arild, a medieval fishing village. The hiking trail takes you around the peninsula, including through the Kullaberg Nature Reserve. Y u will also pass the Nabbahögarna burial mounds. These burial mounds date back to the Bronze Age.
Along the coast, you can see embankments and remnants of the ancient Littorina Sea. The remains show what the coast looked like 4,000 to 7,000 years ago.
The tour ends in the quaint village of Mölle. Plenty of guesthouses are in the area for overnight stays, and public transport makes the route easy to reach.
For a map, visit the Skåneleden website.
Hiking in Skåne with overnight stays
There are several options for those who want to hike for several days. Sleeping outdoors in nature is a wonderful experience for many. Pack a tent or choose a route with campsites with windbreaks. If you sleep outdoors, it is important to be prepared and pack water, food, and protection against the weather. Remember to take your rubbish with you when you leave and take care of the natural environment.
If you want to stay overnight in a hotel, guesthouse or hostel, remember to book in advance, especially during the high season.
Read more about Allemansrätten
Allemansrätten, or “Everyone’s Right”:
It gives everyone the legal right to access and enjoy nature, regardless of land ownership. It’s a fundamental part of Swedish outdoor culture and deeply rooted in tradition. Different versions of the concept can be found in other Nordic countries.
Key Principles of Allemansrätten:
1. Freedom to roam:
You can walk, hike, cycle, ski, or camp on most uncultivated land — forests, meadows, mountains, and lakes — without needing permission from the landowner.
2. Temporary camping:
You can pitch a tent for a night or two in the same spot, as long as you’re not too close to someone’s home or disturbing wildlife or nature.
3. Foraging:
You can pick wild berries, mushrooms, and flowers if they are not protected species.
Restrictions and Responsibilities:
Allemansrätten comes with the idea: “Don’t disturb, don’t destroy” (Swedish: Inte störa, inte förstöra). For instance, no disturbing residents, entering private gardens or fenced land, and no damaging crops or forestry.