A local food trail for curious taste buds

Follow the flavours around the Hjo countryside! Pick your own berries, discover world-class cheese, enjoy scenic fika spots, and bring home local delicacies from small-scale producers. This six-hour round trip (by car) starts and ends in the charming town of Hjo – perfect for a delicious day out.

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Wake Up in Hjo – and Treat Yourself to Breakfast

Start your day in the heart of Hjo with a cosy breakfast at one of the town’s cafés. Many bake their bread and pastries on-site, setting the tone for a day of local food delights.

📍 Location: Central Hjo – cafés with in-house bakeries around Stora Torget

Spring’s Delicacy – White Asparagus by the Church

Just south of Hjo, near Norra Fågelås Church, Vätternsparris offers freshly picked white asparagus from May through June. A true seasonal gem straight from the field.

📍 Location: Vätternsparris, Norra Fågelås, south of Hjo

Cheese Lovers’ Paradise at Almnäs Bruk

Almnäs Bruk’s self-service farm shop is home to some of Sweden’s most prestigious cheeses. Stock up on Wrångebäck (with PDO status) and other award-winning varieties like Almnäs Tegel, Anno 1225 and Almnäs 1 Liter.

📍 Location: Almnäs Bruk, between Hjo and Tidan

A Bite with a View – Café Stop at The View

Craving lunch or something sweet? Head to The View, just outside Brandstorp. Their in-house bakery creates everything from breads to beautiful cakes – all served with a spectacular view over Lake Vättern.

📍 Location: The View, south of Hjo, near Brandstorp

Go Wild – Bison Meat and Safari Adventures

At Mobolets Gård in Gate, you’ll find Hjo’s very own Bison Farm. Shop for high-quality bison meat, hides and local goods, or in summer, enjoy a meal in the farm café or join a guided bison safari.

📍 Location: Mobolets Gård, Gate – south of Hjo

Pick Your Own – Berries at Kaggestorps Gård

From early July to mid-August, Kaggestorps Gård invites visitors to pick blueberries and raspberries. The mini farm shop also sells eggs, honey, and other little local treats.

📍 Location: Kaggestorps Gård, east of Hjo

Summer Flavours at Munkebo Gård

The summer farm shop at Munkebo Gård is a treasure trove of seasonal fruit, vegetables and local delicacies. During June and July, you can also pick your own strawberries – a summer must-do!

📍 Location: Munkebo Gård, north of Hjo

Pork at Grevbäcks Gris

At Grevbäcks Gris, located at the vicarage in Grevbäck, you can buy premium pork from a fully integrated, sustainable farm. Payment is easy via Swish in the self-service shop “Visthusboden”.

📍 Location: Grevbäck, east of Hjo

A Sip of Local Tradition – Hjo Brewery

For nearly a century, Hjo Bryggeri has been crafting classic Swedish soft drinks like svagdricka, must, and juniper soda. Stop by the small brewery shop to pick up something truly local.

📍 Location: Hjo Bryggeri, central Hjo

Wrap Up with Dinner in Hjo

After a full day of tasting and touring, head back to Hjo and enjoy a relaxed dinner at one of the town’s cosy restaurants. A perfect end to a flavourful day.

📍 Location: Restaurants in Hjo town centre and harbour area

🔗 Plan your route and explore our interactive map here:
👉 Open the Google Map of the Food Trail