Welcome to Sjuhärad

Guide to all of Sjuhärad's gems

We welcome you to experience Sjuhärad in southern Västergötland. Ancient textile heritage meets modern culture with nature always close at hand. The area is full of lovely days out, historical sights, cafes, farm shops and guesthouses where you can sleep well at night.

Top 6 places for MTB and Downhill in Sjuhärad

Mountain biking and downhill cycling are very popular and there are many options in Sjuhärad. We have listed our favorite places to cycle here.

Read the list here

Food and drink

In Sjuhärad you will find everything from 5-star restaurants to the most picturesque small farm cafes. By the way, did you know that the word fika comes from Sjuhärad?

Farm shops in Sjuhärad

Treat yourself to a break from the everyday stress and go on a journey of discovery among our many charming farm shops.

Hiking trails

Discover nature on foot with our wide range of beautiful hiking trails.

Discover Tareq Taylors Sjuhärad

Taste journey in Tareqs footsteps. When well-known TV chef, Tareq Taylor, visited Sjuhärad he stopped at several local food artisans and charming farm shops and met genuine entrepreneurs, cooked good food and lived in small-scale accommodation.

Here you'll find some of Tareq's best tips for Sjuhärad.

Discover Tareq Taylors Sjuhärad

What is Sjuhärad?

The seven districts have been well-known for many years for their textile industry and tradesmen. Today, the region is seething with strong entrepreneurship with world-leading research in textiles and design, while the historical cultural heritage can still be experienced.

Nature in Sjuhärad is just made for hiking and other activities. You will find open cultural landscapes together with wilderness-like forests interspersed with several lakes. Our hiking and biking trails take you to cafes, farm shops and attractions.

Get to know Sjuhärad

Discover more of Sjuhärad

How nice that you are interested in visiting our beloved Sjuhärad! Below you will find more pages where we have collected our favorites in culture and nature. You can also check out where to eat and drink, our best tips for families with children and also comfortable accommodation.

Nature and outdoors

Enjoy the surrounding nature with a peaceful stroll among the trees, paddling a canoe on still water or maybe a bike ride through the undulating forests.

Culture and cultural heritage

Pay a visit to beautiful farms and other places with a rich history, glassworks, art galleries and of course the Textile Center.

10 adventures for families

In Sjuhärad, a world full of adventure and joy awaits both young and old. Check out our best tips!

Current events

Do you want to know what is happening in Sjuhärad today? In our event calendar, you will find concerts, exhibitions, sports events, etc.

Grab a coffee around Sjuhärad

Coffee is something that we all love, here we have listed some of our favorite cafes in Sjuhärad.

Staying the night in Sjuhärad

In Sjuhärad you are always close to nature, regardless of whether you prefer a luxurious hotel, a charming bed & breakfast or a secluded cabin in the forest.

What do you want to do today?

Go on a second-hand tour, ride a railway trolley bike, go to a museum, climb a tree-top course or something else? Here you will find everything to see and do.