The Station house
Ulricehamn

Inspired by Trolleholm Castle

Architect Axel Petersson, was said to have been inspired by Trolleholm Castle outside Lund in southern Sweden. At first glance, the towers appear to be identical, but they are in fact completely different in shape – one is angular, the other round – although the windows in the towers are the same. The small bus shelter beside the station building is consistent in style, although from a later date.

The final passanger train 1988

During the latter part of the 20th century, Ulricehamn gained in importance due to its central location along the busy R40 road. The road eventually took over from the railway and on June 10, 1988 the final passenger train departed for Sjötofta. Ulricehamn has been without a railway link ever since.

The former track area along Lake Åsunden was subsequently transformed into a recreation area. Complete with paved pedestrian and cycle paths, it is highly popular among local residents and the many visitors to the town. The most obvious relics of Ulricehamn's railway history are the former station building, the hydrant once used for filling the steam engines and the old turntable pit down by the lake.

Cultural Heritage Building

Buildings listed as cultural buildings, have strong protection by the cultural heritage law, as declared by the local government.

Ulricehamn has five historic buildings: Källebacka Mansion, Vinsarp Stone House, Bäckagården, the Old Water Plant and the Station Building.

The Tourist Information 

The station building has had different uses over the years, including a travel agency, a waiting room and a museum. The building is now owned by Weland Stål AB and houses apartments, a taxi company, the Ulricehamn Tourist Office and the municipal business development company Näringslivsbolaget Ulricehamn AB.