This calm coastal town on Sweden's west coast sits between two bays, with sandy beaches and pine forests nearby. Its historic center has narrow lanes lined with traditional wooden houses.
Ängelholm, a coastal town in southern Sweden's Skåne region, welcomes visitors with its 6-kilometer sandy beach along Skälderviken Bay. Walk through Sofia Nilsson's clay cuckoo workshop, taste locally-made ice cream at Engelholms Glass, or explore vintage trains at the Railway Museum. This town of 42,000 people draws windsurfers to its waters and hockey fans to watch Rögle BK's championship games.
Getting to Ängelholm
You can reach Ängelholm through its own airport (AGH), which serves domestic Swedish routes. The train station connects to major cities like Stockholm, Malmö, and Copenhagen. By car, the town is accessible via the E6 motorway, with Malmö just an hour's drive away.
Swimming and Surfing at Skälderviken
Walk along the 6-kilometer sandy beach where water stays shallow for about 50 meters from shore. Children can safely play in the calm morning waters, while afternoons bring stronger winds that attract windsurfers and sailors. You'll find several beachfront cafes and rest areas connected by wooden boardwalks. Swimming is most popular in July and August when water temperatures reach 20°C (68°F).
Clay Cuckoos and Local Ice Cream
Visit Sofia Nilsson's workshop where she creates clay cuckoos - traditional ocarinas unique to Ängelholm. Watch the entire production process from clay mixing to final glazing. At Engelholms Glass, you can see ice cream production in action and try their signature flavors like cloudberry, Swedish vanilla, and sea-buckthorn. The factory produces 1.2 million liters annually, with most ice cream sold from beach stands during summer.
Sports and Games
Experience Swedish hockey at its best when Rögle BK plays home games from September to March. The team, fresh from their 2022 Champions Hockey League victory, plays at Catena Arena. From October to April, catch Engelholms VS volleyball matches - the eight-time national champions compete in Sweden's top division.
Railway and Aviation History
Step inside restored train cars from the 1900s at the Railway Museum, open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00-16:00. Try the train simulator or learn about Sweden's railroad development through interactive displays. The Aviation Museum, located in the former F11 wing base, displays military aircraft including a JAS 39A Gripen fighter jet. Learn about the base's operations from 1945 to 2002 through photographs and pilot equipment.
Koenigsegg Factory
While the Koenigsegg supercar factory doesn't allow public tours, you might spot their latest models during test drives on the former airbase runway on weekdays between 9:00-17:00. The best viewing spot is from the public road near the old control tower.
