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Helmets on, hold onto your hat and look up. 299 metres up to be exact.
On Billingen, the mountain literally at the heart of the city, you’ll find mountain-biking trails, pump tracks, high rope courses, running tracks and hiking trails. When winter comes and the temperature drops, we up the tempo a little. Billingen is an official Vasaloppet centre, with over 35 kilometres of cross-country trails worthy of elite skiers.
Mountain – check! What else does Skövde have to offer? Well, if there were a competition for the number of nature reserves, we’d definitely be on the podium. There’s a host of different nature areas, offering magical forests, open pastures, mountain landscapes and entrancing views.
Where to find the best restaurants? HHow do I get to Billingen by public transport? What excursion destinations are nearby?
Welcome House Skövde (formerly Skövde Tourist Center) is the meeting place where visitors and Skövde residents can get tips on activities, shopping, attractions, nature experiences, accommodation and restaurants. Here you will of course also find souvenirs, books and maps as well as tickets to various events. We are here to guide you to the best experience in Skövde.
For youngsters (and the young at heart), there’s the Skogsmulle Kingdom, Billingen Bikepark, play areas, mini-golf and Billingebadet (swimming pool) – with fantastic views over Skövde.
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Did you know that Skövde is one of the country’s biggest film and theatre centre’s outside of our major cities? The city offers you at least one cultural event every day, 365 days of the year.
Enjoy!
Love golf? Perfect, Skövde actually has three really great golf courses to choose from, with several other fine courses to visit in the surrounding area. And don’t be surprised if you meet elite players out on the course. They often play here.
In the city center there are charming shops, large shopping centers and many restaurants and cafes. For those who want to experience Skövde by night, there are of course bars and nightclubs.
Enjoy!
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