Biketour through Astrid Lindgren’s Smaland

On the traces of Pippi Longstocking

Itinerary

Route

No prior experience necessary, but a certain level of physical fitness is recommended.

Individual arrival in dreamy Smaland. The starting point for your trip is the Ullinge Hotel, near Eksjö. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing evening, try out the sauna, and get in the mood for the upcoming days of cycling.

From Ullinge, you will travel to Eksjö in the morning, a charming wooden town with houses dating back to the 17th century. Continuing along the Astrid Lindgren Trail, which winds its way through picturesque Smaland, you will arrive at Mariannelund, your destination for the day.

In Mariannelund, you can visit Filmbyn Småland, where Astrid Lindgren’s films are brought to life. If you want to delve even deeper, you can book a guided bike tour—an adventure trip where you visit locations from the film adaptations of Astrid Lindgren’s stories. Today ends in Vimmerby, where you will spend the next two nights.

Today, you can choose between a culturally rich day of rest dedicated to Astrid Lindgren (visit her birthplace, Astrid Lindgren Näs, or Astrid Lindgren World) or go on a bike tour to famous places from her fairy tale world. Katthult, Bullerbü, and Lönneberga are familiar to everyone...

Today’s stage takes you through the hilly Smaland region to the idyllically located Trakt Forest Hotel. Along the way, there are a few opportunities to stop for a swim in some of Smaland’s most beautiful lakes. This unique hotel in the heart of the Smaland forest combines tradition with modern architecture and a love of nature. The perfect way to end your bike tour.

This day is yours to spend as you wish. After a hearty breakfast, you can go on a short bike ride, take a leisurely walk in the woods surrounding the hotel, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the farm. There is also the option to book other activities, or you can just sit back and enjoy the tranquility of the place.

The last day of the bike tour offers another dose of Småland nature: forests, open meadows, and lakes. The tour takes you via Vetlanda and small roads to Björköby, where you can take a break at the small zoo and café. Back in Ullinge, a well-deserved sauna awaits you, and perhaps a last swim in the lake before dinner. A perfect end to a week full of nature, culture, and fabulous experiences.

Individual departure, transfers, or extension

Services

  • 7 nights in selected hotels and guesthouses

  • Daily breakfast, packed lunch, and 2-course dinner

  • Luggage transport

  • Digital maps and information material (additional charge of €20 for printed material)

Our tip: Get your eSIM for a low-priced holiday-data package here

Dates & Prices

Dates

Merkmale

Season / Period
Type
  02.04. - 27.09.26

Extras

Discounts and surcharges
3rd person in dbl with 2 full paying persons on request
 
Bikes & Equipment
18-speed bike 255
E-bike 365
   
Extras
Ullinge extra night (dbl/sgl) 86/114
Guided bike tour in Mariannelund 73
Transfer Gothenburg (both directions bookable, price per direction for up to 4 people) 365

Best - Price - Guarantee

If you would verifiably receive better conditions and/or prices from another tour operator at the time of booking we guarantee at least the same conditions PLUS 1 handlebar bag for FREE!

All prices per person in EUR

Accommodation

Hotel samples

You will stay in carefully selected typical swedish hotels and inns.

Ullinge: Hotel Ullinge
Mariannelund: Pensionat Solhöjden
Vimmerby: Björkbackens Karaktärshotel
Trakt Forest: Trakt Forest Hotel


Note: Please be informed that these are hotel samples and therefore subject to alteration! Find Your final hotel bookings at Your hotel list after/at booking.

Bicycle

Bikes and equipment

The following bicycles are available:

  • Hybrid bikes in women’s and men’s models, different sizes
  • E-bikes with low step-through frames

The bicycles are fully equipped with mudguards, luggage racks, lights, etc. Helmets and locks are always included!


Own bikes

You are welcome to bring your own bike. It is specially tailored to your needs, and we understand that you want to have it with you on your bike tour. Don’t forget to bring a tool bag with the necessary keys and a spare inner tube, as well as a lock. Check the bike for proper functioning before departure.

Useful

Arrival - Parking - Departure

Arrival by plane

Airports: Göteborg (GOT)
Further travel by train, bus and taxi to Eksjö and Ullinge, or book our transfer


Transfer

The train and bus journey from Gothenburg to Ullinge can take a long time and can be complicated (changing trains, timetables, duration). We recommend booking a transfer. See prices in price list. (Bookable in both directions for up to 4 guests)

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