Cultural Historical Environment at Alsters Herrgård

At Alsters Herrgård, poet and writer Gustaf Fröding was born. Learn more about Fröding with knowledgeable guides during the daily guided tours. There are exhibitions, shops, an art gallery, and a café offering both food and homemade treats. In the scenic manor park with a view of Vänern, you’ll find a play forest, a barbecue area, and nature trails. Close to the manor, there are also hiking trails, a beach, and a bird tower.

Lars Lerin’s Sandgrund – Magnificent Watercolors and Guest Exhibitors

Don’t miss a visit to one of the Nordic region’s leading watercolorists and Sweden’s beloved artist – Lars Lerin. In the art gallery, you can see his magnificent paintings along with various guest exhibitors. There is also a café and a museum shop where you can buy posters, postcards, and other items available exclusively here.

Rackstadmuseet – Swedish Art History and Interesting Contemporary Art

Experience the genuine cultural environment at Rackstadmuseet in Arvika. A unique part of Swedish art history and interesting contemporary art is displayed in a beautiful historical setting. Rackstadmuseet connects the area’s art history and crafts with contemporary art and crafts, locally, nationally, and internationally. Oppstuhage was the famous sculptor Christian Eriksson’s home and studio and is now open to visitors. There is also Café Elis for those who want a coffee in the beautiful park, guided tours, music programs, lectures, and a museum shop with Värmland design crafts.

Klässbols Linneväveri – Scandinavia’s Only Damask Linen Weaving Mill

Klässbols Linneväveri was founded in 1920 and is Scandinavia’s only damask linen weaving mill. The mill is now run by the fourth generation. Tablecloths and napkins are woven both by hand and machine and are delivered to the royal court, Swedish embassies around the world, and the Nobel Banquet. In the large store, there are towels, tablecloths, napkins, and curtains – even seconds. The factory is open to visitors. If you want to take a break and enjoy a coffee or a light meal during the summer, you can visit KaffeKvarnen just a stone’s throw away.

Värmlands Museum – Artworks from International and Local Artists

In the heart of Sandgrundsudden in central Karlstad, among playgrounds, piers, and beautiful walking paths, you’ll find Värmlands Museum. Here, there are exhibitions with works from both international and local artists. The museum also has a shop, a restaurant, a children’s exhibition, and much more.