Sandvikarna, Vålön
Skymningen, The Archipelago
In Kristinehamn, we have many fantastic beaches just waiting to be explored. You can cool off in the lakes Vänern, Skagern, and Vismen – each with its own unique environment and great swimming experiences. Why not take a dip and enjoy the summer?
Below, we have gathered information about both the beaches managed by the municipality and other popular places in Kristinehamn. Here you can also see the current water temperatures for several of our swimming spots, so you know exactly how refreshing the water is before you dive in.
To ensure our swimming spots maintain high standards, they are carefully managed by the municipality. During the summer, the water quality at municipal swimming spots is regularly checked to ensure it is clean and safe.
So pack your swimwear, gather friends and family, and discover the wonderful beaches in Kristinehamn. The water is waiting for you!
Tips on beaches in Kristinehamn
Skymningen
Enjoy the sandy beach and pier at Lake Vänern for a refreshing swim. There are changing rooms, a playground, and a summer café near Kristinehamn Herrgårdscamping. Dogs are welcome but not allowed to swim. Bus line 3 takes you to the city center and the Picasso sculpture.
Jutviken
Enjoy the shallow sandy beach at Lake Vänern, just 5 km from the city center. With views of Lake Vänern’s horizon, Europe’s third-largest lake, you can relax in a beautiful setting. Outhouses are available. Dogs are welcome on the premises but are not allowed to swim.
Gräsviksbadet – Vismen
Experience the sandy beach at Lake Vismen in Björneborg, just 10 kilometers south of Kristinehamn’s center. At Gräsviksbadet, you can enjoy the sandy beach, jump into the water from the bathing pier, or use the barbecue area for a cozy picnic. For your convenience, both dry toilets and seasonal toilets are available.
Gottbolsbadet – Skagern
The travel magazine Allt om resor has named Lake Skagern as one of Sweden’s fifteen best bathing lakes. At Gottbolsbadet in Rudskoga, forty kilometers south of Kristinehamn’s center, you’ll find a shallow and popular beach. Here, you can enjoy a 400-meter-wide sandy beach, jump into the water from the bathing pier, and let children play on the playground. For your convenience, there are barbecue areas, outdoor toilets, and seasonal toilets available. Dogs are welcome on the premises but are not allowed to swim.
Sandvikarnas badplats – Vålön
One of the Lake Vänern archipelago’s finest shallow sandy beaches, perfect for families with children. Here you’ll find a playground, outdoor toilets, changing rooms, a freshwater well, and barbecue areas. Vålön is connected to Kalvön and Sibberön via bridges and a 4 km hiking trail. Dogs are welcome on the premises but are not allowed to swim here; they can swim in other parts of the island. During summer, you can reach Vålön by the boat Stöten from Vålösundsbryggan.
Bengtsgårdsbadet
Experience a small yet charming Lake Vänern beach with a large grassy area at Bengtsgård, 30 kilometers south of Kristinehamn’s center. Here, you’ll find a sandy beach, bathing pier, and playground, perfect for a relaxing day by the water. Please note that the bottom is rocky for the first ten meters (water shoes recommended), but then transitions to sandy bottom. Outdoor toilets are also available.
Revsandsbadet
Experience a shallow sandy beach at Lake Vänern, near Revsands family campsite, 12 km south of Kristinehamn. Here, you can enjoy the evening sun and a relaxed atmosphere. The sandy beach provides a perfect spot for relaxation and play, with a playground featuring a jumping pillow and toilet facilities.
Hults badplats
Experience a shallow sandy beach at Lake Vänern, near Revsands Camping approximately 14 km south of Kristinehamn. Enjoy the evening sun and a variety of activities including playgrounds, bathing piers, beach volleyball, barbecue areas, and the charming SMU summer home café. Dogs are welcome on the premises but are not allowed to swim.
There are more beaches to discover in Kristinehamn, but it’s important to note that not all of them are regularly maintained, which can affect water quality and facilities. Here are some examples of other beaches in the area:
- Värnanäs – A beach at a rest area 🪑. It’s also a good place to bring your dog for a swim 🐕.
- Vänern – With its many bays and beaches, Vänern offers several swimming opportunities, even though not all are official swimming spots.
- Kalvön – A beach next to a barbecue area 🔥, shelter ☂️, boat dock 🚣, and dry toilet 🚽. On the nearby island Sibberön, there is also an overnight cabin.
- Marieberg in Varnumsviken – Located next to the art museum and Panncentralen.
- Kungens rastplats – A bit south of the town. There is a barbecue area nearby 🔥.
Explore these places and discover Kristinehamn’s hidden gems, but always remember to consider safety and the environment. For more tips and details, please visit Naturkartan.
🐕 For you with a dog
For you who want to bathe with your four-legged friend, there are several dog-friendly beaches in Kristinehamn. However, it’s important to keep dogs on a leash, especially in nature reserves and other protected areas. Here you can find more information about dog-friendly beaches in Kristinehamn.
Remember to always clean up after your dog and be considerate of other guests.