Kristinehamn

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Weekend in Kristinehamn

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Ölme Prästgård

Weekend i Kristinehamn

Welcome to Kristinehamn in Värmland with memorable cultural experiences and magnificent views of Lake Vänern. Enhance your visit with art, history, and shopping. Enjoy a break from everyday life.

Day 1

Time for enjoyment

Welcome to Kristinehamn, the city Picasso chose. For a little extra luxury and relaxation, check in 10 km from the city center at Ölme Prästgård Gästgiveri. Here you stay at a sustainable guesthouse dating back to the 18th century. You will sleep well in unique hotel rooms and can look forward to a culinary experience. If you’d rather stay in the city center, you can book one of the exclusive rooms at Sockerslottet, located about five minutes from the train station. Sockerslottet is a unique boutique hotel in a former church with a central location. They focus on quality and comfort, ensuring you can relax and simply enjoy your stay. Or choose Hotell Bro, a central hotel from 2023 offering spacious rooms of at least 35 sqm with a kitchenette. Of course, there are many more wonderful accommodation options in Kristinehamn, see below.

Accommodation in Kristinehamn

See more accommodation options in Kristinehamn

Start your weekend with a delicious dinner

After you’ve checked in and hunger starts creeping in, it’s time for dinner. If you’re staying at Ölme Prästgård, you won’t have to go far, tonight’s dinner is in the house. The restaurant serves seasonal dishes from the local Nordic cuisine. If you’re looking to treat yourself, the tasting menu is highly recommended.

In central Kristinehamn, you can choose from several nice restaurants. What are you in the mood for? Enjoy Italian at Parma Cucina Italiana or Oliveriet, American at Steakhouse 1895, or Japanese at Akira Sushi.

Culinary experience from the local Nordic cuisine at Ölme Prästgård

Nearby the art museum you will find Panncentralen, an authentic Italian restaurant pizzeria.

Oliveriet is an authentic Italian restaurant, pizzeria, and deli.

Day 2

Art, History, and a Visit to the Archipelago

Good morning, enjoy a delicious breakfast before you get ready for a full day of exploration. Here in Kristinehamn, there are activities for every taste, allowing you to tailor your day as you like. Here are a few suggestions:

  • Art Exhibition Höstsalongen showcases art from various artists in the Värmland Art Association at Kristinehamn’s Art Museum from October 5th to November 24th.
  • The Permanent Exhibition is also displayed at Gallery Kvadraten at Kristinehamn’s Art Museum. Discover intriguing works from Kristinehamn’s artists and former scholarship recipients with roots in Värmland and Kristinehamn.
  • Panncentralen Italienskt Möte This italian restaurant is located in the same building as Kristinehamn’s Art Museum. You can have lunch/dinner here, and the view over Varnumsviken is delightful.
  • Järnleden, a certified Hiking Värmland trail, is located just outside the Art Museum, perfect for a walk along the water.
  • Östervik Chapel – a fascinating site near Varnumsviken. Walk the hiking trail Järnleden or cycle the biking trail Vänerleden (same route) to the chapel.

Kristinehamn’s Art Museum

The Permanent Exhibition at Gallery Kvadraten

The Picasso Sculpture and the Vänern Archipelago

When visiting Kristinehamn, it is a must to explore the archipelago and the Picasso Area. This is Kristinehamn’s most visited area and well worth a visit year-round. Don’t miss the sign exhibition that tells the incredible story of how the sculpture came to Kristinehamn instead of New York. Gaze out over the horizon, rent a boat or kayak, hike on the islands, or enjoy a meal in the archipelago. The possibilities are endless.

Your Guide to the Kristinehamn Archipelago

Take a walk along the promenade towards Picasso Point

The Picasso Sculpture by the shores of Lake Vänern

City Walk in 18th Century Kristinehamn

Kristinehamn is a charming small town with a fascinating history and many well-preserved wooden houses.

  • Guided City Walk – Join Regina Nordenfeldt on a historical city walk in english (pre-booking required) and learn why Kristinehamn was as important to the world economy in the 18th and 19th centuries as Wall Street in New York is today.
  • Stroll around the old parts of Kristinehamn – Discover Kristinehamn’s history and old buildings on your own.
  • Kristinehamn Historical Museum – The museum is housed in the former stables of Wahlundsgården, which have been renovated into a modern museum with plenty of charm. On the upper floor, you’ll find the permanent historical exhibition about how the town of Kristinehamn grew out of the iron industry.

Trädgårdsgatan

Book a historical city walk

Unique Shops and Flea Market Map

In Kristinehamn’s flea market map, you’ll find a wide range of flea markets, second-hand shops, and stores with unique items. Take a shopping trip before tonight’s dinner!

To the Flea Market Map

Second hand at Kaffestugan

Potter Ann-Britt Schmützer at Krukmakeri Hemjord

Day 3

We hope you had a good sleep after yesterday’s experiences. Take the opportunity to enjoy a delicious breakfast and savor a bit more before it’s time to head home. We hope you’ve had a wonderful stay in Kristinehamn, Värmland, and that it left you wanting more. If you’re looking for a bit more adventure, see below:

Your Guide to Nature and Adventure in Kristinehamn
Discover More of Kristinehamn

Welcome for a weekend in Kristinehamn by Lake Vänern

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