Skaneleden SL 4 / Osterlenleden
Skaneleden SL 4 / Osterlenleden
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Stellan D
Bromma, İsveç560 katkı
Eki 2021
Around here this part of the Skåne trail runns along the costline with it small hills and beaches. The complete Skåne trail is about 1000 km and runs through very different types of landskap
Yazıldığı tarih: 4 Ekim 2021
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Anders J
9 katkı
Tem 2019
Spran sträckan Haväng Brösarp som är ca 6km. Mycket vackert med böljande kullar och verkån med mer växtlighet. Sprang den gula leden tillbaka som går lite högre upp genom ko och hästhagar. Underbart att både springa och vandra där.
Yazıldığı tarih: 17 Temmuz 2019
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MarveW
Sollentuna, İsveç127 katkı
Ağu 2018 • Yalnız
Leden runt Österlen är till största delen lättillgänglig för alla. Kräver planering men väl värt att gå. Passar både för dagsvandringar och länge vandringar.
Yazıldığı tarih: 27 Ağustos 2018
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Göran J
Sjobo, İsveç83 katkı
Ağu 2018 • Aile
Mycket sand bitvis men landskapet på porten till Österlen är helt betagande. Ett litet avsteg från stranden är vägen förbi Kabusa skjutfält. Dock kan man gå över skjutfältet när det inte är övning.
Yazıldığı tarih: 23 Ağustos 2018
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Isepise
Stockholm, İsveç1.629 katkı
Haz 2018 • Aile
Österlenleden is a really stunning hiking trail - with spectacularly beautiful nature, picturesque seaside villages and grazing cows around every corner!
Österlenleden (SL4) is a part of Skåneleden and it is clearly marked by orange dots.
Österlenleden starts in Hallamölla (ten kilometres southwest of Brösarp) and ends in the city of Ystad.
I have walked the whole Österlenleden and I absolutely think that the landscape on Österlenleden is one of the most beautiful in Sweden!
If you walk the whole Österlenleden you will see large forests (mostly oak and beech, but on some places pine), beaches with white sand, picturesque, small seaside villages, hills rising high over the ocean, small rivers, cows grazing in the lovely pastures and meadows - and you will see historical places, for example Ales Stenar.
Note that you cannot bike on Österlenleden. Nor can you walk with strollers or wheelchairs on Österlenleden. On some places the path is uneven, you have to walk on steep hills or ascents and therefore Österlenleden is not so suitable for elderly people. In many pastures cows are grazing and therefore it is not so good to bring your dog, since - according to signs - the cows can be aggressive if you bring your dog.
No parts of Österlenleden are suitable or made for disabled people.
If you start at Hallamölla and continue toward Brösarp and Haväng you will walk in a stunning, marvellously beautiful beech forest (you can barely see the sky because of the thick treetops) from Hallamölla to Torparebron (you do not pass the village of Brösarp), you have the small stream (Verkaån) close to you all the way from Hallamölla to Haväng, where Verkaån beautifully flows out in the Baltic Sea.
The beech forest between Hallamölla and Torparebron is one of the most stunning parts of Österlenleden. The beech forest ends some kilometres before Torparebron and then you walk on hills, it almost looks like it is in the foothills of the Alps.
After Torparebron you walk in wonderful meadows and pastures with grazing cows and horses - but also in small forests. All is close to Verkaån.
The landscape between Hallamölla and Haväng is not so very challenging and Österlenleden is clearly marked with orange dots on trees. The paths are uneven, on one place in the beech forest the path had fallen down in Verkaån and I had to climb and there is one steep ascent between Torparebron and Haväng.
But overall the paths are in excellent shape, however you cannot walk with wheelchairs and strollers - and perhaps not with elderly people between Hallamölla and Haväng (and not on the other parts of Österlenleden, as well).
If you continue south towards Kivik you walk on meadows with small flowers, close to the beach and on some places you walk on sand.
Some kilometres before Kivik you will pass the small and charming fishing village of Vitemölla with white houses and many beautiful flowers. However there are no stores or shops in Vitemölla, but it is nice to take a break in the small harbour.
Kivik is a small town with supermarkets and fish restaurants in the harbour.
Kiviks Musteri is located south of Kivik (but it lies on Österlenleden) and I can recommend you to visit it. Kiviks Musteri is a place where much cider and juice are made - all from apples, there is also a restaurant, café, shop and apple orchards that you can walk in. Before Kiviks Musteri, Kiviksgraven is located. Kiviksgraven is a large tomb and it is a good place to visit if you are interested in history (cheap entrance fee to Kiviksgraven).
The landscape is not challenging, the path is mostly good, however it is sandy on some places, and then you might get sand in your shoes, which I think is awful.
Some kilometres south of Kivik, Stenhuvud national park is located. In Stenshuvud there is nice nature, however if you compare to other parts of Österlenleden Stenshuvud is not outstanding, Stenhuvud does not highlight itself as an extraordinary spectacular place. But do take a short detour (clearly marked) up to the top of Stenshuvud, and get an excellent view
South of Stenshuvud you will (according to the orange dots) walk up to the large road, which is not only both boring, it is much longer, as well.
If you continue by the sea it is much, much more beautiful and the distance will be shorter. If you walk from Stenshuvud to Vik along the beach (which I highly recommend), instead of on the road (9) you walk on a beautiful beach the whole time (perfect for swimming), with the turquoise water on one side and the thick forest and hills on the other. It is a particular stunning landscape and on some places it actually looks like the Caribbean.
Between Vik and Baskemölla you walk on the beach with many large rosebushes and old fortifications from World War II (some of these you can go into, an exciting experience).
Both Vik and Baskemölla are small fishing villages with many old fishing boats in the small harbours. In both villages there are winding streets with large bushes with roses clinging on old, small white houses. There is no supermarket in any of those villages, however it is nice to take a break or a snack in the harbour in Vik or Baskemölla.
The landscape is not so challenging, it is rather moderate, however since you walk on a beach you might get nasty sand in your shoes, so watch out if you do not like to get sand in your shoes. But the nature is still stunning.
Now to the most boring part of Skåneleden: the part between Baskemölla and Brantevik. From Baskemölla to Simrishamn you first walk on meadows close to the ocean, which is nice however the meadows are sandy and the large road is close by and you can both see and hear the cars. Now you will come to Tobisvik, an uncharming camping with a large, grey parking that you have to walk on. In Tobisvik there is a bath for dogs and a small shop where you can buy ice cream. From Tobisvik to Simrishamn you walk on a bicycle path.
In the small city Simrishamn there are several restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacy, hospital, tourist information, bus- and train station and a harbour. Trains from Ystad and Malmö stops in Simrishamn, along with buses from Kristianstad, Kivik, Brösarp and other places on Österlen.
I would recommend you to shop what you need in Simrishamn, and to take a small walk to see the old church and the quaint old town.
From Simrishamn you continue south towards Brantevik - first on a road, but soon you walk on Simris Strandängar ("the meadows by the beach of Simris"). Simris Strandängar are nice, but there a many places on Österlenleden with much more beautiful nature. The landscape from Baskemölla to Brantevik is very easy, not challenging at all, not even moderate. However it is sandy south of Baskemölla. Before Simris Strandängar the path passes the rock-carvings (Petroglyphs) of Simrislund from the Bronze Age. Clearly signposted, no entrance and a must if you passes by. There is also a toilet close to the site.
Brantevik is, however, a stunningly cute village. With two small harbours, small and colourful houses in tiny alleys - Brantevik is one of the most peaceful and genuine places along Österlenleden. There are no supermarkets in Brantevik, however in the summer there are several open cafés.
Now to the most marvellously beautiful part of Österlenleden: the part between Brantevik and Skillinge. PLEASE NOTE that you really should walk along the sea between Brantevik and Skillinge - and NOT follow the orange signs, if you do you will have to walk on asphalt just meters from a large and rather trafficked road. However if you still choose to walk along the big, boring road I recommend you to walk down to Gislövshammar (one kilometre extra) and see the breathtakingly beautiful landscape there.
The landscape along the water is extremely varied: if you come from Brantevik you first walk in meadows with trees surrounding it and after some kilometres you come to a rocky beach. Then the meadows continue and then you walk on black, volcano sand. Now you are getting close to Gislövshammar, the most picturesque village I have ever seen. Gislövshammar is a really small village, with only about 20 houses, all located close to water. In Gislövshammar there are some benches that you can rest on, there is also a beach and great views over the sea. On the head of Gislövshammar cows are frequently grazing during the summer.
Now you walk in meadows and in small forests - and on one place in a tunnel of trees (spectacular). When you are about to reach Skillinge you walk with prodigious fields with wheat, corn and other crops on one side and the glittering ocean on the other.
The landscape from Brantevik to Skillinge is moderate and rather easy to walk in: the path is clear and not so uneven, (it is on some places) however on some places you have to walk in sand and climb over stones.
Skillinge is also a lovely village: very rural and seaside, with a rather large and still active harbour, with old fishing boats coming with newly catched fish. The small and winding alleys of Skillinge with all the old and idyllic houses with roses clinging on them are also spectacular and really something to see.
In Skillinge there is one supermarket (open Monday-Friday 09-18, Saturdays 09-14, closed Sundays. End of June-August open all days 09-19). In the summer there are several cafés in Skillinge. The pizza restaurant Bistro Verandan is open some days every week - the whole year. Skillinge is, by far, the most beautiful village along Österlenleden.
After Skillinge you continue toward Borrby strandbad and Sandhammaren.
From Skillinge to Spraggehusen you walk on a gravel path and a small gravel road with charming houses and meadows with cows on one side and the stunning ocean on the other. There are plenty of benches and docks for those who want to rest.
During World War II one bomber of the Allies crashed halfway between Skillinge and Spraggehusen and the propeller from that aircraft (and a sign) are for everyone to see two kilometres north of Spraggehusen. The part of Österlenleden that goes from Skillinge and Spraggehusen is one of the most beautiful.
After Spraggehusen you continue along the beach until you reach Sandhammaren. There is about nine kilometres that you walk on the beach, the beach is indeed nice, but no so spectacular and after some kilometres I got tired of it. And if it gets windy on the beach, it is nasty since you get sand in your face.
However it is rarely crowded and if you want to swim and bath in peace it is perfect.
In Sandhammaren there is a lighthouse, which is nice to see and it is great architecture. Some days in the summer you can go up to the top of the lighthouse, for a small entrance fee.
After Sandhammaren continue toward Löderups strandbad and you walk in the nature reserve of Hagestad, in a stunning oak forest. The oak forest is one of the prettiest parts of Österlenleden - excellently beautiful. High and low oaks grow on both sides of the path and it is really stunning. On one side of the path hills are stretching towards the sky and from the other you hear the sounds of the sea.
When you are about to reach Löderups strandbad you walk in meadows with cows.
The landscape on the part of Österlenleden between Sandhammaren and Löderups strandbad is rather challenging with some ascents, sandy path and you have to climb over some fences.
In Löderups strandbad there is a camping, a miniature golf course and some ice cream shops, but no supermarkets. From Löderups strandbad you now continue to Kåseberga and then Kabusa. However the kilometres from Löderups strandbad to Kåseberga is really, really nasty: you first walk on a small road of asphalt (which is okay), then you walk on nasty sand, close to the ocean, so it is almost always really windy.
I did not like walking Löderups strandbad to Kåseberga.
One TIP: if you are starting your hike in Ystad and are walking toward Löderups strandbad: when you have passed Kåseberga village and went up a steep hill, do not follow the orange signs and go down a stair, if you do you will have to walk several kilometres on disgusting sand. Instead of going down the stair, continue up on the hill, and walk as long as you can on the edge of the hill. And sooner, or later you will arrive to Löderups strandbad.
Kåseberga is a small village with smokehouses for fish in the harbour, restaurants selling fish dishes, ice cream and souvenir-shops. Kåseberga village is rather small and with some small and cute houses. There are no supermarkets in Kåseberga.
The famous Ales Stenar are located above Kåseberga. Ales Stenar are sometimes called "the small Stonehenge". The view from Ales Stenar (and Hammars backar) is simply spectacular.
Continue walking from Ales Stenar to Kabusa on Hammars Backar. Hammars backar is really stunningly beautiful: you have an excellent view over the crashing waves in the ocean, the fields where the farmers grow crops and where the cows are grazing.
Hammars Backar is - in my opinion - one of the most beautiful parts of Österlenleden.
Hammars Backar are rather challenging to walk on with some steep ascents and if you walk in the head-wind if will soon get really tough, since it is always very windy at Hammars Backar, so make sure to bring a jacket.
And where Hammars Backar ends Kabusa is located and there ends Österlenleden (in reality Österlenleden ends in Ystad, however the exciting and good landscape ends in Kabusa and you can take the bus from Kabusa to Ystad, so in my opinion the real Österlenleden ends in Kabusa).
I would recommend you to start your Österlenleden-hike in Hallamölla and end in Kabusa. Trains and several buslines stops in Ystad and from Ystad you can take SkåneExpressen 4 from Ystad to Eljaröd Väg 19 Nyhem and then walk about one kilometre to Hallmölla.
From Kabusa you easily take line 322 (goes only during the summer) from Kabusa to Ystad. Or you can walk a little bit further and take line 570 from Kabusakorset to Ystad, line 570 goes all the year round and more often than line 322.
However there are also several bus lines in Brösarp, Kivik, Skillinge and - of course - Simrishamn, where there are also trains (to Ystad and Malmö).
Skånetrafiken also has an app where you can plan your journey.
In Simrishamn you have supermarkets, pharmacy, hospital, restaurants and stores - which you also have in Ystad.
There are not so many supermarkets along Österlenleden. In Brösarp, Kivik, Simrishamn, Skillinge and Ystad there are supermarkets. However note that some may not be open on Sundays during the autumn and winter.
There are Bed & Breakfasts on several places along Österlenleden, but some may only be open during the summer, but some are open all-year-round.
See Skåneledens homepage (and search for Österlenleden) to see where there are a Bed & Breakfast, supermarket, restaurant, windshield, hydrant or tourist information.
If you are going to hike you should have good and comfortable equipment: good and comfortable walking shoes, do not forget water and a jacket or sweater (even if you are going to hike in the summer it will be windy between Kåseberga and Kabusa and on the other places along the sea it is almost always windy).
And do not forget sun-screen (if you are hiking in the summer) and plaster for your feet and heels.
If you are scared of cows or horses, I cannot recommend some parts of Österlenleden, since there are cows in most pastures and horses on some places. There are always cows (and/or horses) between Kåseberga and Kabusa, north of Gislövshammar, south of Brantevik, south of Simrishamn and between Torparebron and Haväng.
To sum it up:
Skåneleden begins in Hallamölla and ends in Ystad and if you walk the whole you will see stunning beech- and oak forests, lovely seaside views, small picturesque villages and a marvellously nice paths, meadows and an overall very, very spectacular landscape! Österlenleden is the most beautiful hiking trail in Sweden.
The most beautiful parts of Österlenleden (according to me):
Hallamölla - Haväng, Brantevik-Spraggehusen, Kåseberga-Kabusa.
The most boring parts of Österlenleden (according to me):
Baskemölla-Brantevik, Löderups strandbad-Kåseberga.
The most challenging part of Österlenleden: Kåseberga-Kabusa.
The other parts are easy or moderate. You cannot bike, walk with strollers or wheelchairs on Österlenleden, some parts are not suitable for elderly people.
I would really highly recommend you to hike the whole Österlenleden: it is absolutely stunning and you will not regret it! The landscape along Österlenleden is a true marvel!
Österlenleden (SL4) is a part of Skåneleden and it is clearly marked by orange dots.
Österlenleden starts in Hallamölla (ten kilometres southwest of Brösarp) and ends in the city of Ystad.
I have walked the whole Österlenleden and I absolutely think that the landscape on Österlenleden is one of the most beautiful in Sweden!
If you walk the whole Österlenleden you will see large forests (mostly oak and beech, but on some places pine), beaches with white sand, picturesque, small seaside villages, hills rising high over the ocean, small rivers, cows grazing in the lovely pastures and meadows - and you will see historical places, for example Ales Stenar.
Note that you cannot bike on Österlenleden. Nor can you walk with strollers or wheelchairs on Österlenleden. On some places the path is uneven, you have to walk on steep hills or ascents and therefore Österlenleden is not so suitable for elderly people. In many pastures cows are grazing and therefore it is not so good to bring your dog, since - according to signs - the cows can be aggressive if you bring your dog.
No parts of Österlenleden are suitable or made for disabled people.
If you start at Hallamölla and continue toward Brösarp and Haväng you will walk in a stunning, marvellously beautiful beech forest (you can barely see the sky because of the thick treetops) from Hallamölla to Torparebron (you do not pass the village of Brösarp), you have the small stream (Verkaån) close to you all the way from Hallamölla to Haväng, where Verkaån beautifully flows out in the Baltic Sea.
The beech forest between Hallamölla and Torparebron is one of the most stunning parts of Österlenleden. The beech forest ends some kilometres before Torparebron and then you walk on hills, it almost looks like it is in the foothills of the Alps.
After Torparebron you walk in wonderful meadows and pastures with grazing cows and horses - but also in small forests. All is close to Verkaån.
The landscape between Hallamölla and Haväng is not so very challenging and Österlenleden is clearly marked with orange dots on trees. The paths are uneven, on one place in the beech forest the path had fallen down in Verkaån and I had to climb and there is one steep ascent between Torparebron and Haväng.
But overall the paths are in excellent shape, however you cannot walk with wheelchairs and strollers - and perhaps not with elderly people between Hallamölla and Haväng (and not on the other parts of Österlenleden, as well).
If you continue south towards Kivik you walk on meadows with small flowers, close to the beach and on some places you walk on sand.
Some kilometres before Kivik you will pass the small and charming fishing village of Vitemölla with white houses and many beautiful flowers. However there are no stores or shops in Vitemölla, but it is nice to take a break in the small harbour.
Kivik is a small town with supermarkets and fish restaurants in the harbour.
Kiviks Musteri is located south of Kivik (but it lies on Österlenleden) and I can recommend you to visit it. Kiviks Musteri is a place where much cider and juice are made - all from apples, there is also a restaurant, café, shop and apple orchards that you can walk in. Before Kiviks Musteri, Kiviksgraven is located. Kiviksgraven is a large tomb and it is a good place to visit if you are interested in history (cheap entrance fee to Kiviksgraven).
The landscape is not challenging, the path is mostly good, however it is sandy on some places, and then you might get sand in your shoes, which I think is awful.
Some kilometres south of Kivik, Stenhuvud national park is located. In Stenshuvud there is nice nature, however if you compare to other parts of Österlenleden Stenshuvud is not outstanding, Stenhuvud does not highlight itself as an extraordinary spectacular place. But do take a short detour (clearly marked) up to the top of Stenshuvud, and get an excellent view
South of Stenshuvud you will (according to the orange dots) walk up to the large road, which is not only both boring, it is much longer, as well.
If you continue by the sea it is much, much more beautiful and the distance will be shorter. If you walk from Stenshuvud to Vik along the beach (which I highly recommend), instead of on the road (9) you walk on a beautiful beach the whole time (perfect for swimming), with the turquoise water on one side and the thick forest and hills on the other. It is a particular stunning landscape and on some places it actually looks like the Caribbean.
Between Vik and Baskemölla you walk on the beach with many large rosebushes and old fortifications from World War II (some of these you can go into, an exciting experience).
Both Vik and Baskemölla are small fishing villages with many old fishing boats in the small harbours. In both villages there are winding streets with large bushes with roses clinging on old, small white houses. There is no supermarket in any of those villages, however it is nice to take a break or a snack in the harbour in Vik or Baskemölla.
The landscape is not so challenging, it is rather moderate, however since you walk on a beach you might get nasty sand in your shoes, so watch out if you do not like to get sand in your shoes. But the nature is still stunning.
Now to the most boring part of Skåneleden: the part between Baskemölla and Brantevik. From Baskemölla to Simrishamn you first walk on meadows close to the ocean, which is nice however the meadows are sandy and the large road is close by and you can both see and hear the cars. Now you will come to Tobisvik, an uncharming camping with a large, grey parking that you have to walk on. In Tobisvik there is a bath for dogs and a small shop where you can buy ice cream. From Tobisvik to Simrishamn you walk on a bicycle path.
In the small city Simrishamn there are several restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacy, hospital, tourist information, bus- and train station and a harbour. Trains from Ystad and Malmö stops in Simrishamn, along with buses from Kristianstad, Kivik, Brösarp and other places on Österlen.
I would recommend you to shop what you need in Simrishamn, and to take a small walk to see the old church and the quaint old town.
From Simrishamn you continue south towards Brantevik - first on a road, but soon you walk on Simris Strandängar ("the meadows by the beach of Simris"). Simris Strandängar are nice, but there a many places on Österlenleden with much more beautiful nature. The landscape from Baskemölla to Brantevik is very easy, not challenging at all, not even moderate. However it is sandy south of Baskemölla. Before Simris Strandängar the path passes the rock-carvings (Petroglyphs) of Simrislund from the Bronze Age. Clearly signposted, no entrance and a must if you passes by. There is also a toilet close to the site.
Brantevik is, however, a stunningly cute village. With two small harbours, small and colourful houses in tiny alleys - Brantevik is one of the most peaceful and genuine places along Österlenleden. There are no supermarkets in Brantevik, however in the summer there are several open cafés.
Now to the most marvellously beautiful part of Österlenleden: the part between Brantevik and Skillinge. PLEASE NOTE that you really should walk along the sea between Brantevik and Skillinge - and NOT follow the orange signs, if you do you will have to walk on asphalt just meters from a large and rather trafficked road. However if you still choose to walk along the big, boring road I recommend you to walk down to Gislövshammar (one kilometre extra) and see the breathtakingly beautiful landscape there.
The landscape along the water is extremely varied: if you come from Brantevik you first walk in meadows with trees surrounding it and after some kilometres you come to a rocky beach. Then the meadows continue and then you walk on black, volcano sand. Now you are getting close to Gislövshammar, the most picturesque village I have ever seen. Gislövshammar is a really small village, with only about 20 houses, all located close to water. In Gislövshammar there are some benches that you can rest on, there is also a beach and great views over the sea. On the head of Gislövshammar cows are frequently grazing during the summer.
Now you walk in meadows and in small forests - and on one place in a tunnel of trees (spectacular). When you are about to reach Skillinge you walk with prodigious fields with wheat, corn and other crops on one side and the glittering ocean on the other.
The landscape from Brantevik to Skillinge is moderate and rather easy to walk in: the path is clear and not so uneven, (it is on some places) however on some places you have to walk in sand and climb over stones.
Skillinge is also a lovely village: very rural and seaside, with a rather large and still active harbour, with old fishing boats coming with newly catched fish. The small and winding alleys of Skillinge with all the old and idyllic houses with roses clinging on them are also spectacular and really something to see.
In Skillinge there is one supermarket (open Monday-Friday 09-18, Saturdays 09-14, closed Sundays. End of June-August open all days 09-19). In the summer there are several cafés in Skillinge. The pizza restaurant Bistro Verandan is open some days every week - the whole year. Skillinge is, by far, the most beautiful village along Österlenleden.
After Skillinge you continue toward Borrby strandbad and Sandhammaren.
From Skillinge to Spraggehusen you walk on a gravel path and a small gravel road with charming houses and meadows with cows on one side and the stunning ocean on the other. There are plenty of benches and docks for those who want to rest.
During World War II one bomber of the Allies crashed halfway between Skillinge and Spraggehusen and the propeller from that aircraft (and a sign) are for everyone to see two kilometres north of Spraggehusen. The part of Österlenleden that goes from Skillinge and Spraggehusen is one of the most beautiful.
After Spraggehusen you continue along the beach until you reach Sandhammaren. There is about nine kilometres that you walk on the beach, the beach is indeed nice, but no so spectacular and after some kilometres I got tired of it. And if it gets windy on the beach, it is nasty since you get sand in your face.
However it is rarely crowded and if you want to swim and bath in peace it is perfect.
In Sandhammaren there is a lighthouse, which is nice to see and it is great architecture. Some days in the summer you can go up to the top of the lighthouse, for a small entrance fee.
After Sandhammaren continue toward Löderups strandbad and you walk in the nature reserve of Hagestad, in a stunning oak forest. The oak forest is one of the prettiest parts of Österlenleden - excellently beautiful. High and low oaks grow on both sides of the path and it is really stunning. On one side of the path hills are stretching towards the sky and from the other you hear the sounds of the sea.
When you are about to reach Löderups strandbad you walk in meadows with cows.
The landscape on the part of Österlenleden between Sandhammaren and Löderups strandbad is rather challenging with some ascents, sandy path and you have to climb over some fences.
In Löderups strandbad there is a camping, a miniature golf course and some ice cream shops, but no supermarkets. From Löderups strandbad you now continue to Kåseberga and then Kabusa. However the kilometres from Löderups strandbad to Kåseberga is really, really nasty: you first walk on a small road of asphalt (which is okay), then you walk on nasty sand, close to the ocean, so it is almost always really windy.
I did not like walking Löderups strandbad to Kåseberga.
One TIP: if you are starting your hike in Ystad and are walking toward Löderups strandbad: when you have passed Kåseberga village and went up a steep hill, do not follow the orange signs and go down a stair, if you do you will have to walk several kilometres on disgusting sand. Instead of going down the stair, continue up on the hill, and walk as long as you can on the edge of the hill. And sooner, or later you will arrive to Löderups strandbad.
Kåseberga is a small village with smokehouses for fish in the harbour, restaurants selling fish dishes, ice cream and souvenir-shops. Kåseberga village is rather small and with some small and cute houses. There are no supermarkets in Kåseberga.
The famous Ales Stenar are located above Kåseberga. Ales Stenar are sometimes called "the small Stonehenge". The view from Ales Stenar (and Hammars backar) is simply spectacular.
Continue walking from Ales Stenar to Kabusa on Hammars Backar. Hammars backar is really stunningly beautiful: you have an excellent view over the crashing waves in the ocean, the fields where the farmers grow crops and where the cows are grazing.
Hammars Backar is - in my opinion - one of the most beautiful parts of Österlenleden.
Hammars Backar are rather challenging to walk on with some steep ascents and if you walk in the head-wind if will soon get really tough, since it is always very windy at Hammars Backar, so make sure to bring a jacket.
And where Hammars Backar ends Kabusa is located and there ends Österlenleden (in reality Österlenleden ends in Ystad, however the exciting and good landscape ends in Kabusa and you can take the bus from Kabusa to Ystad, so in my opinion the real Österlenleden ends in Kabusa).
I would recommend you to start your Österlenleden-hike in Hallamölla and end in Kabusa. Trains and several buslines stops in Ystad and from Ystad you can take SkåneExpressen 4 from Ystad to Eljaröd Väg 19 Nyhem and then walk about one kilometre to Hallmölla.
From Kabusa you easily take line 322 (goes only during the summer) from Kabusa to Ystad. Or you can walk a little bit further and take line 570 from Kabusakorset to Ystad, line 570 goes all the year round and more often than line 322.
However there are also several bus lines in Brösarp, Kivik, Skillinge and - of course - Simrishamn, where there are also trains (to Ystad and Malmö).
Skånetrafiken also has an app where you can plan your journey.
In Simrishamn you have supermarkets, pharmacy, hospital, restaurants and stores - which you also have in Ystad.
There are not so many supermarkets along Österlenleden. In Brösarp, Kivik, Simrishamn, Skillinge and Ystad there are supermarkets. However note that some may not be open on Sundays during the autumn and winter.
There are Bed & Breakfasts on several places along Österlenleden, but some may only be open during the summer, but some are open all-year-round.
See Skåneledens homepage (and search for Österlenleden) to see where there are a Bed & Breakfast, supermarket, restaurant, windshield, hydrant or tourist information.
If you are going to hike you should have good and comfortable equipment: good and comfortable walking shoes, do not forget water and a jacket or sweater (even if you are going to hike in the summer it will be windy between Kåseberga and Kabusa and on the other places along the sea it is almost always windy).
And do not forget sun-screen (if you are hiking in the summer) and plaster for your feet and heels.
If you are scared of cows or horses, I cannot recommend some parts of Österlenleden, since there are cows in most pastures and horses on some places. There are always cows (and/or horses) between Kåseberga and Kabusa, north of Gislövshammar, south of Brantevik, south of Simrishamn and between Torparebron and Haväng.
To sum it up:
Skåneleden begins in Hallamölla and ends in Ystad and if you walk the whole you will see stunning beech- and oak forests, lovely seaside views, small picturesque villages and a marvellously nice paths, meadows and an overall very, very spectacular landscape! Österlenleden is the most beautiful hiking trail in Sweden.
The most beautiful parts of Österlenleden (according to me):
Hallamölla - Haväng, Brantevik-Spraggehusen, Kåseberga-Kabusa.
The most boring parts of Österlenleden (according to me):
Baskemölla-Brantevik, Löderups strandbad-Kåseberga.
The most challenging part of Österlenleden: Kåseberga-Kabusa.
The other parts are easy or moderate. You cannot bike, walk with strollers or wheelchairs on Österlenleden, some parts are not suitable for elderly people.
I would really highly recommend you to hike the whole Österlenleden: it is absolutely stunning and you will not regret it! The landscape along Österlenleden is a true marvel!
Yazıldığı tarih: 22 Temmuz 2018
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