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Things to see in Karlshamn (Sweden): 22 places and when to go
Karlshamn is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Nature (10), Wildlife (10), Hiking (5). The best known are Eriksberg, Karlshamns Castle and Tärnö. The best time to come is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 17 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 40. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 56.1609, 14.8775
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (10) · Wildlife (10) · Hiking (5) · Temples (3) · Museums and art (2) · History (1)
- Best time
- May to September.
- Also possible
- December to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- MMX Malmö, 117 km as the crow flies
What to see in Karlshamn
The places in and around Karlshamn, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- EriksbergNature reserve8.0 km
- Karlshamns CastleOld fortification in Karlshamn, Blekinge, Sweden741 m
- TärnöNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden7.4 km
- ElleholmNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden9.9 km
- Eriksbergs stränderNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden8.3 km
- FölsöNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden5.7 km
- GarnanäsNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden13 km
- Hällaryds kyrkaChurch building in Karlshamn Municipality, Blekinge, Sweden6.7 km
- HokaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden14 km
- Karlshamns museumWorking life museum in Karlshamn Municipality, Sweden1.8 km
- ListerkyrkanChurch building in Sölvesborg Municipality, Blekinge, Sweden20 km
- PersgärdeNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden13 km
- Blekinge SjöfartsmuseumWorking life museum in Karlshamn Municipality, Sweden939 m
- Stärnö-BoönNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden2.8 km
- StillerydNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden5.8 km
- Svängsta ChurchChurch building in Karlshamn Municipality, Blekinge, Sweden13 km
- Blekingeleden Etapp 6: Mörrumsån–LångasjönäsHiking12 km
- Blekingeleden Etapp 7: Långasjönäs–PersgärdeHiking9.9 km
- Blekingeleden Etapp 8: Persgärde-JärnavikHiking11 km
- Eriksberg vandringsledHiking7.5 km
- Karlshamns KallbadhusHot spring bath3 m
- Vandringsrundor Stärnö-Boöns naturreservatHiking2.6 km
When to go to Karlshamn
The best time to visit Karlshamn is May to September; also possible: December to April and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible7:16
- FebPossible9:15
- MarPossible11:26
- AprPossible13:55
- MayBest time16:04
- JunBest time17:20
- JulBest time16:48
- AugBest time14:52
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:03
- NovBetter not7:51
- DecPossible6:40
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 40. In May, 22 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to Sweden in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Karlshamn
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX, Malmö), 117 km as the crow flies. How to get around Sweden (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Karlskrona43 places26 km
- Tingsryd14 places41 km
- Karlskrona33 places46 km
- Kristianstad87 places48 km
- Häradsbäck6 places49 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Karlshamn?
The best known: Eriksberg, Karlshamns Castle, Tärnö, Elleholm, Eriksbergs stränder. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Karlshamn?
May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 17 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 40.
How do you get to Karlshamn?
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX), 117 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Karlshamn as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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