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Things to see in Karlskrona (Sweden): 43 places and when to go
Karlskrona is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 43 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (23), Nature (22), Hiking (11). The best known are Björketorp Runestone, Marinmuseum and Holy Cross Church. 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 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 56.203, 15.296
- Places
- 43 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (23) · Nature (22) · Hiking (11) · With kids (5) · Temples (3) · History (2)
- Best time
- May to September.
- Also possible
- December to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- MMX Malmö, 141 km as the crow flies
What to see in Karlskrona
The places in and around Karlskrona, 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.
- Björketorp RunestoneHistory5.2 km
- MarinmuseumMilitary history museum in Karlskrona, Sweden19 km
- Holy Cross ChurchHouse of worship in Ronneby, Sweden1.5 km
- KvalmsöNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden8.9 km
- AlnarydNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden18 km
- BiskopsmålaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden13 km
- BjörkerydNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden16 km
- BlåningsmålaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden22 km
- BökemålaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden26 km
- Bredåkra ChurchChurch building in Ronneby Municipality, Blekinge, Sweden6.4 km
- Gö nature reserveNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden7.9 km
- GöljahultNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden27 km
- GrindstuganNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden8.4 km
- Johannishus åsarNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden9.1 km
- LillagärdeNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden14 km
- Lindö uddeNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden9.7 km
- Listerby skärgårdNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden11 km
- MoabackenNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden5.0 km
- MöllerydNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden7.4 km
- Saxemara ChurchChurch building in Ronneby Municipality, Blekinge, Sweden5.7 km
- Skarups naturreservatProtected area7.6 km
- SkuremålaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden7.0 km
- SonekullaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden12 km
- TattamålaNature reserve in Blekinge, Sweden21 km
And the other 19, by what you come to do:
- Nature: Vantakalleberget, Wallanders Åbacka, Yttre Stekön
- Hiking: Blåmarkerad vandringsled, Blekinge Vildmarksled, Blekingeleden, Blekingeleden Etapp 10: Ronneby Brunn–Skärsviken, Blekingeleden Etapp 11: Skärsviken–Alljungen, Blekingeleden Etapp 12: Alljungen–Mörtsjöåsen, Blekingeleden Etapp 9: Järnavik–Ronneby Brunn, Gribshundsleden, Järnavik - Ekenäs vandringsled, Torkö Stenbrott vandringsled, Vandringsled Almö
- With kids: Go-Kart Hall, Laserdome Blekinge, Old West Town, Räntemåla Moose Park, Ronneby Water Park
When to go to Karlskrona
The best time to visit Karlskrona 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 time16:49
- AugBest time14:52
- SepBest time12:27
- OctPossible10:03
- NovBetter not7:50
- DecPossible6:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 39. In May, 43 of the 43 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 Karlskrona
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX, Malmö), 141 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
- Karlskrona33 places20 km
- Karlshamn22 places26 km
- Tingsryd14 places41 km
- Vissefjärda7 places42 km
- Jämshög21 places47 km
- Häradsbäck6 places63 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Karlskrona?
The best known: Björketorp Runestone, Marinmuseum, Holy Cross Church, Kvalmsö, Alnaryd. In all, 43 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Karlskrona?
May to September; also possible: December to April and October. In June there are 17 h 20 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 39.
How do you get to Karlskrona?
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX), 141 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Karlskrona as the destination and these 43 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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