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Things to see in Skänninge (Sweden): 18 places and when to go
Skänninge is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 18 places in and around it, mainly Temples (11), Hiking (4), Nature (3). The best known are Älvestad Church, Björkeberg Church and Herrberga Church. The best time to come is December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 17 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 04. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 58.3844, 15.1981
- Places
- 18 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- NYO Nyköping, 109 km as the crow flies
What to see in Skänninge
The places in and around Skänninge, 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.
- Älvestad ChurchChurch building in Motala Municipality, Sweden8.9 km
- Björkeberg ChurchChurch building in Linköping Municipality, Sweden14 km
- Herrberga ChurchChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden1 m
- Hogstad ChurchChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden12 km
- Lundby kapellTemples8.6 km
- Mjölby gravkapellTemples7.1 km
- Normlösa ChurchChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden4.0 km
- Örbackens kalkkärrNature reserve in Östergötland, Sweden4.9 km
- Östra Tollstad ChurchChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden8.8 km
- Sjögestad ChurchChurch building in Linköping Municipality, Sweden10 km
- SkogssjöområdetNature reserve in Östergötland, Sweden6.5 km
- Västra Hargs kyrkaChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden14 km
- Västra Hargs lövskogarNature reserve in Östergötland, Sweden15 km
- Viby ChurchChurch building in Mjölby Municipality, Sweden6.9 km
- Östgötaleden: Bleckenstad-SödragårdenHiking11 km
- Östgötaleden: Rundslinga SyaHiking6.3 km
- Östgötaleden: Skogssjön - ÖrbackenHiking5.4 km
- Östgötaleden: Södragården - Skogssjö Bad- och friluftsanläggningHiking7.2 km
When to go to Skänninge
The best time to visit Skänninge is December to February and May to September; also possible: March 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.
- JanBest time6:46
- FebBest time9:00
- MarPossible11:23
- AprPossible14:05
- MayBest time16:28
- JunBest time17:55
- JulBest time17:18
- AugBest time15:08
- SepBest time12:29
- OctPossible9:52
- NovBetter not7:25
- DecBest time6:04
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 04. In May, 18 of the 18 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 Skänninge
The nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO, Nyköping), 109 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
- Motala22 places23 km
- Vadstena19 places25 km
- Linköping61 places25 km
- Trehörna kyrka13 places33 km
- Boxholm30 places39 km
- Rimforsa23 places40 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Skänninge?
The best known: Älvestad Church, Björkeberg Church, Herrberga Church, Hogstad Church, Lundby kapell. In all, 18 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Skänninge?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 17 h 55 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 04.
How do you get to Skänninge?
The nearest main airport is Stockholm Skavsta Airport (NYO), 109 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Skänninge as the destination and these 18 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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