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Things to see in Ystad (Sweden): 23 places and when to go
Ystad is a town in Sweden, and this site lists 23 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (9), History (8), Nature (8). The best known are Marsvinsholm Castle, Bellinga Castle and Charlottenlund Castle. 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 10 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 50. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Sweden · 55.4591, 13.8344
- Places
- 23 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (9) · History (8) · Nature (8) · With kids (3) · Hiking (3) · Temples (1)
- Best time
- December to February and May to September.
- Also possible
- March to April and October.
- Nearest airport
- MMX Malmö, 30 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ystad
The places in and around Ystad, 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.
- Marsvinsholm CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden8.0 km
- Bellinga CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden11 km
- Charlottenlund CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden9.6 km
- Tosterup CastleBuilding in Tomelilla Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden9.9 km
- Bjärsjöholm CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden3.7 km
- Högestad CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden6.0 km
- Krageholm CastleBuilding in Ystad Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden5.8 km
- Örup CastleBuilding in Tomelilla Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden9.5 km
- Övraby ChurchChurch building in Tomelilla Municipality, Skåne County, Sweden8.9 km
- Tosselilla Summer ParkSummer park outside Tomelilla, Sweden11 km
- Ystad DjurparkZoo in Sweden7.6 km
- FyledalenNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden9.4 km
- Benestads backarNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden8.6 km
- Bjersjöholms ädellövskogNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden3.6 km
- HögaborgNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden14 km
- KronoskogenNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden11 km
- Norra SandskogenNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden3.8 km
- Örups almskog, kärr och ängarNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden8.3 km
- SvartskylleNature reserve in Skåne, Sweden8.3 km
- NybrostrandsbadetWith kids7.6 km
- Skåneleden 4, Etapp 1: Ystad – NybrostrandHiking4.3 km
- Skåneleden 4, Etapp 12: Snogeholm – YstadHiking6.3 km
- Skåneleden 7, Etapp 1: Ystad - MossbystrandHiking7.7 km
When to go to Ystad
The best time to visit Ystad 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 time7:25
- FebBest time9:20
- MarPossible11:27
- AprPossible13:51
- MayBest time15:57
- JunBest time17:10
- JulBest time16:39
- AugBest time14:47
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:06
- NovBetter not7:58
- DecBest time6:50
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 50. In May, 23 of the 23 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 Ystad
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX, Malmö), 30 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
- Löderup10 places20 km
- Sjöbo22 places21 km
- Brösarp36 places33 km
- Dalby37 places38 km
- Malmö62 places52 km
- Höör26 places59 km
And all of Sweden, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ystad?
The best known: Marsvinsholm Castle, Bellinga Castle, Charlottenlund Castle, Tosterup Castle, Bjärsjöholm Castle. In all, 23 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ystad?
December to February and May to September; also possible: March to April and October. In June there are 17 h 10 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 50.
How do you get to Ystad?
The nearest main airport is Malmö Sturup Airport (MMX), 30 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ystad as the destination and these 23 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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