Ätran

In the middle of the community of Ätran, you will find this fine swimming location with a dock, tables and benches as well as a place for grilling. The swimming area is just a stone's throw away from Ätrans Fritidscenter, which also has a heated outdoor pool. The Hallandsleden trail passes through here, offering great opportunities for hiking by the lake. A short distance from the swimming area at Eseredssjön lies the lake sauna. Enjoy a relaxing sauna session along with a refreshing dip in the lake. The lake sauna has its own jetty located right below the cabin. The sauna is managed by Ätrans Samhällsförening. Read more about the sauna and how to book it here.

You can fish for planted rainbow trout in Eseredssjön, as well as pike, bream, roach and perch. You can go fishing from a rowboat or a number of jetties. There are several nice barbecue areas around the lake. You can rent a boat here. Buy your fishing licence here Handlar´n in Ätran, 0346-600 52 Lars Czylwik 070-872 25 81 for Swish, including your name and fishing date(s) in the message field. You can rent a boat from Ätrans Turist, 0346-604 95 When can I go fishing? From the Ascension Day public holiday to 30 April (no fishing between 1 May - 16 May) Fish species Pike Perch Roach Tench Braxen Rainbow trout  

Ätran is the second-largest river in Halland. It runs through the beautiful Ätra valley (Ätradalen) in Falkenberg’s inland region and ends at the Kattegat strait by central Falkenberg. Canoeing through the Ätran river is sure to result in a nature excursion that you won’t ever forget. A three-day trip along the river Ätran The following is our recommendation for a three-day trip that will take you from the town of Ätran (named after the river) to Falkenberg. The route has lots of picturesque campsites, exciting river rafting stretches and tough passages where you will have to carry your canoe overland. If you want a less arduous journey along the river, we recommend that you instead start at Vessigebro and paddle downstream. Distance: Ätran (57.119820, 12.942376)-Falkenberg Length: 43 km Time: 3 days. Overland carrying: 5 times Distance: Vessigebro (56.97804, 12.65796)-Falkenberg Length: 13 km Time: 3-5 hours No carrying. Day 1 Starting point: North of the bridge in Ätran (town). After about 3 km: Light rapids, stick to the middle. Skogsforsen: Carrying overland, 3.5 km. Access point on the left side of the pond embankment by the sign. Walk on the ridge to the right, take the left down a small forest path and proceed about 200 m. Then follow the gravel road to the right for about 3.3 km. Access point marked. Bällforsen: Carrying overland, 1.3 km Access point on the left side, 200 m before the power plant at the sign. Follow the road to the right, second forest path after the power plant. Campsite at the access point, Bällforsens power plant. Tip for day 1: Visit Yttrabergs nature and culture reserve. Day 2 Start from the campsite that you reach after the Bällforsen power plant. Yngeredsforsen: Carrying overland 2.3 km. Access point by the grass tip on the right side, approx. 300 m before the power plant. Take the first gravel road to the left past Gällsås sawmill. Access point at the grass tip. Ätrafors: Access point at the swim spot to the left of the power plant. There is also a campsite here. Tip for day 2: Stop by Döda Fallet in Yngeredsforsen. Day 3 Start from the campsite at the Ätrafors swim spot. Ätrafors: Carrying overland 1.3 km. Follow Hallandsleden along the river Ätran to Högvadsån, which intersects with the route. Access point on the left side after the river. Cross the river, aim for the right edge of the island in the Ätran river. Keep to the left of the other island through the rapids. Keep an eye out for treacherous rocks below the water line! Scout the rapids first, as the water level changes! Rapids: Carrying overland, 1.6 km. Access point at the picnic table on the right side. Follow the gravel road to the left past the farm. Take the first left, access point approx. 200 m after the last house, by the sign. Rafting route: Left side past the lime dispenser. Aim for the right side of the stone headway. Keep to the right after the stone headway. The rapids are tough and must be scouted first! On the same side as the overland carrying route. The final destination and access point is on the left side right before you pass the old E6 motorway. End in Falkenberg. Tip for day 3: Drop by Höstena’s legendary and mysterious springs by Ljungby, about 100 metres from the river Ätran’s beach. Rent a SUP, canoe or a kayak? MGD Sport & Kayakomat Villa SurfGarden KiteKalle Svenskt kanotäventyr

Ätrans Fritidsanläggning is a small holiday village of 7 cabins located right by the peaceful Eseredssjön, but it is also a complete facility for holiday-goers seeking outdoor life and fun activities. The seven 60 sq. m. cabins are clustered together in a holiday village. The cabins are decorated in a fresh and modern style and can accommodate up to six people. They contain everything you need to do your own cooking. Ätrans Fritidsanläggning is one of the most complete holiday villages in Halland. It has a total of 42 beds in detached cabins, a sports hall with international dimensions, a gym, a heated outdoor pool, a swimming area by the lake, an outdoor tennis court, an outdoor gym and jogging tracks in various lengths for hiking, running and skiing. Here you also will find Sweden's southernmost biathlon facility and a football facility. There is also a lake with game fish directly adjacent to the village as well as barbecue areas, canoe renting services, rowboats and more. It is surrounded by scenic nature, which is perfect for fun excursions into the forest or lake!

In centre of the village Ätran, just next to Eseredssjön, you will find a nice outdoor pool area with temperate pools. Right next to Ätrans Fritidsanläggning, there is a lovely pool area with three temperate outdoor pools. It includes a 25-meter swimming pool with a 3-meter diving board, a 25 meter children's pool and a splash pool for the toddlers. From the beginning of June to September, the pools maintain a temperature of about 26 degrees. A bath host is on site. Companies and groups can subscribe to the pool area in the evening. It is guaranteed to be a memorable meeting with wonderful hours filled with swimming, games and barbeque at the grill. You can also find Eseredssjön in the area, if you would like to take a dip there as well.

Ätrans IP has an outdoor gym with nine different stations to choose between. There’s something here for beginners and experienced hands alike.

At Ätrans Skidcenter (Ätran Ski Centre), you can experience the winter by going cross-country skiing on excellent artificial snow trails. There are also several other fun winter activities to partake in. Go ice skating and sledding. There is a 3 km well-lit artificial snow track here. Once the real snow arrives, you can go on the 5 km, 7 km and 10 km ski tracks. The biathlon course has 12 shooting spots and an approximately 1 km asphalted roller ski course. At the ski wax booth, you can borrow skis and equipment free of charge. The artificial light stays turned on until 22:00, after which the clubhouse and changing rooms also close. More activities There is also a sledding hill and the opportunity to go ice skating in the area. Pack a lunch and feel free to use the barbecue area. Prices Day pass SEK 60 Season pass SEK 600 Free entry for visitors under the age of 18 On Ätran's ski center Facebook page, it is convenient to stay updated on how the weather has affected the tracks, when they have been groomed, and when, unfortunately, it must be kept closed. You can find it here.

If you are interested in Tennis, there is an outdoor court at Ätrans Fritidsanläggning. The Tennis court is open to the public and no booking is required. Tennis racket and balls may be brought by each person himself. The surface is paved and the net is set up every day during the summer.

Inland from Falkenberg, in the forests around Ätran, you have loads of different walks to choose from. You will find a description of the loop around lake Esered here. A great 3.3 km loop for the whole family! Read on and let us tell you how to make the trip. Park your car by Ätrans Fritidsanläggning. From here you can see the old Sjövikens Festplats dance hall - walk through the entrance and turn left. You will hear a thundering waterfall which is exactly where the lakeside loop trail starts. There are benches and BBQs next to the events area which you are very welcome to use. The loop is 3.3 km long. The path gradually follows the edge of the lake all the way round. It is well marked with yellow/white signposts. You can also hike through the forest and up the gravel path, deeper into the forest and over a small waterfall. Once you start getting closer to Ätran again, you will pass a lean-to that belongs to the Hallandsleden trail. Here you will find a BBQ area and a perfect spot for a rest. Soon after this you’re back by the swimming area and car park. Maps of other routes are available from Ätrans Fritidsanläggning and there is a larger map with an overview of all routes available at Ätrans IP. You can also hire canoes or rowing boats and go fishing in the lake if you want to extend your trip a little bit.

Grandpa's glade (Morfars glänta) is located in Ätran, on the stretch between the bathing area and the windbreak at Eseredssjön, an area that is already appreciated by hikers, school classes, locals and visitors. Through an open call in the spring of 2025, where local artists were invited to develop the site through art in dialogue with nature, artists Carina Bengtsson and Klara Sundin have created a place where art and nature meet through installations in sustainable, natural materials. The result is an environment with portals, walls, seating and a labyrinth created to invite play, rest and reflection. The new installations add another dimension to the space and a new reason to stop and experience nature.