Central Falkenberg

In Falkenberg, you can experience the charm of the little city. Stroll along in the square, shop in the small stores, check out a new design exhibit, have a long coffee break, ride some board or listen to the flow of the river. The town is yours! Fine Shopping In the inner city of Falkenberg, you will find a mix of renowned chains and unique shops, both large and small. Stroll along the picturesque cobblestone streets and discover design and trendy clothing stores. The inner city cafés, cake shops and pubs offer pleasant breaks from shopping for all tastes. Once you have had enough shopping for a while and you want to unwind in a cosy environment, take a five-minute walk to the rampart recreation area (Vallarnas Friluftsområde) A cosy square in the middle of town In the middle of the town centre is the classic large square. Here you can enjoy a taste drink at the amphitheatre, or still your hunger with a fluffy and soft portion of mashed potatoes from Torggrillen. Each day, they prepare 150 kilograms of locally cultivated King Edward potatoes. Once you have finished eating, take a look at the tourist information at Holdersgatan 11. Here you will find more tips about things you won’t want to miss when you are in Falkenberg. Tullbron Over Ätran towers the stout stone bridge and it stands there securely no matter the water level and whirling currents. Tullbron, built in the 1750s, if Falkenberg’s most famous construction and today is protected as a cultural heritage site. If you have a little extra time, you can stand on the bridge and look out over Ätran. It babbles, glitters and lives its own life, a performance to enjoy year round. Beautiful Views along the Doctor’s Promenade Along the Ätran winds the Doctor’s Promenade, a relaxing promenade with impressive trees that frame the path with the imposing tree crowns. Through large rhododendron bushes run small, narrow stairways and paths that take you up to the rampart’s recreation area, play area, skatepark and much more. This is where walkers, families with children dog owners and runners all intermingle. The Doctor's Promenade is two kilometres long and was established by Gustaf Adam Ehrengranath, who was the city doctor in Falkenberg in 1856-1877. Design Museum In the old city, you will find the Rian Design Museum, a beautiful brick house at the Ätran. The museum is permeated with creativity from floor to ceiling. It contains innovative design and popular forms in everything from industrial design to handicrafts. Take a guided tour of the exhibits and then sit down at the café where you can leaf through new design periodicals.

Falkenberg's cozy inner city is not the biggest in Sweden, fortunately. Picturesque cobbled streets, award-winning cafes, museums and conscious shops come together on a reasonably large area with the flowing Ätran as a beautiful background. The public art is also generous and easily accessible. The big question is just what suits you best.

This scenic promenade is just a stone’s throw away from the busy town and leads you through beautiful scenery along the Ätran river. Beautiful views The peaceful Doktorspromenaden runs along the Ätran river and is a truly beautiful walkway, where you walk under proud trees that frame the river with their sturdy crowns. The river Ätran is one of Sweden’s premier salmon fishing waters, and during the fishing season you will almost certainly encounter one or several fishermen trying out their luck in the river. A historical walk Doktorspromenaden got its name from Dr. Gustaf Adam Ehrengranath, who was Falkenberg’s town doctor in the period 1856-1877. He wanted to give the local townfolk the opportunity to go for relaxing walks, spending his own money to establish the walkway that now bears his name. On the way, you will pass a well with a pedestal of Dr. Ehrengranath. The walkway was completed in 1861 and is two kilometres long. Walk around the river Ätran Once you make it to the end, you can cross over the nearby bridge (Laxbron) and walk along Laxpromenaden on your way back to town, making it a pleasant walk of around four kilometres. At the Tourist Information Office, you can pick up the brochure “Walk along Ätran” if you want to read more about the sites you will pass by along the way.

Sit back and enjoy the floral splendour and listen to the running water from the Ätran fountain. The park has 60 trees and bushes as well as 100 different kinds of perennials, meaning that there is something in bloom all year round here. Stroll through the park Badhusparken is located by the old hot-bath house between Gamla Stan and the town centre. Here, you can enjoy all the greenery. Here, there is always something in bloom. There is a train in the park that children can play in as well as lovely green spaces.

In the middle of the old town lies a lovely green area with trees and plants. Take a break in Rosariet and enjoy the smells of the beautiful scented flowers. The old town centre The town centre was located around the Church of St. Laurentii until the mid-18th century, when the new square and town hall was built further north, by Storgatan. The southern part was paved with stone in 1868, and the remaining parts were turned into a park in 1881 - the Laurentii Park. When the railway that ran through Falkenberg changed in 1936, it entailed laying down new tracks by the northern area of Gåsa Square. The railway tracks were removed in connection with the relocation of the railway to the outskirts of the town in 2008. A bustling meeting place Gåsa Square is mentioned on maps dating as far back as 1650. There were merchants selling geese on the square, which is where it got its name from (the Swedish word for goose being ‘gås’). In earlier times, it was a natural hub thanks to the adjacent school and town hall. The square had a well where local townsfolk could get water for themselves and their livestock. People from a variety of professions had homes around the square, such as potters, linen seamstresses, fishermen and bakers. Visit the park The Laurentii Park and its trees and plants are listed, and the park was expanded in 1988 with Rosariet, a beautiful garden filled with the scent of eighty different rose varieties all summer long. This part of town is what is known as Gamla Stan - the Old Town - today. The relatively short wooden buildings here are from the 19th century.

One of Falkenberg’s oldest pastry shops has grown into something more. Stålboms is a pastry shop, bakery, café an a lunch restaurant. The outdoor seating is a nice oasis in the middle of town. Life’s too short to not indulge in a coffee with your favourite pastry every now and then. At least that’s what the staff at Stålboms Konditori believe, and we can only agree. It is easy to find yourself staying longer than you planned in the sunny garden, gazebo or the café’s charming indoor seating area. Stålboms Konditori sells bread, pastry and cakes, but you can also come for the breakfast buffet and a light lunch.

Grab a coffee and sandwich on the go or take a seat and enjoy an open sandwich on Danish rye bread, warm sourdough sandwiches or the salad of the day. The café also sells plenty of tasty treats and classic wheat bread. What used to be the old mayor’s residence is now a café and pastry shop where you can have your breakfast, lunch and coffee break. The café combines tradition with innovation. Borgmästargården’s philosophy is to conserve everything and reduce food waste to an absolute minimum, which is why the establishment has a fluid menu. What the café sells varies from day to day, depending on the season and availability of ingredients. No matter what they are dishing up on a given day, you can be certain that they have put a great deal of thought and care into it. The café is a lovely meeting place, decorated with quality materials, furniture and porcelain by famous designers. There is an outdoor seating area facing Storgatan and in the sunny courtyard.

Bageri Säf is an artisan bakery in Västra Gärdet not far from the city centre that makes only 100% sourdough bread: loaves, rolls and delicious treats – all freshly baked! Bageri Säf uses locally produced organic heritage flours. As well as the usual wheat, rye and spelt, you can choose breads made with emmer or swidden rye. If you love freshly baked bread, then you’ve come to the right place! We bake three times a day rather than just early in the mornings, as at most other bakeries. Whether you call in on your way to work or on your way home, our bread is always oven fresh. As well as delicious bread, we sell a selection of sweet breads and occasionally french baked goods such as croissants. Enjoy a cup of coffee and a bun while you chat with the bakers.

The charming little Gööks Bageri café is located on Köpmansgatan in the heart of downtown Falkenberg. Here, you can buy fresh bread or a variety of baked goods. Take a seat and enjoy a fika or get something to take away.

It’s easy to find your own private nook in the charming interior of Espresso House. Drop by for a coffee or light lunch. Espresso House opened on Nygatan in autumn 2016. Espresso House serves great coffee, pastries and bread baked in their own bakery as well as salads and other food in a lovely atmosphere. The café is staffed by passionate baristas who love coffee and share the same vision: giving the world’s best coffee experience to the world’s best guest!

In the middle of the town lies a wonderfully colourful garden where children are allowed to play to their heart’s content. There is food available here, you can eat ice cream in large loads or munching on waffles. A favourite destination for children, Sagocaféet is located in Storans Trädgård in the middle of town and is open in the summer. At Sagocaféet, you can treat yourself to a delicious ice cream or waffle with cream and jam, or a cake buffet in an environment you won’t find anywhere else. The colourful kitchen furniture in the middle of the garden makes you feel like you are in a fairytale world. The Sago park is open to all children.

Beatriz and Daniel are Swerl Coffee Roasters. The small roastery that roasts its beans outside Falkenberg. Check their homepage for locally roasted coffee!  

Sam’s Bake Shop bakes with inspiration from all corners of the world. In Argus, just by the public library and the tourist information desk, is a café where you can have filling lunch alternatives and sandwiches as well as sweet pastries. Why not try the tasty falafel shake? Sam’s Bake Shop also delivers to conferences, meetings and fairs.

Towering over the river Ätran stands Sweden’s most beautiful stone bridge, steadfastly regardless of the water levels and swirling currents. Take a stroll over Falkenberg’s most famous construction. A must-see If you have a moment to spare during your visit to Falkenberg, head over to the bridge and look out over the Ätran river. Notice how roars, glitters and seems to be alive in its own way. Place your hands on the thick walls and feel the air of history that lies over this place. History Construction of Tullbron began in 1756 and was completed five years later. Prior to that, the only way of getting across the river was a simple wooden bridge over the Garvare Rapids. However, it was often damaged by ice and spring floods, and by the mid-18th century it was in terrible shape. The county governor Hummelhielm was therefore given a permit and funding from the king to construct a new bridge, of stone this time. The first architect commissioned for the task was Carl Hårleman, and following his death, Carl Cronstedt completed the drawings. The master mason Friedrich August Rex from Gothenburg was hired to carry out the construction of the bridge. How Tullbron got its name Up until 1914, travellers and to pay a toll to pass the bridge, which was how it got the name Tullbron - the Toll Bridge. The bridge toll was leased out, and the revenues went to maintaining the bridge and the lessee’s living expenses. In the 1940s, there were plans to expand the bridge to cope with the increase in traffic. However, the plans failed to materialise, and the bridge has been declared a listed structure since 1984.

Explore innovative design, popular design, national design and international design - all under one roof. The museum’s temporary exhibitions feature everything from industrial design to artisanry. A regional design museum Welcome to an exciting meeting place for design. The museum features the latest trends interspersed with fascinating design history and hosts three new exhibitions each year. The ground floor of the museum is open to visitors free of charge. On the ground floor, you can take a break at the café with a view of the Ätran river, browse design magazines or buy a souvenir at the design shop. You can also visit the exhibition in the project room. Visit us Take a look at the programme before your visit to make sure you can time it with the next available guided tour of the exhibitions. The programme also contains information about presentations and workshops organised by the museum. Throughout the year, city walks on various themes are offered. There is plenty for children to explore and do in Ria the Rat’s play corner. The museum also organises fun activities for children on public holidays. The museum’s calendar and opening hours can be found on this website. New design in a historical building The museum is located downstream of Tullbron (the Toll Bridge) by the river Ätran. The half-timbered building was built in 1865 and is closely tied to the area’s once-substantial grain export industry. Experience the charming interior, which is influenced by the building’s original function as a granary. The supporting wooden pillars and whitewashed brick walls still leave little doubt as to its proud history. The grain was dried in the tall, pointed storage tower, the tip of which still swivels when the wind blows.

Hermans Restaurang & Nöje is located right in the heart of Falkenberg by Rådhustorget. The restaurant serves delicious dishes made from local ingredients and always has something fun going on. Hermans has an ambition to let ingredients lovingly cultivated here in Falkenberg do most of the ‘talking’ in their dishes. The menu is heavily composed of flavours from Falkenberg. The restaurant serves everything from homemade hamburgers made from ground beef sourced from a local farm (Mostorps gård) to tasty liver from Thuressons Gårdsbutik. The vegetables are also sourced locally from Ugglarps Grönt, the ice cream from SIA-glass and various delicacies from Korshags. The list goes on. The great food is complemented by the high standard of service and warm, welcoming atmosphere. Enjoyment is also an important part of any Hermans dining experience. The restaurant often organises entertainment such as quizzes, live bands, a night club and stand up comedy nights.  

If your heart yearns for pasta and pizza, then a visit to the PomoD’oro restaurant is a must. This joint serves up genuine Italian food in the heart of Falkenberg. PomoD’oro offers an intimate, romantic atmosphere and a kitchen that has a passion for Italian gastronomy. This family-owned restaurant has international gastronomy experience and serves up classic dishes using the best in-season raw ingredients. So, sit yourself down by the candlelight and enjoy la dolce vita. There is also a delightful outdoor eating area round the back during summer.

If you like good food and great music, then head for the DownTown RockBar. You can even watch the football here while sipping beer after beer, or drink after drink. At DownTown, you’ll not only get good service, a wide selection of drinks and an ever-changing menu of good food at good prices, you can also enjoy live music without the entrance fee, something few pubs in Sweden offer. As well as rock music in all its forms, a quiz is also run here at least once a week. Topics cover everything from music to science to video quizzes. There’s always a topic to suit everyone, young and old. Sport is also a major event at DownTown. Here, you can watch Premier League and Champion’s League matches, and more. So, if you’re looking for a great place to hang out, the DownTown RockBar will be right your street!

Rådhustorget No:1A is something quite unusual: A big gastrobar in a small area. At Rådhustorget No:1A, the borders between dining area and kitchen are blurred as everything revolves around the bar. A gastrobar is a restaurant that combines pub culture with a dynamic and rather classy range of dishes and drinks. The word is a fusion of gastronomy and bar. Welcome to a dynamic and casual environment where you can slip into costume, straight from work or just as you are. Book a table in advance or just drop-in. If all the tables are occupied when you arrive, we recommend waiting at the bar with a good glass of bubbly, a cold beer or a full-bodied red wine. While sipping away, you can also let yourself be inspired by the wonderful dishes the chefs put together right in front of you.

Bistro Grand is a restaurant with a lot of options. The restaurant is located in the prestigious Grand Hotel and has a wonderful view over the Ätran river and Tullbron. The bar, restaurant and lounge have been furnished to create a calm and relaxing atmosphere, but you can also watch sports on TV in some areas. You can have breakfast, business lunches and of course delicious á la carte dishes from the varied menu in the evening. The restaurant opens up the large outdoor area by the Ätran river for diners during the summer. Even from inside the restaurant, you have a nice view of the river and Tullbron. There are several rooms with different furnishings suitable for big and small groups which you can book for parties, wedding receptions, meetings, conferences, tastings, music, etc.

The venerable restaurant Gustaf Bratt is located in a stunning building with an equally impressive view over the river Ätran and Tullbron. The restaurant serves rustic Swedish home cooking as well as a well-balanced tasting menu with wine. The restaurant is located within a half-timbered house built in 1861, but has a modern interior with a truly charming atmosphere. In the summer, you can sit out on the large outdoor patio, where talented musicians are often performing on stage.

In one of Falkenberg's oldest and most beautiful houses, you will live well right in the middle of town. Within walking distance to shops and restaurants, and with the location by the Ätran river inviting for lovely walks. Värdshuset Hwitan, located on Storgatan right in the center. Tavern and inn activities have been conducted here already in the 18th century when the house was built, and the wings were added in 1924. From the terraces in the garden, you have a nice view of Ätran. At Hwitan, there are 30 rooms in variations of single and double rooms. Hwitan is run as an annex to Grand Hotel Falkenberg, so when staying at Hwitan, check-in and check-out, as well as breakfast, take place at Grand Hotel. At Hwitan, there are good opportunities for conferences in the conference floor but also in the local Tryckhallen which is located in the garden. In Tryckhallen, various other events such as exhibitions and concerts also take place. During the summers, various events are organized on the garden's outdoor stage. At Hwitan, there is a cozy restaurant that accepts groups by reservation.

No one likes every cuisine in the world, but everyone has a favourite cuisine. That is why Pinchos has put together a menu with dishes of all kinds from cuisines all over the world. You will find everything from Spanish quesadillas to Asian dumplings, Hungarian plank steak and French créme brûlée on the menu. To give you as much choice as possible, the dishes come in practical and cute tapas-size servings. The food is made from top-quality ingredients, the prices are highly reasonable and there are countless combinations you can try. The goal is quite simply to be able to offer something for everyone, regardless of a diner’s preferences, tastes, lifestyle and budget. The restaurant has a very relaxed and cosy atmosphere and is popular among adults as well as children. Download the app At Pinchos, you can easily book a table, browse the menu and place your order via an app on your own smartphone. You can also pay for your meal with the app while at the same time collecting bonus points in the restaurant’s bonus scheme. The app is available for both iOS and Android.

The passionate chefs at Lilla Napoli have a single goal when they come to work, and that is to make the perfect Pizza Napoletana, the way it is made in the birthplace of pizza, Naples. Have they succeeded? Come and find out! This restaurant has turned pizza baking into an art. Everything else is relatively immaterial to the owners, which you will understand as soon as you see the building the pizzeria is located in. Neapolitan pizza has very little to do with the Swedish variant. It is soft, fluffy, light and easy to digest. Compared to a typical Swedish pizza, a Neapolitan pizza is quite spartan and only contains ingredients that fulfil a specific purpose. One might call it stripped to the core. So be sure to come with an open mind and taste a different kind of pizza than you may be used to.

Hamnkrogen in Falkenberg is located with a nice view over Ätran. The pub is a real classic and has been housed in the same premises for over 20 years with the current owner for 12 years. Lunch is served there on weekdays between 11.00 and 14.00 and you can always choose between meat, fish, the week's pasta dish or the week's vegetarian on the day's buffet. Here you are guaranteed to be full and can enjoy a large and fresh salad buffet and home-baked bread. You can also pick up a packed lunch from the convenient drive-in door. Novelty!!!!! Now the harbor pub has expanded its operations by being open evenings Wednesday-Saturday from 18:00 with Falkenberg's largest selection of beers on tap. And an evening menu that is unlike any other You can find more information on the website.