Spas In the 19th century tourism came to Bohuslän. Salty baths and seaweed attracted wealthy city dwellers to the picturesque fishing communities. Just like today, the holiday with its free time was a way to get away from stress and everyday life. Famous doctors embraced this trend and extolled the virtues of bathing, for the body and soul. In Marstrand, Lysekil, Gustavsberg and Strömstad special spas where built. Several of these are still there, as a reminder of the Spa-life of the period.

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20 June - Midsummer’s Eve

Midsummer is one of the most popular holidays in Sweden – it’s a celebration of summer and of the long light nights.

Most Swedes take to the countryside for public and private parties, which comprise dressing the Midsummer Pole with fresh leaves and flowers for children and grown-ups alike to dance around. Midsummer is celebrated all over Sweden the weekend nearest Midsummer’s Day itself, 24 June. Below are examples of public midsummer celebrations in West Sweden on 21 June, and more to be find on www.westsweden.com

Läckö Castle
Traditional Midsummer celebrations take place at Läckö Castle on the shore of Lake Vänern, about two hours north-east of Göteborg. Läckö Castle is a 17th century fairytale castle complete with turrets and spires and an enchanting setting on Lake Vänern. There are magnificent public rooms and furniture, popular summer exhibitions and a famous castle garden. Opera and concerts are also held here. www.lackoslott.se

Nääs Castle
Traditional Midsummer Celebrations at Nääs Castle, 30 minutes outside Göteborg (Lerum). Nääs Slott is a well-preserved, 19th century manor house in Rococo style and has a world famous crafts centre offering courses and exhibitions. www.naas.se

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