Pickesjön runt
Pickesjön, Borås
Pickesjön lake - a pearl of natural beauty and recreation right in the heart of the city. An idyllic place for walking, fishing, grilling and pure relaxation in scenic surroundings is offered here.
Discover the diverse nature around Lake Pickesjön with its enchanting coniferous and deciduous forests. The City of Borås protects the diversity of trees and strives to promote deciduous trees on the shores of the lake. Once upon a time, the landscape around Lake Pickesjön was filled with fields, meadows and paddocks where rye, barley and oats, among other things, were grown. The Picke farm, mentioned as early as 1574, and the Bese farm, with its historical significance from the same period, carry many stories about the town's development and life by the lake.
Experience the rich history of the Pickesjö area through Picke and Bese, whose existence stretches back centuries. Explore the sites of the old farms and the remains that bear witness to bygone times and living conditions in the area.
The history of Borås City's old water source invites you on a journey through the city's past. With Lake Pickesjön as a water source, the city of Borås supplied the inhabitants with drinking water from the end of the 19th century onwards. An important part of the city's history that contributed to improved health and reduced mortality.
In the vicinity of Lake Pickesjön, there are plenty of activities on offer such as fishing, swimming, boat rentals and barbecue areas that beckon for a day filled with enjoyment. Only 4 km to the centre of Borås (10 minutes by car), it is easy to combine a visit to Pickesjön with other activities such as café visits, dinners in restaurants, or a stay at Regementsstaden's bed & breakfast and hostel located just a few minutes away. Welcome to a place where nature, history and relaxation meet
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