Outdoor experiences in Skara

Outdoors all year round

The outdoors are there for you – all year round. Why not challenge yourself and try an outdoor activity during a season when you’d usually stay inside, or bring along a friend who’s ready to discover something new? Here, we share our best tips for outdoor experiences to enjoy throughout the year.

Hiking in Skara

Breathtaking views, tranquil lakes, and blooming meadows – the variety of hiking trails in Skara is remarkable. Choose a shorter day trip filled with scenic picnic spots, or take on one of our longer trails, the Pilgrim Trail or the Billingen Trail, for an exciting challenge.

To the walking trails!

The Valle area

The Valle Area lies at the foot of the western side of the table mountain Billingen, in the municipalities of Skara and Skövde. Here, the inland ice sheet has shaped a distinctive landscape – a rolling terrain of kames, dotted with shimmering lakes, winding trails, and grazing animals. You’re warmly welcome to enjoy beautiful Valle – even in winter!

To the Valle area!

Lake Hornborga

The Lake Hornborga nature reserve is a unique place with outstanding natural values – a true paradise for both birds and people!

Canoeing in Skara

Glide gently along on the lakes, or go with the flow on the river Flian. Or maybe join a beaver safari at Herrtorps Qvarn?

Swimming in Skara

Local swimming spots around Skara

Fishing in Skara

Around Skara there are severall small lakes suitable for fishing.

Nature experiences in Skaraborg

Within a short distance from Skara you can reach several outdoor experiences, from MTB-tracks, skiing slopes to hiking trails.

BBQ-spots around Skara

Outdoor lunches are more popular than ever – but who says you can’t cook breakfast or dessert over an open fire too? What would you put on the grill?

10 spring activities around Lake Hornborga

Feeling like heading out on an excursion? Here are a few tips for when you want to explore the lush, green landscape and visit some charming destinations.

10 spring experiences

Last updated on: 19 March 2026