Farm-to-Table Roadtrip: A September Sojourn
Embark on a charming roadtrip to quaint farm shops, cafés, and bakeries where the focus is on locally sourced ingredients. Savor the freshest of produce and high-quality craftsmanship as you journey through idyllic islands and cozy archipelago communities.
Below you'll find a map pinpointing local producers, farm shops, pick-your-own fruit spots, and cafés selling artisanal food. Scroll down further to read about some hidden gems you won't want to miss while planning your roadtrip.
Organic Veggies and More on Tjörn
Mölnebo Odlingar
On the southern tip of Tjörn, you'll find the organic and certified farm shop, Mölnebo Odlingar. Stock up on herbs, root vegetables, and flowers. For tomato enthusiasts, the award-winning tomato greenhouse is open for self-harvesting, offering a flavor like no other.
Sourdough Haven on Tjörn
Lottas Bak & Form
Adjacent to the sea at Bleket, Lottas Bak & Form, a small sourdough bakery and café, offers organic, heritage grains, and sourdough specialties. From local organic eggs to stone-oven baked goods, enjoy both breakfast and lunch overlooking the sea. Seasonal sourdough pizzas are also on the menu.
Idyllic Farm Shop on Tjörn
Moriks Fårgård
Nestled between the sea and rolling fields, Moriks Sheep Farm's little shop is a must-visit. Relax among the lush trees of the verdant garden and savor home-baked goods. The farm is home to chickens, sheep, cats, and horses.
Self-Service Farm Shop on Tjörn
Sibräcka Prästgård
Sibräcka Prästgård offers a delightful little farm shop stocked with their own meat and local products like sourdough bread, honey, and organic olive oil. The shop operates on the honor system, allowing for easy payment through mobile payment apps. Pick-your-own strawberries are a summer treat here.
Historic Sundsby Manor on Tjörn
Sundsby Säteri
The cultural-historical park dates back to the 16th century. With its red wooden houses, large trees, grassy areas, perennial flower beds, vineyards, and kitchen gardens, this is a place you don't want to miss. Adjacent to the manor are also several hiking trails. In the manor's warehouse building, you'll find Silver Wijk, featuring jewelry and home decor. For delicious meals and snacks, visit Margaretas Kök & Skafferi, which also has a farm shop with a bakery. Don't miss the manor's big harvest market in the fall.
Antique Charm and Garden Splendors on Orust
Fröken Trulls Café & Antikt and Morlanda handelsträdgård
At Ellös in Orust, you'll discover Fröken Trull's Café & Antiques, an inspiring and cozy spot boasting delicious food prepared with seasonal, local ingredients. How about savoring some egg cheese for your fika? The entire café doubles as a large antique shop where everything is up for grabs. Right next door is Morlanda Garden Center and the incredible Pelargonium Museum. Here, you'll also find chic home décor and building restoration items at Sister Gabriella's and Qvist & Löf General Store. A delightful excursion for everyone—pets included!
The Honey Experience on Orust
Tavlebord Honungsgård and Tavlebords Lanthandel
Learn about the fascinating world of bees at Honungsgården, which offers a bee exhibition, bee garden, and more. Here you can enjoy organic and Fairtrade products from the farm shop or have a meal in their KRAV certified café.
Local Marketplace and More on Orust
Not far from there is Tavlebord Lanthandel, an indoor marketplace featuring local producers in a nostalgic setting.
Craftsmanship on Orust
Töllås Fårgård and Anns Keramikbod
Further north on Orust, Anns Keramikbod offers pottery and other crafts. Open limited hours, so plan your visit accordingly.
A Family Affair on Orust
Töllås Sheep Farm is a delightful place for the whole family. Rent a cabin or enjoy their garden café. Freshly harvested vegetables are available, and kids will love the animals.
Seafood Delights on Lyr, Orust
Bryggvingen restaurang och fiskaffär
On the leafy island of Lyr in southwestern Orust, you'll find Bryggvingen, complete with a fish shop and restaurant. Reach the island by your own boat or by road ferry. Here, you can enjoy an amazing location and incredibly fresh ingredients, mostly fished by Erik using his own fishing boat. In the fish shop, you'll find freshly caught seafood delicacies, take-away options, homemade bread, dairy products, as well as fresh fruits and vegetables.
Artisan Bread in Kungälv
Skåra gårdsbageri
In a very rural setting along winding small roads, you'll find Skåra Gårdsbageri. Here, genuine bread craftsmanship is offered, based on traditional methods. In addition to the delicious sourdough bread, they bake crispbread, pastries, and about twice a month, sourdough pizza featuring seasonal produce is available. The bakery is a cozy spot to sit down for a coffee and a snack. You can also enjoy a Syrian lunch either on-site or to-go.
Riverside Farm Shop in Kungälv
Mariebergs Gårdsbutik
Along the Göta River, north of Bohus Fortress, you'll find the family farm Marieberg with its farm shop. Here, meat is available from their own organic farm as well as from other local farms. In the shop, you can also find local products such as honey, marmalades, bread, and more.
Tip: Take a walk around Bohus Fortress on the fortress island in central Kungälv. Here, some of the farm's sheep are grazing.
The perfect September roadtrip, brimming with local flavors and sights, awaits you. Be sure to make your "Remember September" unforgettable!
