Trelleborg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Trelleborg

Trelleborg is situated in the province of Skane and is the southernmost city in Sweden. Here you can enjoy outdoor adventures, white sand beaches and charming marinas.

Treat yourself to a holiday in Trelleborg, where you can go outdoor swimming, but also explore the picturesque streets and squares in the city Whether you want to delve into history, culture or stunning countryside, you will be in the right place.

Trelleborg is a fascinating holiday destination as it is one of Skane's oldest cities. The name stems from a certain type of Viking Age fortress known as a trelleborg. Trelleborgen is the only remaining Viking fortress on Swedish soil. In the summer you can watch live theatre on site.

Book a weekend in Trelleborg and amble through the Medieval town, where beautiful historical buildings can be seen near Gamla Torg. Visit Axel Ebbes Konsthall and admire works by the district's great sculptor. Then stroll along to Trelleborgs Museum where there are art exhibitions on various themes, such as the Stone Age. You can climb to the top of Vattentornet, the water tower which is an iconic sight, as well as a great observation deck where you can enjoy spectacular views.

Make sure to pay a visit to Smygehuk, the southernmost point in Sweden. The stunning cape east of Trelleborg is surrounded by stony shores. You will always be close to a white sand beach, as the municipality has 35 kilometres of coastline. If want to feel the ocean air brushing your face, visit the villages Gislov, Skare or Smygehamn and go for a boat trip.

The coastal location has always been advantageous, as Trelleborg has been an important transportation hub in the Baltic Sea. From here the ferry service is frequent, which is useful if you want to continue your holiday on the continent. Buses and the Pagatagen Trains are reliable, but there are also great bicycle paths, so why not explore the area on two wheels?

Although trips to Trelleborg are most popular during the summer months, the sights and activities are available all seasons. If you book a weekend package to Trelleborg you can soak up all of the delights it has to offer.

Where to stay in Trelleborg

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Centrala Trelleborg

While visiting Centrala Trelleborg, you might make a stop by sights like Trelle Fortress and Axel Ebbe Konsthall.

Centrala Trelleborg
Smygehus Havsbad

Smygehus Havsbad

4 out of 5
Smyge Strandväg 136, Trelleborg
The price is ฿4,144 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿4,144
฿4,641 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Trelleborg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (582 reviews)
Exceptional Hotel
"An exceptional Hotel on the Baltic coast, very close to the beach with a high class restaurant of Michelin star quality. Absolutely will be back"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Smygehus Havsbad
Palm Tree Hotel, Best Western Signature Collection

Palm Tree Hotel, Best Western Signature Collection

3.5 out of 5
Corfitz Beck-Friisgatan, 3, Trelleborg, Skåne County
The price is ฿3,746 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿3,746
฿4,195 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star golf hotel in Trelleborg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and 2 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (590 reviews)
"Palm Tree Hotel were a possitive surprise for me, really friendly serviceminded staff, clean rooms and a exellent breakfast buffé, restaurant was clean and I got a Tex Mex buffé that was fresh but since I was late and the last customer I think it had been even better if I had got there earlier in ..."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Palm Tree Hotel, Best Western Signature Collection
Hotel Dannegården Trelleborg

Hotel Dannegården Trelleborg

4 out of 5
Strandgatan 32, Trelleborg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,021 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
฿6,021
฿6,744 total
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Trelleborg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attraction Trelle Fortress is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (378 reviews)
"Great food and very friendly staff. Good arrangement for the dog."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

Hotel Dannegården Trelleborg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
4 Person Holiday Home in Trelleborg-by Traum

4 Person Holiday Home in Trelleborg-by Traum

2 out of 5
Trelleborg, Skåne County
Stay at this holiday home in Trelleborg. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Smygehuk and Stadsparken are located nearby.
4 Person Holiday Home in Trelleborg-by Traum
8 Person Holiday Home in Beddingestrand-by Traum

8 Person Holiday Home in Beddingestrand-by Traum

2 out of 5
Trelleborg, Skåne County
Stay at this holiday home in Trelleborg. Enjoy free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attraction Smygehuk is located nearby.
8 Person Holiday Home in Beddingestrand-by Traum
5 Person Holiday Home in Smygehamn

5 Person Holiday Home in Smygehamn

2 out of 5
Trelleborg, Skåne County
Stay at this holiday home in Trelleborg. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attraction Smygehuk is located nearby.
5 Person Holiday Home in Smygehamn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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