Om du letar efter en rundvandringsled i Småland hittar du ofta en i ett naturreservat. Detta lilla men värdefulla naturreservat, hem till en av Sveriges största sanddyner, är inget undantag. En mycket välmarkerad blå led leder runt den …
If you're looking for a circular hiking trail in Småland, you'll often find one in a nature reserve. This small but worthwhile nature reserve, home to one of Sweden's largest sand dunes, is no exception. A very well-marked blue trail leads around the highest point, winding through lichens, heather, moss, forest, and rocks. The trail is very varied, but definitely not suitable for strollers. Including a detour to the highest viewpoint, the circular hike is about 2.6 kilometers long. We'll definitely be back; our dog thoroughly enjoyed the walk!
Den 11 km långa rundleden börjar tyvärr visa sin ålder. Vissa broar och ledmarkeringar är nya, men en del saker (parkeringsplatser, översiktskartor, stängselstegar etc.) ser ut som om de har funnits där sedan lederna anlades i mitten av …
Den 6 km långa och välmarkerade rundvandringsleden Golfbanaleden (markerad med en gul diamant) börjar precis vid parkeringen vid Ettö naturreservat. Mycket nära toalettblocket korsar denna del av leden en kohage. Rundleden tillhör Isaberg …
The 6 km long and well-marked Golfbanaleden circular hiking trail (marked with a yellow diamond) starts right at the parking lot of the Ettö Nature Reserve. Very close to the toilet block, this section of the trail crosses a cow pasture. The circular trail belongs to the Isaberg Mountain Resort, but unfortunately, an information board with an overview of this and other circular trails is only located at the resort's base camp. The trail is very varied and leads, among other places, along the Nissan River, over hills with views of the lake, across a suspension bridge, past a golf course, and two swimming spots. Near the Isaberg Mountain Resort, you have to share the somewhat root-covered and bumpy forest path with mountain bikers. Near the golf course, part of the trail runs along the road, but there isn't much traffic. Along the way, you can learn about the history of iron production in Nissafors from numerous small signs and a large information board.
The 11 km circular trail is unfortunately showing its age. Some bridges and trail markers are new, but some things (parking areas, overview maps, fence ladders, etc.) look as if they've been there since the trails were laid out in the mid-1990s and are therefore usable, but simply sad to look at. The grassy paths are obviously not mowed regularly. Even without binoculars or specific bird knowledge, the bird sanctuary is quite appealing, as the paths and points of interest (field track, meadow, boardwalk, bridges, forest trails, rest area, birdwatching towers, and viewpoints) are varied, and the landscape – typical of Småland – is simply beautiful. Unlike in heavily frequented nature reserves in Sweden, you'll find genuine peace and quiet here and hardly encounter another soul – though you might see adders, so please stay on the paths! The trails and elevation changes are manageable even with children, but you should definitely leave a buggy or stroller at home. From mid-March to mid-August, the eastern part of the path is closed out of respect for nesting birds; alternatively, the road through the small village of Hamra can be used.