  Photo: Copyright © Göran Magnusson Welcome to Västergötland
Västergötland welcomes you to towns and countryside with stunning sceneries and a prospering cultural life. Admire all the castles, each of them with a history of its own. The picturesque towns, quite often with a stream floating through them, offer a wide selection of local art and handicrafts. The warm and friendly atmosphere makes every visitor feel welcome. Perhaps you will also notice the subtle humour, characteristic of Västergötland. In Västergötland you might want to visit Tygriket, the " kingdom of fabrics", where several internationally renowned textile industries both produce and sell their quality products. Or why not travel alongside Göta River to Trollhättan, where the SAAB car museum is a must for those interested in technology. 
Photo: Copyright © Västergötlands Turistråd Experience the tablelands with their unique flora and fauna when the cows graze in the pastures. The fertile plains of Västergötland favours the lush vegetation as well as the many farmers. Since ancient times the plains have been the home for generations of Swedes, with the megaliths as monuments of the past. The historical sites are innumerable. This might be the reason why Västergötland is called "the cradle of Sweden". Västergötland offered a variety of places suitable for settlements. Situated between the two enormous lakes Vänern and Vättern, our ancestors had all the possibilities for successful fishing and transports along the waterways. Today the lakes play a significant role for recreation, as do the nature reserves and national parks, like Kinnekulle and Tiveden.  Useful information Quiz game Contents About... E-mail |