Kaxholmens lövskogspromenad
Deciduous forest in hilly terrain
- Walking trail
- Nature reserve
- 3.9 kilometer
- Huskvarna
Hilly terrain
Experience the hilly terrain in the deciduous forest of Kaxholmen. Here you will find both mountain bike trails, walking paths, and a barbecue area. About 16 kilometers northeast of Jönköping, you will find Kaxholmen's deciduous forest in the small community of Kaxholmen.
You can easily park at Vistavallen and cross the road to find the path up to the deciduous forest. Here, there is a fitness trail of about 3.9 kilometers. The area also has mountain bike trails.
The deciduous forest consists of noble deciduous trees, including hazel groves and large oaks. The area was formerly pastureland but is now a lovely deciduous forest to walk on the illuminated trail, play, and barbecue in. The area is part of Biosfärområde Östra Vätterbranterna.
See and do nearby
The deciduous forest is located in the middle of what is called Äppledalen (Apple Valley), where you can visit Rudenstams Farm Shop, Kallfeldts Leather, or Vistakulle's apple orchard. If you want to have a coffee, it is close to Grafitgrå's café and interior shop. You can also end your walk with a dip in lake Landsjön at Hunnerydsbadet.
Allemansrätten
The right of public access (Allemansrätten) allows you to explore Sweden’s nature. This unique privilege is based on shared responsibility, requiring everyone to respect wildlife, nature, landowners, and fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
The usual right of public access does not apply fully in the nature reserve, read more at Länsstyrelsen.
Good to know
- Length of hiking trail: 3,9 km
- Difficulty: Hilly terrain
- Potable water: Yes, at Vistavallen
- Shelters: No
- Barbecue/picnic areas: Yes
- Toilets: No
- Accessibility: No
- Parking: Yes, at Vistavallen
Äppledalen
North of Huskvarna, you’ll find Småland’s very own Tuscany – Äppledalen, the Apple Valley. Here, over 100,000 apple trees grow at Rudenstams and Vistakulle Fruit Orchards. This idyllic getaway is part of the East Vätterbranterna Biosphere Reserve and offers breathtaking views over Lake Landsjön and Lake Vättern, scenic orchards, nature reserves, local leather craftsmanship, interior design shops, charming countryside cafés, and farm stores. It’s the perfect complement to the buzz of the city.
