Bottnaryds urskog

A nature reserve with very old coniferous forest

  • Nature reserve
  • Old coniferous forest
  • Plenty of blueberries
  • Bottnaryd

Experience 400-year-old pine trees

Bottnaryd's primeval forest (Bottnaryds urskog), as the name suggests, is a very old coniferous forest, with pines up to 400 years old. The nature reserve is an area with coniferous forest, marshland, and diverse wildlife and plant life.

The forest consists of dried and fallen trees, which not only testify to bygone times but also play an important role for plant life. The area is not only for those with a keen interest in plants; it also has rich wildlife, and the marshland area is a place where moose and deer often gather.

Södra Vätterleden hiking trail runs through the nature reserve, connecting Mullsjö and Huskvarna. If you are out hiking, remember that it is a nature reserve, so be extra careful with the environment.

Berry picking

If you visit Bottnaryds Urskog during blueberry season, we recommend bringing something to pick blueberries in, as there are many lovely blueberry bushes to gather your blue berries from.

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

  • Potable water: No
  • Shelter/Wind protection: No
  • Barbecue/picnic area: No
  • Toilet: No
  • Accessibility: Inaccessible
  • Parking: Yes

How to get here

You can easily reach Bottnaryds urskog by car or bus.

If you are driving, enter Bottnaryd and on the left side you will see a sign for the nature reserve. Parking is available at the designated spot.

If travelling by bus, get off at Bottnaryd's first stop, and then you have 500 meters to the primeval forest. Bus line 131. The stop is called Bottnaryd Nygatan.

Timetable and tickets, visit jlt.se External link, opens in new window.

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