Culture & History

From age old petroglyphs and viking remains, to medieval strongholds and churches. Skåne is filled with fascinating historical landmarks where you can learn more about the past and lose yourself in the tales about our ancestors. 

See how the rich people of Skåne lived from the Middle Ages until today. The wealthy Danish nobility built strongholds and castles here before Skåne became Swedish. Enjoy a castle visit that reveals fascinating stories within their thick walls.

Skåne has some of the most important settlements of the Viking Age. Visit Sweden's only reconstructed Viking city, see famous rune stones, try the Viking market and watch fierce Viking battles.

Experience a 1,000-year old history - from the Viking Age at year 800 to the dramatic relations with the Danish neighbours and reminisce back to the 20th century. Here is a collection of the best history museums Skåne has to offer.

Built in 1499 as a residence for a Danish knight and his family, Glimmingehus is Sweden’s best-preserved medieval chateau. Take a guided tour in the secret passages and survey the features designed to keep out unwanted guests.

Skånes contemporary art museums spawn creativity, ignites minds, and provides inspiration. With extraordinary exhibitions of modern and contemporary art, they fuel conversations between the past and the present, the established and the experimental.

Looking for ways to keep the kids amused? Experience art and culture while your children get to run around, climb, skip and swing. From modern art to vikings and knights – we promise that Skåne will make both you and your children excited.

When you've had your fill of art, science and history, check out some of the lesser known museums – places that add something that little bit different.