Discover the countryside of Linköping

Leave the city pulse behind for Eklandskapet and the rolling plains of Östgötaslätten. In the countryside of Linköping, cozy farm shops, local producers, unique crafts, flea markets, and eateries await, making each excursion unique. Welcome to the countryside and let yourself be inspired!

From Östgötaslätten to the Nobel banquet – experience the local food culture

Östergötland has made its mark on the culinary map. Here, local food producers supply ingredients all the way to Michelin restaurants and Nobel banquets, and in the countryside of Linköping, you can experience this food passion up close. In the region, you will find everything from game and artisanal cheeses to local farm breweries.

Among the flavorful stops is Löt Gårdsmejeri in Gammalkil, where cow and goat milk are processed into delicate dairy products. Their goat cheese was served as an appetizer at the Nobel banquet, and the farm’s goats also graze in Sweden’s first combined solar and goat park. For those who love the scent of freshly baked goods, Boställets Wood-Fired Bakery awaits out on the plains. If you’re instead curious about local beer, Vreta Kloster Brewery offers combined food and beer experiences, while Ölsbo Farm Brewery invites you to tastings of beer brewed exclusively with Swedish malt and hops. Don’t miss visiting Liselund Brewery & Smokehouse.

If you’re looking for something sweet in the beautiful Eklandscape south of Linköping, Stafsäter Farm Ice Cream is a must-stop for locally produced ice cream of the highest quality. If you want to take the food experience a step further and combine it with a unique accommodation adventure, you can relax at Naturlogi – snuggle up by the fire, take a hot bath in the middle of the forest, and just enjoy the tranquility.

Greenery and Joy of Growing

For those with green fingers or who just want to be surrounded by calm, verdant environments, there’s plenty of inspiration to draw from. At Växthuset Rökinge Gård, you step into a greenhouse filled to the brim with plants and vegetables, while Graninge Köksträdgård and Eksjöhult småbruk invite you to small-scale farming where you can purchase freshly harvested produce directly from the ground. If you want to combine gardening dreams with creative ideas, Garden & Reuse at Grönlund is a must-stop for inspiration for both the flower bed and home decor.

Country life, animal encounters, wool and historical vibes

The Östgöta countryside also offers genuine experiences for the whole family. At the historic Tuna Kungsgård, with roots dating back to the time of Magnus Ladulås and Gustav Vasa, you can walk in the cultural landscape and buy meat and fur products from the farm’s own sheep in the cozy farm shop. In Brokind, you will find Björkeberg Lamm & Vilt, where you can buy game and lamb meat while you greet the farm’s curious lambs, ducks, and horses. Another cozy stop is Elins Lockar where you can meet animals, have a coffee, visit a flea market, and buy handicrafts in the same place. For those who love materials with texture and soul, Ullspinneriet i Brink is a must-stop. Here you can browse among yarns and wool products in beautiful colors.

Interior, Art, and Local Crafts

For those who want to explore unique interior details, art, and local crafts, there are several gems to visit. The newly opened Butik Säby Gård offers a rural feel with beautiful sheepskins and interior items, while Billa Gård combines inspiration for home and greenhouse with popular events such as flea markets and marketplaces. At Haddorps Gårdsbutik you will find both local food products, fine interior details, and a café for a coffee break. Don’t miss Trädgårdstorps Gård – a place for you who are looking for clothes, interior items, and want to treat yourself to a coffee.

At Holms Magasin, art and crafts are exhibited together in an inspiring environment. Objects with character can be found at Hagdahls Smide, where iron becomes beautiful details for both home and garden. At Skeda Loge, sustainability is at the center. Here, crafts are mixed with recycling and guest exhibitors in an environment with a big heart. If you also want to try ceramics and try throwing clay yourself, there is an opportunity for that at Kuseboholm Gård.

Explore even more in the countryside

This is just a small selection of all the experiences that await in the Östergötland countryside. Do you want to discover more gems, plan your route, or find new favorites? Be sure to click through to our experience map, where we have gathered a large part of the countryside’s pearls in one place!

Are you also on the hunt for unique finds, antiques, and upcycling? Check out our page ”Your big guide to Linköping’s flea markets and second-hand shops” where we have collected Linköping’s best flea markets, secondhand shops, and antique dealers, both in the city and out in the countryside.