Bastad

Travel Guide

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Photo by Mike Karlson
Photo by Mike Karlson
Photo by Mike Karlson
Photo by Anna W Gustafson

Bastad in southern Sweden is famous for its tennis tournament and its spectacular natural surroundings. Droves of Swedes holiday in Bastad every year, in a picturesque and traditional seaside town.

The gorgeous town of Bastad is as synonymous with tennis to a Swede as Wimbledon is to a Brit. Swedish Open is held here two weeks in july every year. See a match during the tournament or play a game yourself – there are plenty of courts to choose from around town. Visit the local Sweden Tennis Museum if you are a true fan of the sport. Swedish Open is not the only popular event that takes place in Bastad. Bastad Chamber Music Festival in June and Lilla Filmfestivalen in August draw their own crowds.

Shop on Kopmansgatan, where a good selection of shops is mixed with charming cafés. There are plenty of good restaurants in Bastad, and if you want to sample the delicious fresh fish and seafood of the region you will find the best places closest to the harbour. Take advantage of the coastal location and spend a day or two on the beach. Laholmsbukten consists of one beautiful, long, sandy beach after another so you can just take your pick.

Go on a tour on horseback if you want a different experience of the Bastad surroundings. Explore the caves and fascinating rock formation at Hovs Hallar. Climb Grieve Backar, which is made up of grass covered eskers, or play golf at one of the beautiful golf courses that are spread across the rolling landscape.

Bastad is often seen as a summer town, but it has much to offer independent of the season. Go ice skating on Klarningen or Hemmeslov during winter. There are also opportunities for both cross country and downhill skiing. The well kept slopes at Vallasen have a combined length of just over five kilometres, and the slightly hilly landscape in Halehall is perfect for a moderately challenging cross country trek.

It's not hard to get to Bastad. Get the train to Lund or Malmo from other places in Sweden and continue by bus to Bastad. Fly to Gothenburg, Malmo or Copenhagen and travel the last bit by bus or train. While in Bastad it is easy to get to all the major sites with local buses or by bike.

Bastad offers exciting events and unique adventures in nature. Discover the Swedish west coast at its best in Bastad.

Hotel Skansen Båstad

Hotel Skansen Båstad

4.5 out of 5
Kyrkogatan 2, Bastad
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Bastad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Bastad Center Court and Skansenbadet are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (751 reviews)
Nice ambience in cozy Båstad
"The hotel offers a charming atmosphere in the heart of Båstad. The interior is well-designed, with plenty of seating areas and fireplaces, creating a relaxing environment. The rooftop pool and bar area are particularly appealing and provide a great spot to unwind. One unique aspect is the constant ..."

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2024

Hotel Skansen Båstad
Hotell och Restaurang Hovs Hallar

Hotell och Restaurang Hovs Hallar

3 out of 5
Hovshallavägen 160, Bastad
The price is P7,619 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P7,619
P8,533 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bastad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Torekovs Golf Club and Bjärekusten ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (630 reviews)
"I didn’t like that it was described as a very good hotel- when it came out as an ordinary place with a not too good restaurant"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2023

Hotell och Restaurang Hovs Hallar
Pensionat Enehall

Pensionat Enehall

2.5 out of 5
10 Stationsterrassen, Bastad, Skåne län
The price is P7,117 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P7,117
P7,971 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bastad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bastad Harbour and Bastad Center Court are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (175 reviews)
Trevligt boende!
"Det var lätt och checka in/ut. Lätt och hitta rummet. Tyst när man stängde fönstret. Lite trångt i frukostrummet, många gäster på en gång i ett litet rum. Bra med fri parkering."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Pensionat Enehall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
12 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum

12 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum

2.5 out of 5
Bastad
Stay at this vacation home in Bastad. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Bjärekusten Nature Reserve and Bastad Golf Club ...
12 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum
8 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum

8 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum

2 out of 5
Bastad
Stay at this vacation home in Bastad. Enjoy free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Bastad Center Court and Skansenbadet are located nearby.
8 Person Holiday Home in Bastad-by Traum
5 Person Holiday Home in Bastad

5 Person Holiday Home in Bastad

2.5 out of 5
Bastad
Stay at this vacation home in Bastad. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and balconies. Popular attractions Bastad Center Court and Bastad Harbour are located ...
5 Person Holiday Home in Bastad
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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