Kristianstad

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Kristianstad
Kristianstad
Kristianstad

Book a holiday to Kristianstad and experience this historical Swedish town with plenty of cultural and natural experiences to be had for all.

Kristianstad is situated in the southern Swedish county of Skane, around 96 kilometres north east of Malmo and 125 kilometres south of Vaxjo. Kristianstad was founded in 1614 by Danish king Christian IV, whom it was also named after.

If you have an interest in history, there are many worthwhile places to see during your weekend in Kristianstad. Walk around the ruins of the 10th century castle Aosehus, and marvel at the majestic Church of the Holy Trinity, built in the 15th century by Christian IV. Impressively, its beautiful baroque organ from 1630 is still in use today. Don't miss the Artillery Museum where you can see more modern military vehicles and artillery pieces and visit exhibitions and lectures about military history.

Kristianstad is also home to the Vattenriket, an eco museum and protected wetland within walking distance from the train station and city centre. Start your visit to the reserve at Naturum, where you can learn more about species that live here, such as eagles, storks and cranes. Book a guided boat tour or rent a canoe and travel along Helge River. The centrally located swimming pool Tivolibadet offers another type of water experience for young and old.

Kulturkvarteret Kristianstad is a melting pot of different cultural phenomena. Here you can attend concerts, theatre, stand up, literary meets, lectures and lots of other events. Cultural events are also held at Kristianstads Teater and in Kristianstad Arena, which also hosts sporting events like handball tournaments.

Half an hour west of Kristianstad you find the splendid Tykarps Cave, where you on a guided tour can descend twelve metres underground. After the tour around the massive cavities and tunnels, head back up for a coffee at the café or stay and enjoy a candle lit dinner down in the mine. Get to the caves by car, but around Kristianstad itself it is easy to get around by train or bus.

Travel to Kristianstad by plane to Kristianstad Osterlen Airport and continue by car along motorway E22 or with local transport.

Book a holiday to Kristianstad, close to both city life and nature. These are just some examples of all the things that await.

Quality Hotel Grand, Kristianstad

Quality Hotel Grand, Kristianstad

3 out of 5
V. Storgatan 15, Kristianstad
The price is P5,990 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,990
P6,709 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kristianstad. Enjoy free breakfast, a nightclub, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast, superb location, very close to the bus / train station. Been here the last 3 years for 5 night stays every time. My come-to place in Kristianstad."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2025

Quality Hotel Grand, Kristianstad
Home Hotel Christian IV

Home Hotel Christian IV

4 out of 5
V Boulevarden 15, Kristianstad
The price is P6,584 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P6,584
P7,374 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kristianstad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (605 reviews)
"Staff was helpful !"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Home Hotel Christian IV
Stadshotellet Kristianstad

Stadshotellet Kristianstad

3 out of 5
Nya Boulevarden 8, Kristianstad
The price is P4,949 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P4,949
P5,543 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kristianstad. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing staff. Friendly, professional and efficient. Located as central as it can be. Beautiful tasteful interior with deep big windows. Breakfast was delicious. I wish the pillows could have been more comfortable. A bit too thick and hard."

Reviewed on Jul 6, 2025

Stadshotellet Kristianstad
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.
Yggdrasil Igloo Water Huts Skåne

Yggdrasil Igloo Water Huts Skåne

3 out of 5
Stanstorp 212, Hoor, Skåne län
Stay at this 3-star beach cabin in Hoor. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Skånes Djurpark and Fulltofta Nature Center are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Vi kommer garanterat tillbaka , supernöjda !
"Fantastisk plats ! Så oerhört mysigt och lugnt område. Fantastiskt fågelliv, vi såg både havsörn och vita hägrar precis intill boendet. Fina gröna skogsområden runt för promenad. Bra utrymme i boendet och alla man kan behöva i redskap . Välstädat och fint ."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Yggdrasil Igloo Water Huts Skåne
Åhus Resort

Åhus Resort

3 out of 5
Kolonivägen 39, Aahus
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Aahus. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Åhus Strand and Täppet Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (146 reviews)
There is better accommodation in Sweden....
"A very poor price-performance ratio."

Reviewed on May 25, 2024

Åhus Resort
Trädgårdshuset i Sankt Olof

Trädgårdshuset i Sankt Olof

3 out of 5
Albogatan 11, Sankt Olof
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Sankt Olof. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions The English Garden and Kivik Art Centre are ...
6.8/10 (15 reviews)
"Fin leilighet og veldig hyggelig vert. Anbefales."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Trädgårdshuset i Sankt Olof
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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