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Day 1 – Bicycle check and planning<\/summary>\n

You will arrive on your own at Fredensborgs Herrg\u00e5rd<\/a>, where Lena and her team will welcome you. After check-in, you have access to the entire farm and can relax after your trip, ready for your Sm\u00e5land digging adventures. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n

Day 2 – Rock ‘n’ roll ride<\/summary>\n

Today is the day to get in the saddle!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Approximately 80 km of gravel cycling and about 1.000 meters of elevation gain await during the Sm\u00e5land Gravel Adventure. You will start heading west along winding roads, the early climbs rewarding you with breathtaking views of the Sm\u00e5land landscape. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Along the way, you will pass several lakes and charming villages. At some point, you will stop to enjoy packed lunches provided by the hotel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today’s destination is Hultsfred, a town with a rich musical heritage. Here you’ll check in at Hotell Hulingen, owned by one of the founders of the legendary Hultsfred Festival. Tonight’s dinner comes with a rock ‘n’ roll theme and stories from the golden days of the festival. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n

Day 3 – Highway to Vimmerby<\/summary>\n

After a good night’s sleep and a generous breakfast buffet, another exciting stage of gravel road cycling through the Sm\u00e5land forests awaits. About 80 km and 900 meters of altitude difference are on today’s agenda. You cycle on scenic gravel roads that connect small Sm\u00e5land villages. Today there are some short stretches of asphalt but the majority of the route is on gravel, making your Sm\u00e5land gravel adventure memorable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your destination for the day is Vimmerby, where you check in at Karakt\u00e4rshotellet. Before dinner, you have the opportunity to unwind at the hotel, perhaps take a walk into Vimmerby or hang out in the pool area. <\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n

Day 4 – Gravel race in Astrid Lindgren land<\/summary>\n

Today’s stage covers just over 70 km and 900 meters of altitude difference, almost entirely on gravel roads. Today we cycle through the heart of Astrid Lindgren’s Sm\u00e5land, passing villages that inspired her famous stories, including Emil i L\u00f6nneberga. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Take your time, take some pictures, and fully enjoy this last day of cycling in this magical landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back at Fredensborgs Herrg\u00e5rd, a hot sauna and a refreshing swim in the lake await before we gather for a final farewell dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Day 5 – Are we done already?<\/summary>\n

Is this the end of your adventure, or are you hungry for more? If you still have energy left, leave your belongings at Fredensborgs Herrg\u00e5rd and head out on another tour of the stunning surroundings for more Sm\u00e5land tomb adventures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are happy to recommend additional routes if you want to make the most of your time before heading home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you want a shorter adventure, you can find it HERE<\/a><\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n

Accommodation on this trip<\/summary>\n
Fredenborg Manor<\/a><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr>
Hulingen Hotel<\/a><\/td>\"\"\/<\/td><\/tr>
Karakt\u00e4rshotellet<\/a><\/td>\"\"<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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Contact us<\/a> or read our FAQ<\/a> for more information!<\/p>\n\n

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