Söderåsen National Park

Söderåsen National Park is located in the Skåne region of southern Sweden. Nearby cities and towns include Helsingborg, Lund, and Malmö. Established in 1963, the park has a rich history dating back to the Bronze Age, with evidence of human activity found in the area. The park offers ample parking facilities with several parking areas spread throughout the park. Visitors can park for a fee, and specific rules and regulations may apply. Söderåsen National Park is home to a diverse range of native wildlife, including red deer, roe deer, wild boar, and hares. Birdwatchers will delight in spotting species like the great spotted woodpecker, the tawny owl, and the Eurasian eagle-owl. The park's flora is equally impressive, with forests dominated by beech, oak, and spruce. Visitors may encounter common plants like bluebells, wild strawberries, and bilberries. Unique vegetation includes the rare southern beech and the endangered marsh helleborine. Notable features of Söderåsen National Park include the Söderåsen ridge, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, and the Skäralid waterfall, one of the highest waterfalls in southern Sweden. Visitors can also explore historical sites like the Bronze Age burial mounds and the medieval castle ruins. Public transport is available to reach Söderåsen National Park. Visitors can take a train to Helsingborg or Lund and then connect to local buses that serve the park. Alternatively, visitors can drive to the park and use the designated parking areas. Photo Credit: Sinikka Halme, Auquamitzi and Haneli79