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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Simrishamn

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Simrishamn, Sweden

Updated September 4, 2020

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Prästens Badkar (The Priests Bathtub)

Simrishamn, Sweden

Prästens Badkar (The Priests Bathtub)

The world's only above water sand volcano, believed to once be the bathtub of a priest.
The stone.

Simrishamn, Sweden

Simrislundsristningen (Simrislund Carvings)

These Bronze Age rock carvings are among the oldest in the region.
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Gislönvshammar Millstone Mine

Gislövshammar, Sweden

Gislövshammar

These mysterious circular formations are actually remnants of 19th century gristmills.
5 miles from Simrishamn
Sankt Olof Holy Springs

Simrishamn V, Sweden

Sankt Olof Holy Springs

These two springs are tied to several legends, one of which involves the travels of Saint Olof.
10 miles from Simrishamn
Ales Stenar

Ystad, Sweden

Ales Stenar

According to legend, this boat-shaped henge is built over the grave of a mythic king.
16 miles from Simrishamn
Lövestad Carved Statues.

Sjöbo, Sweden

Lövestad Carved Statues

Rocks carved with biblical passages in the 1800s.
20 miles from Simrishamn
Arriving at Yangtorp

Jönstorp, Sweden

Yangtorp Sanctuary

A Chinese meditation center in the middle of rural Sweden, partly funded by a member of ABBA.
22 miles from Simrishamn
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