Lund

Temples & religious sites

Lund Cathedral

The cathedral of the Diocese of Lund in Sweden, once the seat of an archbishopric that oversaw all of Scandinavia. As one of the oldest stone buildings still standing in Sweden, it bears the marks of centuries gone by.

Parks & gardens

Dalby Söderskog National Park

A very small national park near Lund, designated in 1918. In spring, a variety of wildflowers bloom among the deciduous woods, making it a pleasant place for a walk.

Attraction

Lund Observatory

This former observatory building of Lund University served as a hub of astronomical research from 1867 to 2001. It still stands today as a historic landmark reflecting the campus's past.

Castles & palaces

Borgeby Castle

A castle in Lomma Municipality in Skåne, southern Sweden, standing on the banks of the Kävlinge River, Skåne's largest river. It offers a chance to enjoy the quiet charm of an old castle set against the riverside scenery.

Museums & galleries

Skissernas Museum – Museum of Artistic Process and Public Art

An art museum on the campus of Lund University, specializing in sketches and drawings made for public art. Its collection of some 30,000 works includes preparatory studies by masters such as Henry Moore, Diego Rivera, and Matisse.

Zoos & aquariums

Botaniska trädgården

Run by Lund University, this botanical garden spans 8 hectares and is home to over 7,000 plant species. Admission is free, and visitors can explore greenhouses recreating nine different climate zones.

Temples & religious sites

All Saints Church

A church that opened on All Saints' Day in 1891, located about 600 meters north of Lund Cathedral. It offers a modest, quiet atmosphere worth exploring.

Castles & palaces

Viderup Castle

A manor house in the Skåne region featuring a two-story main building and two single-story annexes arranged around a courtyard. It's a great place to admire its antique architectural beauty up close.