Best trails in Åsnen National Park
Åsnen National Park is 1,873 hectares in size and is located in Alvesta and Tingsryd municipalities, adjacent to Växjö municipality. 75% of its surface area consists of water, making it an ideal place to experience wilderness and explore a diverse plant and animal life.
Visitors can also enjoy the park's unique landscape, including the old beech forest, the archipelago lake and its many islands and skerries.
In addition, the forest at Bjurkärr (located at the Sunnabron entrance) is particularly special due to its old, untouched primeval forest-like quality and rich variety of lichens, fungi and living insects.
For families with small children, the legendary Trollberget mountain on the west side of Åsnen offers exciting forest walks.
Top trails
1
(70)
•Moderate
•4.6 mi
•Est. 1h 49m
Beautiful hiking trail around Toftåsa bog in Åsnen National Park. Common plant species include crow's-ear, rush and sedge. Linnea also grows on the solid ground. During the spring it is possible to hear cranes and grouse. The paths are narrow and mainly stretch over peatlands which can be damp during certain parts of the year.
2
(45)
•Easy
•1.7 mi
•Est. 43m
The path goes through different forest environments, including deciduous and coniferous forest, with different bird species and much more. In the center of the peninsula is a small sandy beach suitable for swimming. The path is narrow and sometimes rocky, with sections passing through wet peatlands for parts of the year.
Highlights:
- View of lake
- beautiful forest environments
- narrow and rocky paths
3
(33)
•Moderate
•1.6 mi
•Est. 40m
Bjurkärr's beach loop takes you along Åsnen's shoreline and offers beautiful nature with old beech-dominated deciduous forests, rare lichens, mosses, and rich wildlife. The trail is marked in orange.
At the starting point, there is a parking space for cars.
Highlights:
- Lush beech forest
- Bird watching
- Åsnen National Park
4
(3)
•Easy
•1.2 mi
•Est. 29m
This hiking trail goes in a loop around the northern part of Toftåsa bog, which mostly consists of a high bog type bog. In the north there is also a good vantage point.
At the starting point is a rest cabin with a good view of lake Åsnen.
Highlights:
- Tufted bog
- Donkey's National Park
- view of the Aspöfjord
5
(5)
•Moderate
•1.2 mi
•Est. 36m
This hiking loop starts at the Trollberget parking lot in Åsnen National Park and goes west through the national park's woodland.
A little to the east of the starting point is Västra Åsnen and a number of barbecue areas with fantastic views.
Highlights:
- Åsnen National Park
- Forest paths
- Barbecue areas by lake Västra Åsnen
6
(5)
•Easy
•1.1 mi
•Est. 24m
Bjurkärr's Bokslinga takes you along Åsnen's shoreline and offers beautiful nature with old beech-dominated deciduous forests, rare lichens, mosses and a rich wildlife. The trail is suitable for wheelchairs and prams.
Highlights:
- Lush beech forest
- Bird watching
- Åsnen National Park
- Pram and wheelchair accessibility
7
Easy
•1.1 mi
•Est. 29m
This hiking trail starts at an old farm and goes around the only path on the small island of Bergön across a hilly landscape, which is located in the middle of western Västra Åsnen and is completely covered in forest.
To reach the island and the hiking trail, you need to take a boat to the island.
Highlights:
- Western Donkey
- Beautiful forest paths
- Åsnen National Park
8
Easy
•0.3 mi
•Est. 7m
The scenic and short trail Östra Torpaslingan stretches from the Sunnabron's entrance in an eastern direction and ends at the remains of Torpet Sundet near the bridge. Not only is the trail a popular destination for hiking enthusiasts, but it also accommodates the needs of people who use wheelchairs and strollers.
Visitor info
Hours & contact
Open 24 hours
Passes & fees
No fee required
General park hours
Every day • Open 24 hours
Phone
010-223 70 00
No entrance fee or pass is required.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike in Åsnen National Park?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Åsnen National Park is Toftåsa Myr – Södra och Norra Slingan Loop, which has a 4.7 star rating from 70 reviews. This trail is 4.6 mi long with an elevation gain of 492 ft.
What is the longest trail in Åsnen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Åsnen National Park is Toftåsa Myr – Södra och Norra Slingan Loop. This trail is estimated to be 4.6 mi long.
How many trails are in Åsnen National Park?
There are 8 trails in Åsnen National Park. These trails have an average 4.5-star rating from 181 AllTrails community reviews.
Which trail has the most elevation gain in Åsnen National Park?
If you're looking for elevation gain, Åsnen National Park has you covered. Toftåsa Myr – Södra och Norra Slingan Loop boasts the most elevation gain with 492 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Lodjursslingan (Trollberget), which will get you 262 ft of elevation gain.
Are there running trails available in Åsnen National Park?
According to AllTrails.com, there is 1 running trail in Åsnen National Park which is Skogsslingan (Trollberget) with an average 4.3 star rating from 51 community reviews.