Askersund Open Air Museum

Askersund, Sweden

Askersund Open Air Museum is made up of a collection of original historic buildings, collected from the around the district and moved to the site. One of the oldest, Tullstagen, was built in the late 18th century. During the summer a miniature train runs from the harbour to the museum. There is a cafeteria in one of the old buildings. You will also find a children’s zoo and small playground here. The museum is located close to the city park.

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Ilja Richter (4 months ago)
Very nice place, ceps and chanterelles in the forest. We stood there for one night. Idyllic and quiet.
Robert Stockhaus (German Google Guide) (5 months ago)
Really awesome location, I fell in love with nature right away ? I agree with you all, the place is really awesome, would come by a second time ?
Jurriaan Grootes (16 months ago)
Nice place to stop on the way. Take a peek inside and enjoy the view.
Leif Kuhlin (2 years ago)
Interesting with historical sites
Sebastian Ljung (2 years ago)
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