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- Västra stranden beach – Simstadion Brottet
Västra stranden beach – Simstadion Brottet
The section between Västra Stranden and Simstadion Brottet along Prins Bertil’s Trail offers a varied hike where open sea views meet peaceful forest. From the sand dunes at the beach, the trail leads into a quiet pine forest before reaching the coast again at Simstadion Brottet.
Of course, you can walk the trail in either direction. Here, we’ve listed sights and activities along the stretch from Västra Stranden to Simstadion Brottet.
Distance
This section is 2 km long and takes approximately 24 minutes to walk.
The hub: Västra stranden beach
Västra Stranden beach is a wide sandy beach about 1.2 kilometers long. It’s a popular spot for families with kids – as well as four-legged friends. Since it’s not an official swimming beach, dogs are welcome here all year round.
The Civil Airfield
In 1935, the Civil Airfield was built at the initiative of the Swedish Aviation Association and was used by the Halmstad Flying Club, founded in 1936. On June 20, 1944, two American bombers made emergency landings here while returning from a bombing raid over Germany.
Aleskogen Nature Reserve External link, opens in new window.
Aleskogen Nature Reserve (swe) External link, opens in new window. – also called “Alet” – is one of Sweden’s richest bird habitats, home to around 25 species and roughly 200 nesting pairs. Its old alder swamp forest, wetlands, diverse plant life, and dense shrubs make it ideal for birds. The lesser spotted woodpecker is one of the rarer species found here.
The hub: Simstadion Brottet
Simstadion Brottet began as a quarry where stone was extracted for building harbor piers at the mouth of the Nissan River. Stone cutting started here at Kolhallsklippan in 1837. Over time, the quarry filled with water and quickly became a popular swimming spot. This was the beginning of today’s Simstadion Brottet—or simply “Brottet,” as locals often call it.
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The stretch between Simstadion Brottet and Grötvik winds through a dramatic coastal landscape with cliffs, small bays, and views of the open sea. Along the way, you’ll pass historical landmarks and peaceful natural areas—all with the ocean always close by.