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Photo: Cartographer Edvard Cohrs (1858-1934). Scanned by LA2, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
A known birdwatching site. Naturum visitor center.
Lake Tåkern is a lake in Östergötland County, Sweden. It is considered one of northern Europe's foremost bird lakes. It is 12 km (7.5 mi) long and 8 km (5.0 mi) wide, with an average depth only 0.8 metres. The lake lies around 20 km (12 mi) west of Mjölby, bordering in the west to Omberg. The whole lake, with the surrounding beaches, has been a nature reserve since 1975. From April to the end of July, it is not open to the public, except for visiting areas and walking routes.
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Toy Museum
In a building from the 16th century. Tells the story of the town.
From the 16th century, it was built as a fortress to protect the rich Mälaren Valley from the Danish Empire. Rebuilt into a Renaissance palace by the royal Vasa family and since then very well-preserved. Guided tours are offered all year. Museum with furnishings from 16-18th centuries.
City Hall
The oldest city hall in Sweden, built in the early 15th century.
One of the largest medieval churches in Scandinavia. It holds a large collection of medieval wooden sculptures. Next to the altar is Saint Bridget of Sweden's reliquary.