A 2-Day Trip to Sweden’s Kulla Peninsula, With a Bonus Stop

Sweden’s Kulla Peninsula (Kullahalvön in Swedish) had been on my wishlist of places to visit for a good few years. I remember seeing some photos of the region on Instagram, and considering that it’s just a few hours from my home in Copenhagen, a trip there at some point seemed logical. 

At the same time, though, I had often overlooked it in favor of other places nearby. For example, I’ve been to Malmö well over 10 times and done numerous hiking trails in Denmark. Eventually, my girlfriend and I decided to *finally* make the effort to visit. Our mantra is that there’s no point in saying you want to do things but never making the plans to actually do them. 🙂

On an extended Easter weekend, we figured that Sweden’s Kulla Peninsula would be the perfect place to go for a staycation. This was helped by working with DiscoverCars—who I’ll talk more about shortly—but we already had plans to go there beforehand. I was expecting a peaceful getaway, which I got… but the peninsula ended up being one of my favorite places in the whole of Scandinavia. 

Even though we visited during the off-season (or perhaps because of it), we had a great trip. I truly think that the Kulla Peninsula is one of the most underrated regions in all of Sweden, and it’s a super rewarding place to visit. In this article, I’ll talk about how we spent our trip here—along with giving you some useful tips for when you decide to visit. 

*I visited the Kulla Peninsula with DiscoverCars. However, I chose the entire itinerary and booked all the accommodation myself. All views are also entirely my own.

First Of All… Here’s How We Got to the Peninsula

We took the train from Copenhagen to Malmö on the morning that we had to pick up our car. These trains run regularly throughout the day, and you do not need to book tickets in advance. I normally buy them through the Skånetrafiken app, which is available on iOS and Android, but you can also buy them from ticket booths at Copenhagen Central Station. 

Once we had our car, we headed for the Kulla Peninsula. The journey takes around an hour. While getting out of Malmö was a bit challenging; driving around in general is, in my opinion, quite hard, we had no issues once we left the city. The motorways in Sweden are generally very well-kept, and most drivers are respectful.

… and Here’s Where We Stayed

We debated whether we wanted to stay in a hotel or somewhere a bit more cozy. The main reason for visiting the Kulla Peninsula was to be out in nature, though, and we both needed a change of scenery from a busy first few months of the year in Copenhagen. So, we chose to go for something a bit more cozy. 

In the end, we stayed at a cozy little place called Kullaberg Tiny House by Tiny Away. It’s a short drive from Mölle; you need a car to get here more easily. Our cabin was very small, but it was quite comfortable. It felt a bit like glamping to me, which I also personally enjoyed. The host was very communicative throughout the stay and also super helpful, so I can definitely recommend it. 

Day 1: Arriving on the Peninsula and Hiking in the Kullaberg Nature Reserve

Now that I’ve covered some of the basics for you, I’ll go into our actual itinerary for our trip to the peninsula. We had some time before checking into our accommodation, and as a result, we chose to spend a bit of time in Mölle. This is one of the main villages on the peninsula, and it’s also really beautiful. We had a bit of a wander around, which was a gentle introduction. I also have to say that the roads in the village are very narrow and winding, and some of them go uphill, which was not very fun. 

We then headed to our accommodation to leave our stuff once we were ready. Besides getting the keys, we also just dropped our bags there before heading back into Mölle. Both of us were hungry at this point, and we therefore went to Mölle Krukmakeri (Google Maps location here) for lunch. Let’s just say that this was a recurring theme throughout the trip. 🤣

Both of us had pizza, and both of us also really enjoyed it. The place was quite busy with locals, which is always a good sign. The staff here were also very friendly, which is a nice bonus. 

After eating lunch, we then decided to spend the afternoon hiking. This was the main reason for us visiting in the first place, so it would have been foolish not to do that. We did a long but relatively easy hike in the Kullaberg Nature Reserve, which offered some great views of the cliffs at the Josefinelust bay. We also went to the lighthouse while we were there; it was a clear day, so we could see across the Öresund Strait from the cliffs. 

I would say that the hike we did is probably doable for most of the year, though I wouldn’t do it in high winds. Firstly, being on a cliff in high winds isn’t a good idea. Secondly, you definitely shouldn’t go down to the beach at Josefinelust when the waves are big. But when we were there, we had clear skies and very little wind. 

By the time we had finished the loop, we were ready to go to our dinner reservation. And yes, we did go to Mölle Krukmakeri again. And also yes, I did get another pizza, and… yes, it was good. 

Day 2: More Hiking, More Pretty Villages, and a Bonus Stop on the Way Home

Our idea for the second day was to basically do a loop of the peninsula and then head back to Malmö before the evening. We had thought about taking a trip to Lund on the way back, but since we’ve both been before and would rather give it more attention when we go there again, we chose not to. 

Breakfast: You Already Know Where It Was 🙂

We also had our breakfast at Mölle Krukmarkeri. Yeah, shocker… I know. 

I have to say, though, that the breakfast was really good. We both got a plate with lots of small dishes, and it was a lovely way to start the day. It was also nowhere near as busy as it had been when we went for lunch or dinner, which was a pleasant surprise. 

Once we had finished eating breakfast, we went to the ceramics store here and picked up some bowls as souvenirs. The ceramics are locally made, and they were very reasonably priced. You can also purchase some clothes here if you find anything that you like. 

Exploring More of Mölle Before Visiting Another Picturesque Village

Mölle Krukmakeri is very close to the town’s pretty harbor, and we went for a nice walk around here after finishing our breakfast. You can also get a great view toward the cliff at the end of the peninsula, and the houses are typically “Scandinavian scenic”, as I like to call them. 

Fewer than 1,000 people live in Mölle, so it’s not particularly big. Once we felt like we had seen everything, we got in the car and continued to Arild. While I liked Mölle, it felt a bit more like a resort town. In comparison, Arild definitely felt more “lived in”. It’s really, really beautiful, and well worth visiting if you’re going to be on the Kulla Peninsula. 

We mainly just walked around Arild, which has lots of colorful houses with thatched roofs. Again, the views out to the sea are also lovely on a clear day. With the exception of a few locals, we pretty much had the place to ourselves. I can imagine, however, that it would be busier if we were there in the summer. 

Hiking to Nimis: A Bit More Challenging Than I Expected

We still had quite a lot of time in our day, so we decided to visit the Nimis sculpture. I had been in two minds about whether to go there, but in the end, I’m happy we did. If you don’t know, Nimis is a sculpture in the unrecognized micronation of Ladonia. 

Nimis was created without permission from local authorities, which is why Lars Vilks decided to create Ladonia. You can walk down the sculpture to the seafront, but there are lots of rusty nails and the structure is a) wooden, and b) old. It’s also very cramped, and I struggled to get through some parts of it. So, you should be really careful if you choose to go. I also would not recommend climbing down if the weather isn’t good, either. 

You will see Nimis marked in the forest with multiple signs along the trail. While you’re there, you can also see the Arx rock sculpture. Getting there requires walking over lots of rocks and can be quite difficult, and like Nimis, I would not recommend climbing down there in bad weather.

To get to Nimis, we parked our car at this parking lot. Make sure that you park within the designated areas, though, as you can otherwise get a pretty hefty fine.

Our Late Lunch Was Worth the Wait

We started to head away from the Kulla Peninsula and back to Malmö after our hike, but before that, we were ready for some food. So, we chose to stop at Krapperups Slott; the castle is nice from the outside, but we didn’t spend too long there. For food, we went to Krapperups Kaffestuga (Google Maps location here)—which is a very pleasant café here. 

I had a sandwich with pickled herring and cheese, and it was delicious. The café is also a nice place to chill out in general, and the outdoor seating is great if you have a sunny day. I have to say that the cakes also looked very “🤤”. 

Stopping in a Pretty Village Close to Helsingborg Before Going Home

After leaving the Kulla Peninsula, we found ourselves close to Helsingborg. I’ve been there once before, and if I’m honest, I didn’t find it a particularly interesting city. I would be open to giving it another chance in the future, but for now, that’s my opinion (though the Kärnan castle has some great views of the city and is worth visiting IMO). 

Despite my thoughts on Helsingborg itself (and I’m sure that I’d be proven wrong if I went back), there are a few places nearby that I wanted to visit. The main one was a village called Råå. I had randomly found some photos of this place a few years back, and I was curious to see it in real life. Since we still had a bit of free time before we needed to return our car (and it wasn’t too far away anyway), we figured that going there made total sense. 

Råå was one of the most pleasant surprises of the trip. The village itself is very scenic, with a nice location close to the water and some lovely townhouses. The marina was also beautiful. It’s not a big place, and you can easily see everything in a few hours, but it was a lovely little detour for us. At some point, I’d be very interested in staying overnight and taking things super easy.  

From Helsingborg, it was a short drive to Malmö to return our car. We then got back on the train to Copenhagen. 

To be Honest, We Could Easily Have Spent Longer

Our trip to the Kulla Peninsula was a lovely way to spend a few days, and you could also have a great time if you’re there for an overnight stay. But to be honest, I would happily have spent a week or longer. In the future, I have every intention of doing precisely that.

There were numerous other hiking trails that I wanted to do in the Kullaberg Nature Reserve, and I’d love to stay more centrally in Mölle next time. Similarly, I would happily just go there and work remotely for a bit. Sweden in general is my favorite place to spend the summer, but I’d also happily go there in the off-season and balance writing with some photography and hiking. 

If you’ve got the time, I would recommend staying for a bit more time and traveling more slowly. I can imagine, for example, that 3-4 days here (or even longer) would be even better. You could also spend some time in Malmö or Lund before heading north, along with some time in Copenhagen before you fly home. As a side note, I recommend checking out my guide on the best things to do in Malmö if you want to see more of Sweden’s third-biggest city. 

You Don’t Necessarily Need to Visit in the Summer, Either

Although summer is very much the peak season (and when you’ll have the longest days), I think that you can have a great time on the Kulla Peninsula irrespective of when you visit. We went there in early April, and while it was a bit chilly, we were some of the only tourists in the place. 

I’d say that you should go whenever you have the time to. You will, however, need to keep in mind that daylight hours are much shorter during the winter. While it might snow, it’s more likely to be gray and wet. Oh, and also very windy. 

What Was It Like to Drive Around the Peninsula?

While the roads in Mölle and other towns were quite narrow, it was otherwise very easy to drive around the Kulla Peninsula. It’s definitely not like, for example, some of the roads I’ve been on in Iceland. 

Pretty much all the main roads are paved, though we did have to go on a dirt road to get to our accommodation. Much of the peninsula where you’ll drive is quite flat, which is also ideal. 

Some More Useful Tips for Visiting the Kulla Peninsula

Before wrapping up this article, I wanted to provide some extra tips to help you get the most out of your trip. First and foremost, accommodation on the Kulla Peninsula is very expensive in general. We paid the equivalent of $170 for one night, and that was during the off-season. Keep this in mind before you book. 

You will find some campsites on the peninsula, which is a good way to save some money. I don’t really recommend doing the Kulla Peninsula as a day trip, even though it’s close to Copenhagen and Malmö, as there’s quite a lot to see and do. 

I usually don’t recommend flying to the airport in Malmö (as Copenhagen Airport is better and serves more flights), but it can be useful if you’re visiting the Kulla Peninsula. You’ll find a handful of budget flights from different destinations in Sweden and Europe, including London. You can then go to pick up your car in Malmö after getting into the city, and continue from there to the peninsula. If you do this, I recommend staying overnight; I wrote a guide on where to stay in Malmö if this is what you choose. 

I also don’t recommend picking up your car in Copenhagen as you’ll need to factor in the cost of crossing the Öresund Bridge, which is pricier than if you take public transport. 

Sweden’s Kulla Peninsula Is Well Worth Your Time

I have to say that the Kulla Peninsula surpassed all of my expectations, even though I had set pretty high ones to begin with. It’s one of the most beautiful places in Sweden, which I can say with the utmost confidence having visited the country over 20 times. It’s also quite easy to get to, and driving around is pretty straightforward, too. 

While I’d recommend spending longer if you can, two days is a good amount of time to see quite a lot on the Kulla Peninsula. You can also visit other places in the south of Sweden; just make sure you schedule your car rental return to be in the evening. I would recommend keeping it until at least 18:00. 

Now that you’ve read this guide, you should have a better idea of how to spend your trip. If you have specific questions that need answering, feel free to leave a comment, and I’ll do what I can to help.