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In Örebro county, you can easily reach several outdoor swimming spots and lakes by bus.
For those who prefer lake swimming
Here are some outdoor swimming areas that you can easily reach by bus.
Borgmästareholmen swimming spot och Hagabadet
There are two swimming spots in central Askersund. One is located on the town’s small island, Borgmästareholmen. It has a sandy beach in a small bay, with shallow water that is good for swimming. The other swimming spot is Hagabadet. Here you will find swimming platforms, a sandy beach, changing rooms, and toilets. It is about 800 m from the bus stop to Borgmästareholmen and about 900 m to Hagabadet.
More information about:
- Bus stop Askersunds busstation, route 700, 704, 707, 752 (weekdays only) and 790
- Borgmästarholmens badet
- Hagabadet
Bäcksjön, Östansjö
Bäcksjön features a lovely public bathing area with a jetty, kiosk, swings, a volleyball court, changing facilities, showers and toilets. Everything you need for a perfect day out by the water. The bathing area is approximately 800 metres from Köpmangatan Östansjö bus stop.
More information about:
- Bus stop Köpmangatan Östansjö
- Route 705 and 795
- Public bathing areas on Hallsberg Municipality's website (in Swedish)
Hampetorp swimming spot
The swimming spot is located along the southern shore of Lake Hjälmaren, close to Hampetorp marina and a holiday village with a campsite and café. Facilities include swimming platforms and toilets. There are also large grass area, barbecue area and a beach volleyball court.
More information about:
- Bus stop Gluggstugan, route 890 (Sommarbussen)
- Hampetorps badplats - A swimming spots (Örebro kommun)
Photo: Susanne Flink - Örebro Kommuns web
Hjälmarbaden swimming spot
Hjälmarbaden is a swimming spot located just outside Ekeby-Almby in Örebro. It is a convenient, city-close beach suitable for everyone. The distance from the bus stop to the beach is 1.2 kilometres, offering a pleasant walk.
More information about:
- Bus stop Hjälmarbadsvägen, route 800 and 890 (Sommarbussen)
- Hjälmarbaden - A swimming spot (Örebro kommun)
Photo: Susanne Flink - Örebro Kommuns web
Hästhagens bryggbad
This swimming spot is close to the city and is for people living here and visitors. Bryggbadet is located within the Hästhagen recreation area, with the Svartån river flowing calmly nearby. There is a large green area where you can sit and relax, and you can swim from a swimming platform. On the inner side of the platform, the water is shallow and ideal for splashing and playing, while the outer side offers deeper water for swimming. Toilets and barbecue areas are available by the kiosk.
More information about:
- Bus stop:
- Stödjegränd, route 3 (city bus), 850 m from the bus stop to the swimming spot.
- Hagacentrum, route 6 (city bus) and route 520 och 890 (Sommarbussen). 1.6 km from the bus stop to the swimming spot.
- Hästhagens bryggbad - A swimming spot (Örebro kommun)
Photo: Gustav Axberg - Örebro Kommuns web
Karlslunds tegelbad
Karlslund Tegelbad is also a swimming spot close to the city. It is located by the Svartån river, in the middle of the Karlslund cultural reserve. At the swimming spot, there is a distinctive wooden staircase shaped like a fan. The wide steps invite you to sit down and relax for a while. Here, you can enjoy the sun and the calm surroundings by the water. There is a barbecue area and picnic tables nearby, which makes this a great place for an outing.
- Bus stop Stödjegränd, route 3 (city bus), 650 m from the bus stop to the swimming spot.
- Karlslunds tegelbad - A swimming spot (Örebro kommun)
Photo: Fredrik Kellén - Örebro Kommuns web
Lanna Badgruva
A swimming spot in a old quarry - today a recreation area.
Here you will find a sandy beach, a swimming platform, high cliffs, a playground, an outdoor gym, several barbecue areas, and a sun terrace. The swimming spot is very popular with young people. You can easily get here by bus. It is about 500 m from the bus stop to the swimming spot.
More information about:
- Bus stop Lanna Gruvområde, route 620 (weekdays only) and 600 (weekends and weekdays nights only)
- Lanna rekreationsområde webbplats (Lekebergs kommun)
Det är Lekebergs kommun som har hand om området
Lögardammen
The swimming spot is located in Latorp and consists of an artificial pond with a beach. Facilities include a diving tower, swimming platforms, wheelchair access ramp, changing cabins and toilets.
More information about:
- Bus stop Skogshyddan, route 506, 520 and 890 (Sommarbussen)
- Lögardammen - A swimming spot (Örebro kommun)
Photo: Susanne Flink - Örebro Kommuns web
Prästryggen swimming spot
Prästryggens swimming spot is located by Lake Väringen in Frövi. Here you will find a large sandy beach and a long swimming platform that extends into the water. There are toilets and changing rooms next to the swimming spot. It is about 600 m from Solliden to the swimming spot, and about 1.6 km from Frövi resecentrum.
More information about:
- Bus stop:
- Solliden (Lindesberg), route 351
- Frövi resecentrum, route 314
- Prästryggens badplats (Lindesbergs kommun)
- Prästryggens Camping
Ånnaboda Lake
The swimming spot at southern Ånnaboda Lake invites you to enjoy relaxing summer days by the water. There are several swimming platforms where you can sit and unwind, an accessible bathing ramp that makes it easy for everyone to get into the water, and a sandy beach that is perfect for both play and relaxation. Toilets are available nearby, making it easy to stay longer and enjoy the lake and its surroundings. The distance from the bus stop to the swimming spot is short.
For a more relaxed activity, there is an asphalt walking path of 2.5 kilometres around Lake Ånnaboda.
More information about:
For those who want to swim in a pool
Here are some swimming pools that you can easily reach by bus. Both indoor and outdoor pools.
Allébadet - indoor and outdoor
Allébadet in Hallsberg features a large swimming pool, a learner pool and a paddling pool with palm trees, a water slide and water features for children. During the summer, there is also an outdoor pool approximately 10 metres long. Outdoor showers, a sun deck and attractive green spaces are also available.
The swimming facility is approximately 600 metres from Hallsberg resecentrum and around 220 metres from the Kommunalkontoret bus stop.
More information about:
- Stops:
- Hallsberg resecentrum with route 703, 704, 707, 795, 831 and train
- Kommunalkontoret with route 704, 707 and 795
- Allébadet on Hallsberg municipalities website (in Swedish)
Djupadalsbadet - indoor and outdoor
Djupadalsbadet in Kumla is a water park for the whole family. There are heated indoor and outdoor pools. You can also relax in the relaxation area. It is about 1 km from Götgatan and about 1.2 km from Kumla Travel Center to the swimming spot.
More information about:
Energikällan – indoor only
In central Lindesberg, you will find Energikällan swimming centre. It has a water park, swimming pools, a relaxation area, and a gym. It is about 500 m from the bus stop to the swimming centre.
More information about:
- Bus stop Lindesbergs resecentrum, route 30 (weekdays only) and 31 (city bus), 300, 308 (weekdays only) and 351, 406, 420 and train
- Energikällan
Fellingsbrobadet - outdoor only
In Fellingsbro, there is an outdoor pool with a 50‑metre swimming pool. There is also a teaching pool and a children’s pool, all open throughout the summer. The pool is located next to Fellingsbro sports ground. It is about 1.5 km from the bus stop to the pool.
More information about:
- Bus stop Fellingsbro järnvägsstation, route 324 and 351
- Fellingsbrobadet (Lindesbergs kommun)
Gustavsvik - indoor and outdoor
Gustavsvik has both an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. The indoor area includes diving platforms and springboards, a 50‑metre lap pool, and a water park with slides. It is close to the bus stop.
More information about:
- Bus stop Klerkgatan, linje 7 (city bus) and 890 (Sommarbussen)
- Gustavsvik (in English)
Sannabadet - outdoor only
Sannabadet is an outdoor pool in Fjugesta with three pools, water slides, and a small pool for younger children. It is close to the bus stop.
More information about:
- Bus stop Sannabadet, route 600 and 630
- Sannabadet (Lekebergs kommun)
Badet drivs av Delfinens Simskola.
Vivallabadet - outdoor only
Vivallabadet is a heated outdoor pool for both children and adults. It is a great place to cool off on a warm summer day, swim a few laps, or relax by the pool. The pool is located close to Vivalla Centrum and is only about 300 metres from the bus stop.
More information about:
- Bus stop:
- Vivalla centrum, route 1 and 3 (city bus)
- Vivallabadet
Voxbadet - outdoor only
Voxbadet is a heated outdoor pool in Varberga that is perfect for a summer day out with family and friends. The pool is located in a green area with plenty of space for play, relaxation, and picnics. Thanks to its convenient location and short walk from the bus stop, Voxbadet is an easy destination for anyone looking to enjoy a day by the pool. It is about 600 metres from the bus stop to the pool.
More information about:
- Bus stop:
- Varberga torg, route 2 (city bus)
- Voxbadet