Astrid Lindgren's World
A theme park where the stories of Pippi Longstocking and Emil come to life - villages and scenes from Sweden's beloved children's author, acted out live.
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In Vimmerby, the Smaland town where Astrid Lindgren grew up, a theme park brings her stories to life: the villages, farms and houses of Pippi Longstocking, Emil, the Bullerby children and more, with actors playing the characters through the day. It is a gentle, story-led park aimed squarely at children and families.
What you actually see
- Villa Villekulla - Pippi Longstocking's house, climbable and explorable.
- Emil's Katthult - the farm and workshop of Emil of Lonneberga.
- Live performances - actors playing the beloved characters through the day.
- The story villages - the built settings from Lindgren's many tales.
When to go
The summer season, roughly June to August, when the park is open and the performances run; it closes outside the warm months. Weekdays are calmer than weekends.
Honest expectations
It is a gentle, imagination-led park with performances rather than thrill rides, so its magic is for young children and readers of the stories. It is seasonal and in rural Smaland, a real journey. The performances are largely in Swedish, though the settings speak for themselves.
Nearby
Vimmerby and the Smaland lakes and glassworks are around; Kalmar and Oland lie to the south-east.
What to pack for Astrid Lindgren's World
Chosen from what this place is for. Tap a kit for the full checklist.
Opening times, ticket prices and seasonal closures change - check the official source before you go: official site.
