Torekov

Torekov is at the western point of Bjare, a small fishing village of white and yellow houses that became a summer place without being rebuilt as a resort. The morning dip at the Kallbadhus is close to an institution here: people go in at set times whatever the temperature, and the ritual has its own etiquette. Offshore lies Hallands Vadero, a nature reserve island of about three hundred hectares with old broadleaf woodland, seals hauled out on the rocks and a bird station, reached by a small boat from the harbour that runs frequently in summer. The Bjare coastal path passes through, and Hovs Hallar's cliffs are along it.

Background

Torekov belongs to Båstad Municipality in Skåne and had 863 inhabitants in 2010 on 1.78 square kilometres. It still works as a fishing village, though today it is better known as a summer resort. The long-distance trail Skåneleden passes through the village, running north to Hovs hallar and south to Vejbystrand, so the coast here can be walked in both directions.

Source: Wikipedia, "Torekov"

What you'll find

• The morning dip at the bathhouse - with its own etiquette.
• A small white fishing village - never rebuilt as a resort.
• Hallands Vadero offshore - woodland, seals and a bird station.
• The Bjare coastal path - running through the village.

When to go

June to August for boats and services. Half a day.

What to expect

The island boat is seasonal and weather dependent. Water temperatures are low even in August. Summer parking is difficult. Out of season most of the village closes.

Nearby

Hovs Hallar is north-east; Bastad is east.

Key facts