Halmstad is located on the west coast of Sweden in the province of Halland and is its largest city. One of the main attractions is Halmstad Castle, which was built at the end of the 16th century and later extended. Other attractions include the regional art museum and the open-air museum Hallandsgården. For active vacationers, the Kattegattleden, an award-winning national cycle path, offers a unique opportunity to explore the picturesque coastal landscape.
