Overlooking Skälder Bay, Arild is a Swedish seaside town backed by the mountainous landscapes of the Kullen Peninsula. It’s associated with the legend of a widow, Inger, and her sons, Arild and Tore, who were duped into boarding a ship that was set afire offshore. Arild’s body is said to have washed ashore where the town stands today.
Things to do in Arild
Spend an afternoon strolling around Arild’s picturesque harbour, which is surrounded by fishermen’s cottages that date back to the early 20th century. Nearby is the whitewashed Arilds Kapell, a small chapel that was established in 1575 and extensively restored in the 18th century. It is believed to have been built by herring fishermen from Stubbarp and Flundarp, who moored their vessels nearby.
On the coastline west of Arild is a collection of towers created from driftwood and branches by the Swedish artist and activist, Lars Vilks. From the nearby Håkull Kullaberg, you can enjoy elevated views across the peninsula and the waters of the Kattegat Strait.
A short drive inland from Arild will take you to Krapperup Castle, which was originally built in the 16th century in a Renaissance style. Its surrounding parkland is accessible to the public and offers magnificent views of the red-brick estate. After your walk, you can check to see what is being exhibited at the Krapperups Konsthall or relax with a coffee at the on-site cafe.
Getting around Arild
Arild is around 35 minutes’ drive from Helsingborg and 30 minutes from Ängelholm–Helsingborg Airport, which has regular flights to Stockholm. The much larger Malmö Airport is 1.5 hours away. Regular buses connect to Arild and the town is small enough to explore on foot. Renting a car is the most convenient way of getting around the region.