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Fall is the new summer
Summer is at last approaching its end, and fall is on the rise. Do not mourn the end of summer ‘24 but rather be excited for what this fall brings you. With fall closely afoot there are a handful of new opportunities and experiences to be had. Jönköping has plenty of places to visit and activities to try out that are perfect to do during the fall season. Whether or not that is a calm and crisp walk around the hidden beauties of the city or taking a day trip to places nearby. For those of you who are new to the city of Jönköping, or those of you looking for more places or ideas to revisit, here is the perfect list of activities and destinations that will give you those perfect fall vibes.
Gränna
Gränna is one of the biggest beauties near Jönköping. Gränna is a city that is most known for its candy stores where they sell homemade candies of various sorts, in fact, customers can come and watch over 70 different flavors of their famous “polka” sticks being made fresh. From Gränna, you can visit the island, Visingsö and explore the many beautiful sights it offers. From lakes to forests to its local museum, Gränna offers it all! For a reasonable price, you and your loved ones, friends, family and everything in between can spend a day out and discover this beautiful town.
Munksjön and Rocksjön
If you are a hiking enthusiast that loves taking those long walks alone or with friends, taking on the challenge of walking this trail around Munksjön is a must. All year around, Munksjön is a great place to visit, with its beautiful parks nearby and its local small businesses on the side of the streets. This hike offers some comfort as well as tranquility, where you get to see Jönköping from a whole other perspective. Strap on those hiking shoes and put on some warm clothing and take a nice walk that will be sure to help you wind down and relax.
However, if you are looking for a walk with no disturbance and true quiet time, as well as water surrounding you with its clear and crystal beauty, the walk around Rocksjön and its docks is the perfect hiking trail for you.
Jönköping’s new cat café
A new Jönköping staple that is quickly becoming a success is the new cat cafe in town, FinduZz CatCafe. For an extra cozy fall feeling, going to the cat cafe with someone you love and cherish can be a fun and calming experience for you. Sipping hot drinks and cuddling with the cats is the perfect type of a calm and cozy afternoon activity for those of you looking for something that will help you sit down and relax.
Discover the many options the city has to offer for you this fall and make the best out of this cozy period.