© Mariannelundguide 2011 “Mariannelund has its own patron saint: Saint Laurentius. Why not visit his ancient and sacred well on the outskirts of Mariannelund.”  Mariannelundguide Contacts Mariannelundguide Turism Albert Engströms Torg 570 30 Mariannelund Sweden tel: 070 31 39 132 mariannelundguide@gmail.com www.mariannelundguide.com mariannelund blogg Katthult and Bullerbyn Our most popular tour and a favourite among children. Visit Katthult village from the films about Emil and the real Bullerby. We also visit other sights connected to Astrid Lindgren and her books. Departure from Vimmerby Tourrist Bureau or Torget, Mariannelund, daily 10:00 Price: 200 kr/pers (children under 12 years 100 kr). Length: ca 2 hours Book 070-31 39 132 or mariannelundguide@gmail.com Mariannelund - Lovetown Mariannelund is built upon a 250 year old love story. Mariannelund has a varied history: from an academic touch with modern hospital and renowned school via industrially dominated to a magnet for tourists and a centre for rural developement. Several of Sweden’s greatest writers can thank Mariannelund for their success. City walk through the history of Mariannelund from Torget, Mariannelund. Daily 12:00, 19:00 (thurdays in July, August 18:00). Price: 50 kr/pers (children under 12 years for free) Length: ca 1 hour. Book: 070-31 39 132 or mariannelundguide@gmail.com Emil in Mariannelund Where did Emil actually carve his wooden men? and where did he swim? and who was the Doctor in Mariannelund? The films about Emil in Lönnberga were made in Mariannelund between 1971 and 1973. Join us for a walk in Emils footprints to remarkable sites in film making history. Emil walk from Torget, Mariannelund. Daily 12:00, 19:00 (Thursdays in July and August 18:00). Price: 50 kr/pers (children under 12 years for free) Length: ca 1 hour Book: 070-31 39 132 or mariannelundguide@gmail.com Mariannelundguide Guided Tours in Astrid Lindgren’s World of Stories Mariannelund is Astrid Lindgren's native area. This is where both Emil in Lönneberga and the children of Bullerby come from. Join Mariannelundguide and travel to Astrid Lindgren's origins. Mariannelundguide offers guided tours in nature and culture, by car, boat or on foot. “Join us for a tour ...all the way to Mariannelund ”  Runkesten and Kvill oak Visit this extreme phenomena where you are able to lift a thousands of pounds of rock. we also travel to Kvill oak tree - Swedens oldest and largest tree - 1050 years old. Nobody knows why the Kvill oak has been able to grown for so long. Departure from Torget, Mariannelund or Vimmerby Tourist bureau Saturdays and Sundays at 11:00. Price: 200 kr/pers children under 12, 100 kr). Length: ca 2 hrs Book: 070-31 39 132 ormariannelundguide@gmail.com Other tours - Boat trip on magical Mycklaflon, one of Sweden’s best preserved lakes. - Skuror: extreme nature. An unforgettable visit to rocks and ravines in the landscape of Mariannelund, the way the Ice Age left it. - 1000 years of local culture. We visit preserved old Småland villages, Sweden’s oldest building, ancient castles and churches. - Mer of Mariannelund. Joins us for a thourough guide through Mariannelund: Nature and Culture. Price: 250 kr/pers (children under 12 år 100 kr). Length: ca 3 hrs. Book: 070-31 39 132 or mariannelundguide@gmail.com Hiking in Mariannelund Mariannelund offers splendid opportunities to enjoy hikes in harmonious nature. Four lengthy hiking trails (led) join around Mariannelund: Höglandsleden, Sevedeleden, Emilleden, and Lönnebergaleden. We offer pick-up and drop-off along hiking trails as well as advice on suitable hiking excursions. Price: 50 kr/pers (one way). . Book: 070-31 39 132 ormariannelundguide@gmail.com