Gränna Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Gränna
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Granna is not only a gorgeous town where outdoor adventures await you, it is also the home of the delicious candy rock.

The idyllic town Granna is full of red wooden houses surrounded by well-kept gardens. Travellers come from far and wide learn about the area's rich cultural heritage. Take your family on a journey back in time and see the castle ruins at Brahehus, or spend a day at Visingso Island.

Amble along Granna's main road, Brahegatan and revel in the unique cross between the old and the new world. You will find lots of trendy boutiques next to charming craft shops. Seize the opportunity to visit Granna Church and Granna Museum if you want to step further back in time. Modern attractions in the area include the Moped and Motorcycle Museum.

Visingso Island is often mentioned in the same breath as Granna, and it is only a short boat trip away. If you want a truly unforgettable weekend trip to Granna, this is the place to go. On Visingso Island you can explore one of Sweden's largest oak forests and enchanted walking trails. The castle ruins of Visingsborg and Nas Borg are other historic attractions.

When you travel to Granna it is mandatory to enjoy what the city is most famous for: sweets. The Swedish style candy rock was invented in 1859 in Granna, traditionally made with a peppermint flavour and characteristic red and white stripes. Most Swedish people have a sweet tooth and these candy rocks are known to locals as 'polkagrisar'. For a sweet experience, visit Polkapojkarna, Franssons Polkagristillverkning or Grenna Polkagriskokeri where they offer tasters.

Granna is half an hour north of Jonkoping by car. If you travel from one of Sweden's big cities, you can take the train to Jonkoping Centralstation and connect to a local bus.

If you fancy a candied experience, Granna is the destination for you. Visit for a weekend or treat your family to a longer holiday in Granna.

Hotel Gyllene Uttern
Hotel Gyllene Uttern
4 out of 5
Gyllene Uttern 1, Gränna
The price is £138 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£138
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star golf hotel in Gränna. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The main building of the Gyllene Uttern looks like a Scandinavian castle. Perched high above Lake Vättern, it has a grand view of the lake, whether from a large terrace, one of its several lounging spaces, a glassed-in dining room, or from rooms facing the lake. It also has a baronial dining room, ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hotel Gyllene Uttern
Hotel Amalias Hus
Hotel Amalias Hus
4 out of 5
Brahegatan 2, Gränna
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gränna. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was very pleasant. Historic room."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2025

Hotel Amalias Hus
First Camp Gränna
First Camp Gränna
3 out of 5
Hamnvägen 49, Gränna
The price is £91 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£91
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Gränna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gränna Port and Gränna Museum: Andréexpedition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (52 reviews)
"Beautiful place near a stunning beach and harbour, town of Gränna is wonderful, highly recommend"

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2024

First Camp Gränna
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First Camp Gränna
First Camp Gränna
3 out of 5
Hamnvägen 49, Gränna
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Gränna. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Gränna Port and Gränna Museum: Andréexpedition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (52 reviews)
"Beautiful place near a stunning beach and harbour, town of Gränna is wonderful, highly recommend"

Reviewed on 26 Sep 2024

First Camp Gränna
4 Person Holiday Home in Granna-by Traum
4 Person Holiday Home in Granna-by Traum
2.5 out of 5
Gränna, Jönköping County
Stay at this holiday home in Gränna. Enjoy free parking and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Polkapojkarna and Grenna Museum are located ...
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6 Person Holiday Home in Granna
6 Person Holiday Home in Granna
2.5 out of 5
Gränna, Jönköping County
Stay at this holiday home in Gränna. Enjoy free parking and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Polkapojkarna and Brahehus are located nearby.
6 Person Holiday Home in Granna
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