Southern Sweden Regional Guide
Discover country, equestrian and lifestyle living in Sweden’s southernmost region — where open farmland, beautiful coastline, vibrant towns and easy access to Copenhagen come together.
Why Skåne?
Skåne is Sweden’s southernmost region, directly across the Öresund Strait from Denmark. It offers a rare combination: a rural home, small farm or equestrian property surrounded by open countryside, while remaining close to cities, the coast, international travel and the rest of Europe.
From Malmö, regular rail connections cross the Öresund Bridge to Copenhagen and Copenhagen Airport. Yet, within a relatively short drive, the scenery changes to farmland, forests, lakes, beaches, traditional villages and quieter country communities.
For international buyers, Skåne offers the freedom to enjoy a more spacious rural lifestyle without feeling disconnected from work, travel, culture or everyday services.
From country homes and smallholdings to farms, stables and professional equestrian facilities.
Open farmland, beaches, forests, lakes and attractive villages in one varied region.
Easy access to Malmö, Copenhagen, Copenhagen Airport and onward European travel.
Explore Skåne
Skåne may be compact compared with much of Sweden, but its landscapes and lifestyle vary enormously. Your ideal location may depend on whether you prioritise international connections, coast, horses, land, woodland, village life or more space and tranquillity.
The most internationally connected part of the region, combining city life, countryside and easy access to the Öresund Bridge. Areas around Vellinge, Svedala, Lomma and Kävlinge offer different balances of rural living and convenience.
From Landskrona and Helsingborg to Höganäs, Kullaberg, Ängelholm and the Bjäre Peninsula, this area offers coast, countryside, attractive towns, horse culture and convenient connections to Denmark.
Around Höör, Hörby, Eslöv, Svalöv and Klippan, the landscape becomes more wooded and undulating, with lakes, grazing land and a strong appeal for buyers looking for space, horses and nature.
Trelleborg, Skurup and Ystad combine productive farmland, traditional villages and Baltic Sea coastline. Ferry connections from the south coast can be particularly useful for regular European travel.
Österlen is known for rolling countryside, orchards, creative communities, farm shops and coastline. Further north-east, around Kristianstad and Hässleholm, buyers will find more woodland, lakes and a quieter rural feel.
Equestrian Life in Skåne
Skåne is one of Sweden’s most appealing regions for horse owners and equestrian professionals. Buyers can find everything from country homes with private stables and grazing to established training, breeding and competition facilities.
The right part of Skåne will depend on the type of equestrian life you want to create. Some buyers prioritise open pasture and larger fields, while others need riding trails, an arena, professional services or easy access to competitions and training.
Look at field layout, water, fencing, shelter and how the land will work for horses throughout the year.
Consider stables, storage, horsebox access, riding routes and whether there is scope for the facilities you need.
Skåne has veterinary services, trainers, indoor arenas, breeders, competition venues and a well-established equestrian community.
Connected Country Living
This balance is what makes Skåne so distinctive. You can wake up in the countryside, keep horses at home, enjoy the coast or spend the weekend exploring forests and lakes — while still having cities, rail connections and international travel within reach.
For buyers from Denmark, Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium and beyond, Skåne can be an appealing place to create a new life in Sweden while retaining straightforward links with family, work and travel across Europe.
Two vibrant and well-connected cities, offering culture, employment, services, education and an international atmosphere.
The Öresund Bridge makes Denmark and Copenhagen Airport a practical part of life for many people living in southern Skåne.
Road, rail and ferry connections make Skåne a natural base for buyers who want rural Sweden with easy onward travel.
Finding Your Home in Skåne
Buying in a new country is about much more than bedrooms, hectares and square metres. Mäklare Skånefastigheter understands the different areas of Skåne and can help international buyers find the location and type of property that best suits their plans.
