Katthult farm

Open-air museum Vimmerby, Kalmar County, Sweden

What to expect

Katthult farm, the filming location of the popular Emil of Lönneberga movies, is a real Småland farm from the 19th century. The farm features cherry trees, lilac bushes, a main house with a flagpole, barn, storeroom, servant's house, outhouse, and large gate, just as described in Astrid Lindgren's stories. Visitors can explore the farm grounds, including the carpenter's workshop where Emil carved, and see the animals that live on the farm, such as horses, pigs, sheep, rabbits, and chickens. There are also tables and benches where families can enjoy a picnic lunch or relax in the idyllic surroundings. The farm shop, Katthultsboden, offers souvenirs, ice cream, coffee, and pastries. Nearby attractions include Gibberydssågen, a renovated old sawmill, and Norra Kvills National Park, which offers beautiful walks through untouched and wild forest

Plan your family visit to the Katthult farm with these blog insights 👇

Småland with children - Discoveries on a family trip to Sweden

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the filming locations of Astrid Lindgren movies. The farm Katthult, where Michel caused his pranks, is an open-air museum with a playground

Highlights: My kids and I enjoyed the locations. It was fun to know the places in the movies ✨

In the footsteps of Emil from Lönneberga ... in Astrid Lindgren's World

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the filming location of Katthult, the home of Michel from Lönneberga. We saw the carpenter's shed, the Trissebude, and the farm buildings

Highlights: Seeing Katthult, the real-life setting, was a highlight. The kids loved the familiarity of the place ✨