An easy cycling route with a tough climb in the middle that will give you of the best views in southern Sweden.

The valley of Taberg has throughout history been important to the region through its iron industries and iron-stone mining. This cycling route brings you to the climb up the peak of the Taberg mountain through both open landscapes as well as by industrial history alongside the river of Taberg.

This is mostly flat cycling tour, stretching about 30k, but the climb to the peak of Taberg (343 meters above sea level) is of course somewhat of a challenge. Used for the top cyclist in the area to train their endurance. At the top, you can have a nice coffee stop with a splendid and vast view.

From the city of Jönköping you immediately get the feeling of Swedish countryside in Bårarp and going downhill you reach Hovslätt. From here there is a slow climb upwards and soon you reach Lake Åsa. You will see the peak of Taberg on the horizon and after 15k the tough climb to the top starts. Reaching Tabergs topp (343 meters above sea level) you will have a splendid view and it is worth the hard work. Have a coffee and relax before heading downhill starting the journey back through the valley of Taberg, reaching Norrahammar cycling alongside the river of Taberg.

* Taberg Mine mining history and guided tours into the deep.

* By lake Åsasjön you are able to have a nice swim.

* Konditori Rosetten, if you choose not to go uphill in Taberg stay down town and a nice café.

* Chokladverkstan in Bårarp. Chocolate in the making.