Destination Kosta, Kronoberg

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Destination Kosta

Go to watch glassmaking and try glassblowing in the village where Kosta Glassworks has operated since 1742.

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Destination Kosta brings together glassmaking, shopping, accommodation, food and outdoor activities in the Småland village of Kosta, in the Glass Kingdom. Kosta Glassworks has operated since 1742, and the venue says the idea for the glassworks dates to 1736. Visitors can watch glass being made, try glassblowing at Kosta Glascenter, see glass art at Kosta Art Gallery and shop.

The destination also has Kosta Boda Art Hotel and accommodation in glass houses in Kosta Safari Park. Food and drink options mentioned by the venue include a bakery, a bar made with glass, locally brewed beer and its own gin. The surrounding area offers fishing, hiking, mountain biking and safari tours, where visitors may see deer, bison and wild boar.

Craft Arena is a 10,000-square-metre sports and meeting venue. It has two halls, including one with 2,100 seats and another with 16 permanent table-tennis tables and 700 places. The venue also lists boules and padel courts and a 200-square-metre martial arts area. Visit Sweden advises allowing time for Kosta’s different experiences and mentions staying overnight at the hotel or Kosta Lodge.

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