Ulricehamn Municipality

Ulricehamn Municipality is an administrative area in Västra Götaland, Sweden, covering about 1,116 square kilometers of varied terrain with lakes, hills, and forests. It includes twelve localities such as Blidsberg, Dalum, and Gällstad, serving roughly 25,000 residents.

The municipality was formed in 1974 when Ulricehamn City merged with three surrounding rural municipalities. This administrative reform shaped the modern structure of the area.

The municipality hosts regular markets, festivals, and sports events throughout the year that bring residents together. These gatherings shape how people experience their community and create shared traditions across the region.

The area contains numerous lakes and forests that visitors can explore for water activities and nature walks. Getting around is easiest by car or bicycle if you want to visit different parts of this spread-out region.

The area is remarkably water-rich, with about 70 square kilometers of lakes and waterways within its borders. This extensive network of water bodies makes it unusual for the region and supports diverse natural habitats.

GPS coordinates: 57.80000,13.38333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:57