Tranemo Municipality

Tranemo is a municipality in western Sweden's Västra Götaland region, spread across forests, small lakes, and rural settlements. It contains several different communities, each with its own character and size.

The area took shape through administrative changes in the 1900s, with several mergers and consolidations that created the current structure. These reorganizations still affect how different towns and villages relate to each other today.

Glass work continues to be important to how people see their community, rooted in centuries of craft and local skill. This tradition shapes how residents feel connected to their surroundings and to each other.

The area is best explored by car, since communities are scattered across green countryside and public transit is limited. Visitors should allow extra time when traveling between different towns and villages.

The name comes from the Swedish word 'Trana', meaning crane, an animal that appears on the local coat of arms. It is a quiet connection to the wildlife and natural landscape that surrounds the area.

GPS coordinates: 57.50000,13.43333

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:04