Smygehuk Cape
Sweden's southernmost point and coastal headland
The southernmost point of Sweden, a low coastal headland with a small harbor and lighthouse. Visitors pause for coastal walks, sea views and photographs at Sweden's tip.
Smygehuk at a Glance#
Address: Smygehuk (Smygehamn), Sweden
Hours: Open year-round
Admission: Free
About Smygehuk#
Smygehuk is the southernmost point of Sweden, located on the Baltic coast in Skåne County near the village of Smygehamn. It is a small coastal headland with a harbour and a marker that identifies the national extremity.
The site comprises a compact harbour, seaside promenades and a marker denoting the southernmost point; seasonal cafes and small facilities serve visitors. The headland is often visited for short walks, coastal views and the geographic significance of the location.
Smygehuk lies on Sweden’s southern tip in Skåne County on the Baltic coast and is accessed from nearby coastal roads and the village of Smygehamn.
- Southernmost point: Recognised as the southernmost point of Sweden, with a painted marker and plaque visited by tourists and photographed as a geographic novelty.
What to See#
- Harbour and southern point marker: The coastal headland and harbour area form the focal point where the southernmost point marker and local fishing facilities are sited.
How to Get to Smygehuk#
From Malmö drive about 35-45 km south on the E6/E20 to the Trelleborg area, then follow local coastal roads to the village of Smygehamn and the Smygehuk headland; there is limited parking and the cape is a short walk (a few hundred metres) from the village. Regional buses serving Smygehamn are operated by Skånetrafiken from Trelleborg and other nearby towns (check Skånetrafiken timetables); the walk from the bus stop in Smygehamn to Smygehuk is only a few minutes.
Tips for Visiting Smygehuk#
- Smygehuk is Sweden's southernmost point-visit at sunrise or sunset for unobstructed light over the Baltic and the best photo opportunities.
- Park near Smygehamn and walk the short stretch to the lighthouse and marker; arriving early on summer weekends helps avoid the small crowds that gather at the promenade and harbor cafés.
Best Time to Visit Smygehuk#
Best in summer for mild weather, long daylight and easy coastal access; shoulder seasons are quieter.
Weather & Climate near Smygehuk#
Continental climate with mild summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from -2°C to 21°C. Moderate rainfall (604 mm/year).
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 51 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.9 m/s | 0.0 low | 7.6h |
| February | Poor | -2° - 2° | -5° | 34 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.7 m/s | 0.1 low | 9.4h |
| March | Poor | -1° - 5° | -3° | 42 mm | overcast | 88% | 5.5 m/s | 0.3 low | 11.7h |
| April | Good | 2° - 10° | 2° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 5.0 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 14.0h |
| May | Very Good | 7° - 15° | 11° | 39 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 4.6 m/s | 1.2 high | 16.0h |
| June | Very Good | 10° - 19° | 15° | 50 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 17.1h |
| July | Very Good | 13° - 21° | 17° | 58 mm | partly cloudy | 79% | 4.4 m/s | 1.4 high | 16.6h |
| August | Very Good | 12° - 21° | 17° | 48 mm | partly cloudy | 80% | 4.5 m/s | 1.0 high | 14.8h |
| September | Good | 10° - 17° | 13° | 65 mm | partly cloudy | 83% | 4.9 m/s | 0.6 moderate | 12.6h |
| October | Acceptable | 6° - 12° | 6° | 59 mm | overcast | 87% | 5.2 m/s | 0.2 low | 10.3h |
| November | Poor | 3° - 7° | 1° | 63 mm | overcast | 91% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 8.1h |
| December | Poor | 0° - 4° | -3° | 59 mm | overcast | 92% | 5.6 m/s | 0.0 low | 6.9h |