Skurugata and Skuruhatt

Skurugata is an approximately 800-meter-long “skura” or fault fissure, often described as southern Sweden’s most peculiar natural phenomenon. A hike through Skurugata is an exciting adventure that requires sturdy shoes and a warm sweater. The full hike through the nature reserve, including walking through the fissure and up to Skuruhatt, is about 2 kilometers and takes roughly one hour. You’ll weave your way between boulders where the width varies from 7 to 24 meters, and the rock walls reach up to 35 meters high in places. The Skurugata Nature Reserve is managed by the County Administrative Board of Jönköping County.

At the highest point lies the Skuruhatt viewpoint, offering a magnificent and unforgettable view of the surrounding landscape. Skuruhatt is one of Småland’s highest points at 337 meters above sea level. Here you’ll also find a memorial stone dedicated to Albert Engström, who often played in Skurugata as a child. For him, Skurugata and Skuruhatt epitomized Småland. At “the hat,” there are several barbecue areas, shelters, tables, and benches.