The hills were created by terminal moraine deposits left behind as the ice sheet retreated 15,000 years ago.
The landscape is maintained in its open, treeless state primarily through grazing by cattle.
The Verkeån River, which flows through the area, is one of the most species-rich watercourses in southern Sweden.
These hills are a popular filming location, notably serving as the setting for the 'Nangijala' scenes in the movie adaptation of Astrid Lindgren's The Brothers Lionheart.
The area is home to the rare sand lizard and various species of orchids.
The hilly topography is technically known as 'esker-like' formations resulting from complex glacial meltwater processes.
The Hills of Brosarp, located in the Skåne region of southern Sweden, are defined by their unique, undulating landscape formed by glacial deposits during the last Ice Age. The terrain consists of rolling, grass-covered slopes shaped by centuries of cattle grazing rather than human-built infrastructure. It is a designated nature reserve characterized by sparse vegetation and sandy soil. The Verkeån River flows through the valley floor, creating a contrasting riparian habitat. The elevation changes provide expansive views over the surrounding meadows and towards the Baltic Sea coastline. The area is home to rare flora and fauna that thrive in the nutrient-poor, dry grassland environment. It remains an open-access area under Sweden’s Allemansrätten (Right of Public Access) principle.
The highest ridge overlooking the Verkeån valley during the golden hour provides the most depth and texture.
Bring binoculars for bird watching and to appreciate the long-distance coastal views.
Pack a picnic, as there are limited commercial facilities directly within the reserve boundaries.
Follow marked trails to protect the fragile soil and plant life on the steep slopes.
Attempting to climb directly up the steepest slopes, which causes soil erosion and damages the sensitive grass cover.
Respect the 'Leave No Trace' principle; keep dogs on a leash due to grazing livestock; do not pick protected wildflowers.
