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Filmbyn Småland

4.3 · 1,291 reviews
Nostalgic, interactive, and family-oriented.
Filmbyn Småland, Spilhammarvägen 4, 598 74 Mariannelund, Sweden
Interesting facts
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The museum is situated in the heart of the region where many of Astrid Lindgren's film adaptations were actually filmed, including Katthult and Bullerby.

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The exhibition space covers over 1,000 square meters of indoor interactive displays.

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Visitors can record their own film clips in a studio space and take them home digitally.

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The facility houses the original red chair used in the filming of the Pippi Longstocking series.

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The building's architecture was designed to complement the rolling Småland countryside, integrating natural light into the exhibition halls.

Overview

Filmbyn Småland is an interactive film museum located in Mariannelund dedicated to the works of Astrid Lindgren and the film history of the region. The exhibits allow visitors to walk through physical sets and interactive soundscapes inspired by classic Swedish children's movies like Pippi Longstocking, Emil in Lönneberga, and Brothers Lionheart. The museum features original props, costumes, and film clips from the productions shot in the surrounding Småland landscape. It serves as a cultural hub documenting the technical and creative evolution of Swedish family cinema over several decades. The facility includes a designated outdoor area and a café that thematicizes local culinary traditions. The experience is designed to be immersive, blending archival material with tactile exhibits suitable for all ages. Visitors can explore the creative process behind world-renowned characters and the specific locations used for filming.

Photo spot

Inside the recreations of the film sets, specifically the iconic Pippi Longstocking kitchen set.

Insider tips

Download the Filmbyn app before arrival to enhance the interactive elements of the exhibits.

Spend time in the outdoor area immediately behind the building, which includes forest paths and small play areas.

Check the museum website for temporary events or workshops, as these often require advance planning.

What to avoid

Do not mistake this for the Astrid Lindgren's World theme park in Vimmerby; they are separate attractions located 20 minutes apart.

Good to know

Operates on seasonal hours, typically extending opening days during the summer tourist season and narrowing during winter months; check the website for specific daily status.

Plan your visit
Typical visit
2-3 hours
Best time to visit
Late spring to early autumn, as the outdoor forest environment and the nearby actual filming locations are most accessible during these months.
Address
Filmbyn Småland, Spilhammarvägen 4, 598 74 Mariannelund, Sweden
57.622, 15.597
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Details
Key exhibitsOriginal props from Pippi Longstocking, interactive film-making studio, and film sets from Emil in Lönneberga.

Frequently asked

Plan for about 2-3 hours to see the highlights.

The best time to visit is Late spring to early autumn, as the outdoor forest environment and the nearby actual filming locations are most accessible during these months..

Inside the recreations of the film sets, specifically the iconic Pippi Longstocking kitchen set.

Close by you'll find Bullerbyn, Katthults gård, Astrid Lindgrens Värld.