The reserve is part of a larger interconnected network of nature reserves in the Romeleåsen ridge area.
The landscape was significantly shaped by the retreat of the last ice age, leaving behind glacial erratic boulders.
Skrylle is home to a population of great crested newts, which are strictly protected under EU law.
The area contains remnants of historical stone walls and agricultural structures from old rural farming practices.
Parts of the reserve are designated as Natura 2000 sites due to their specific habitat types.
Skrylle Nature Reserve is the largest protected forest area near the city of Lund in southern Sweden. It features a diverse landscape characterized by rocky outcrops, mixed deciduous and coniferous forests, and numerous small ponds. The area serves as a primary outdoor recreation hub with over 15 kilometers of marked hiking trails that connect to the wider Skrylle recreation complex. Visitors can access a dedicated nature center that provides educational exhibits on the local flora and fauna. The park is managed to balance conservation with public accessibility, including designated barbecue areas and open grassy fields. It is a key habitat for various bird species, deer, and protected amphibians.
The wooden viewing platforms overlooking the ponds and the dense, mossy sections of the ancient beech forest.
Utilize the marked trail loops which range from easy 1.2 km walks to challenging 10 km routes.
Bring your own firewood if you intend to use the public barbecue stations, as supplies are not always guaranteed.
Wear footwear suitable for uneven, rocky terrain and potentially damp forest paths.
Do not wander off the marked trails during the spring nesting season to avoid disturbing ground-nesting birds.
Adhere to the Swedish 'Allemansrätten' (Right of Public Access) by leaving no litter, staying on marked paths to protect flora, and keeping dogs on a leash.
