Kullaberg juts out like a clenched fist into one of the world's busiest straits, and at its outermost point the North Sea meets the Baltic.
The beautiful nature and the high, steep cliffs that drop straight into the sea have fascinated people for more than 3,000 years. Legends and myths have been passed down through generations of coastal people. Kullamannen – the Kullen Man – first mentioned in 1220, is said to rule over the mountain, deciding who will fall from the cliffs and which ships will go down. Kullaberg is a unique playground for nature lovers and adventurers and well worth a long detour – there is something here for everyone.
Hiking
Several hiking trails start at Naturum, including a loop of about 5 km that is fairly easy to walk. Red, blue and yellow paths link the lighthouse, Mölle and Arild, and the Skåneleden trail SL5 / Kullaleden also runs through here. Trail maps are available from Kullabergs natur.
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Harbour porpoises
The harbour porpoise is about 1.5 metres long and one of the smallest toothed whales. Look out for seabirds circling and diving – it is often a sign that porpoises are driving fish up towards the surface. Kullabergsguiderna run porpoise safaris by RIB boat from Paradishamn below Naturum and from Mölle harbour.
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Naturum Kullaberg
The visitor centre is next to Kullen Lighthouse, at the very tip facing the northern entrance to the Øresund. In the exhibition “The gate to Kullaberg” you can guess bird calls and sea creatures, and at the saltwater aquarium a nature guide can help you touch a starfish. Naturum closes for the season in early November.
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Climbing
Kullaberg is one of the largest climbing areas in northern Europe, with more than 900 routes on red gneiss cliffs that plunge straight into the sea. You need no previous experience, as local guides adapt the climbing to your level and provide all the equipment.
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