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BBQ Areas and Shelters on Billingen

Billingen offers several popular barbecue areas, some of which also feature shelters. Whether it's a sunny summer evening with a view over the city or a crisp autumn day in the forest, a trip to one of Billingen’s barbecue spots is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors.

Want to ensure you have firewood? You can easily purchase a bag of firewood inside Billingecenter and pay via Swish. Alternatively, you’re welcome to bring your own. Firewood boxes at the shelters are refilled every weekend, but they tend to run out quickly. (Tip! 8 logs provide approximately 2 hours of grilling time.)

The barbecue area Little view at Billingen with a view of the city of Skövde
Women in a green jacket runs through a breathtaking white winter landscape

Åsbotorpssjön

A scenic 2 km paved walking trail surrounds the lake, offering accessibility and beautiful views over Skövde. Along the way, you'll find barbecue areas, shelters, and picnic tables. Firewood is available at the BBQ spots.

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The Fishing lake Hållsdammen with a wooden windbreak on the left in the picture. It is lush and green outside.
Family who are at a windbreak and playing in the snow.

Hållsdammen

Hållsdammen also features several barbecue areas and shelters, all stocked with firewood. At "Dämmet," the southern tip of the lake, you'll find an accessible grill hut.

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Four small children sit behind each other on a long wooden log. The child at the front has a steering wheel on a wooden post in front of him.
Wooden sign with the text "Activity site THE ADVENTURE". Behind it, you can see an all-wooden playground on two floors, a slide, surrounded by sand.

Adventure Playground (Aktivitetsplats Äventyret)

Located right next to the parking area at Billingens outdoor recreation area, this family-friendly activity spot includes a zipline, climbing structure, and a balance course. There are also two barbecue areas with shelters. Firewood can be purchased at Billingecenter (payment via Swish), or you can bring your own.

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MTB Arena

Near the starting point of Billingen’s MTB Arena—a hub for mountain biking trails with jumps, technical tracks, and pump tracks—you’ll find a cozy barbecue area. Perfect for a break between rides, a quick snack, or a relaxed get-together with friends and family.

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Family at barbecue at a viewpoint
A woman fixes her coffee over an open fire at sunrise with a view of the city of Skövde.

Ryd’s Caves (Ryds grottor)

A designated barbecue area with breathtaking views over eastern Skaraborg. A sunrise visit is extra special, as you can watch the sun rise over the horizon. Bring your own firewood, grill grate, or sticks for cooking over an open fire. (Please note that picnic tables and benches previously available here have been removed due to vandalism.)

Learn more about Ryd’s Caves and Ymsingsborg

Two people stand on the edge of a mountain looking out over a magnificent landscape

Ymsingsborg

Two barbecue areas are available here. One is located near an old shelter, while the other, further east along the Billingeleden trail, is a newly built spot featuring a grill grate, picnic tables, and stunning views over the historic hillfort.

A path leads into a tunnel of purple rhododendron flowers.
Barbecue area with with benches and tables

Rhododendron Valley (Rhododendrondalen)

A designated barbecue area with picnic tables and benches. Please bring your own firewood or purchase a bag from Billingecenter (payment via Swish).

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Allemansrätten - The Right of Public Access

You make use of the right of public access when you go for a walk in the forest, go climbing or just sit on a rock and think. Usually it is completely natural for us. In order for everyone to enjoy nature, we need to take care of nature and wildlife and show consideration for landowners and others who are outdoors. We can sum this up with the phrase ”Don’t disturb – don’t destroy”.

Read more about Allemansrätten - The Right och Public Access

Open fire in the sunrise

Keep in Mind

If you make a fire, you are responsible for putting it out completely.

  • Let the fire burn down entirely before leaving.
  • Extinguish it properly, preferably with water, and stir the ashes to ensure all embers are out.
  • Do not throw non-burnable waste into the fire.
  • A barbecue area is not a place for trash—use designated bins or take your waste with you.

🔥 Leave nothing but footprints!

Last updated on: 13 March 2025