Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum, located in Ugglarp near Falkenberg on the western coast of Sweden, is a prominent museum dedicated to the history of automobiles, motorcycles, and aviation.
Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum
+46 346 431 87
April, May, September and October
- weekends and holidays 11:00 – 16:00
June, July and August daily
- 1 – 20 June 11:00 – 16:00
- 21 June – 17 August 10:00 – 18:00
- 18 – 31 August 11:00 – 16:00
Admission fee
E6 from north – leave freeway at exit 49 (Heberg) and follow road signs to Ugglarp (ca 9 km).
E6 from south – leave freeway at exit 48 (Sloinge) and follow road signs to Ugglarp (ca 6 km).
If you travel by bus, take bus number 350 from Halmstad or Falkenberg, and get of at the stop named “Bilmuseet”
Aircraft collection
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03189/92 – SE-CGR – 5555 28307/A 28444/74 SE-SAI SE-EBC/WT962/C 52001/01 SE-BNA SE-BFY 22149 5787/87 WS774/4 SE-AHY 34070/P 05215/95 83007/84 N9012N/T.2B-142 SE-HDM 5025/155 RT-667 09 L-H/SE-BYY 16033/33 35-1 SF-18 SE-XBZ 29203/U 32569/08 35576/06 37326/26 SE-SNY – 61005/05 – SE-AGP SE-AFT | Agusta Bell 204B (Hkp3)
Agusta Bell 204B (Hkp3C) Andreasson BA-4B Auster J/1 Autocrat Autogyro “Grankvist” De Havilland DH60T Moth De Havilland DH100 Vampire (J28B) De Havilland DH115 Vampire (Sk28C-2) DFS Olympia Douglas AD-4W Skyraider AEW.1 English Electric Canberra Mk IIB (Tp52) Erco Ercoupe 415-D Erco Ercoupe 415-D FFVS J22 Focke-Wulf FW 44J Stieglitz (Sk12) Gloster Meteor T7 Gotaverken GV-38 Hawker Hunter Mk50 (J34) Hughes 269A (Hkp 5A) Hunting Percival P66 Pembroke (Tp83) CASA 352L (Junkers Ju 52/3m) Kamov KA-26 Klemm Kl 35 (Sk15) Lockheed CF-104D Starfighter Mikoyan Gurevich MiG-21SMT Miles M38 Messenger North American Harvard II (Sk16A) Saab 35 Draken (prototyp) Saab 91D Safir Saab 105 (prototyp) Saab J29A Flygande Tunnan Saab J32B Lansen Saab J35J Draken Saab JA 37Di Viggen Schneider Grunau Baby IIb (Se102) Schulgleiter SG-38 Scottish Aviation Bulldog (Sk 61D) Thulin A (Blériot XI) Tipsy B Tipsy S-2 |
Svedino’s Automobile and Aviation Museum is one of Europe’s largest combined collections of vintage cars and aeroplanes. The collection comprises around 140 cars, 30 aeroplanes, motorcycles, engines, household articles and much more. The museum was opened in 1961 and was then the first automobile museum in Scandinavia.
Key Highlights of Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum:
- Comprehensive Vehicle Collection:
- Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum boasts an impressive collection of classic cars, vintage motorcycles, and other types of automobiles. The museum’s exhibits include Swedish-made vehicles such as Volvo and Saab, as well as well-known international brands like Ford, Chevrolet, and Mercedes-Benz.
- The collection spans several decades of automotive history, showcasing a variety of milestone cars from the early 20th century to mid-20th century and luxury cars. The vehicles are displayed in themed sections, allowing visitors to explore the evolution of the automobile.
- Aviation and Aircraft Collection:
- The Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum features a fascinating collection of aviation history, with an emphasis on military and civilian aircraft. Notable aircraft in the collection include:
- Saab 35 Draken: A Swedish jet fighter that was a significant part of Sweden’s defense during the Cold War.
- Saab 37 Viggen: Another key Swedish fighter aircraft, known for its vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) capabilities.
- Other historic planes: The museum also displays various propeller aircraft (Saab 91D Safir), civilian planes (Auster J/1 Autocrat) and helicopters (Kamov KA-26) used in early air travel, providing insight into the development of aviation technology.
- The Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum features a fascinating collection of aviation history, with an emphasis on military and civilian aircraft. Notable aircraft in the collection include:
- Swedish Engineering:
- The museum highlights Sweden’s contributions to the automotive and aviation industries. It showcases Swedish-made vehicles like Saab cars and Volvo, along with iconic Swedish aircraft such as the Draken and Viggen.
- Exhibits emphasize the technological achievements and design innovations that Sweden introduced to both the global automotive and aviation industries.
- Historical Context:
- The Svedinos Bil- och Flygmuseum offers detailed information about the history and technological advancements behind the vehicles and aircraft on display. It provides visitors with a deeper understanding of how these technologies evolved over time and their influence on both military operations and commercial travel.
- In addition to the vehicles and aircraft themselves, the museum also features historical documents, photos, and artifacts, allowing visitors to appreciate the broader context in which these machines were developed and used.
Photos Wouter Roerdink