Helsingborg

Helsingborg-arch - Central Helsingborg, from the castle

Helsingborg is in the Scania province of southern Sweden.

Helsingborg Halal Travel Guide

Helsingborg is on the east side of the Oresund on Sweden's south-west coast. It's Sweden's 8th largest municipality with a population of about 128,000 (2022). Major businesses are service, trade, industry and tourism. In 2000 a branch of the University of Lund opened in the former Tretorn rubber factories a stone's throw from the Denmark ferries.

On the opposite side of the sound in Denmark is Elsinore (Helsingør). Before the Malmö–Copenhagen Øresund bridge was finished, most of the trans-Scandinavian traffic (transit and tourist) used the ferries between Helsingborg and Elsinore. There is still heavy traffic across the Sound here because of the high population density on either side of the border crossing. In addition and the ferries are usually somewhat cheaper than the fees for the bridge and they often provide a shorter route compared to the bridge.

Tourist office

Visit Helsingborg | V@ - ☎ +46 42-104350 Opening Hours: M–F 10:00–16:00, Saturday 10:00-13:00 Has several "Infopoints" scattered around the city.

Travel to Helsingborg

By Rail

Helsingborg Central Station GPS: 56.043751,12.694979 is in the lower level of Knutpunkten, a massive complex on the waterfront which also includes the ferry terminal.

From Malmö and Lund and there are three trains an hour to Helsingborg; the trip takes 40 minutes on the fastest routes, or just over an hour on the mauve Pågatåg local trains. Trains run hourly from Copenhagen (1¼ hours) and Kastrup Airport (1 hour) to the south, and from Göteborg (2½ hours) to the north. Hourly trains run from Hässleholm (1 hour), of which some originate in Kristianstad (1hr 20min). Tickets for these trains are issued at fixed prices by the Skånetrafiken transport authority, and are also valid on local transport at either end of the route.

Stockholm-bound travellers usually have to switch to a SJ express train in Hässleholm or Lund.

An alternative route to Copenhagen is to take the ferry across to Helsingør (20 min), where the trains to the Danish capital are more frequent (45 min). This can be faster than waiting for an hourly direct train, and is also cheaper. Skånetrafiken can sell combined tickets that cover both the ferry and train.

Travel on a Bus in Helsingborg

There are regular bus services between Helsingborg and Stockholm, Copenhagen, Oslo, Gothenburg and other cities along the way towards these cities. The major bus companies are Bus4You, GoByBus and Swebus.

By car

By E4 from Stockholm in the north, and E6 from Malmö in the south and from Gothenburg/Oslo in the north. If you're having problems with you vehicle you can visit the nearby vehicle service]

Book a Halal Cruise or Boat Tour in Helsingborg

From Helsingör, Denmark, it's a 20-minutes ferry ride across the sound, with ferries departing every 15 minutes most of the day. At night and there is at least one ferry every hour.

Ferries are operated by Sundsbusserne and Scandlines.

Fly to Helsingborg

The Ängelholm-Helsingborg Airport is situated roughly 40 km from Helsingborg and has daily Flights to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (SAS) and Stockholm-Bromma (Kullaflyg ), weekly Flights to Visby and seasonal Flights to Mora.

Copenhagen Airport is about one hour away by train.

How to get around in Helsingborg

GPS 56.045695|12.696005 Practically all public transport goes through the train/ferry terminal Knutpunkten (Helsingborg C), including regional and long-distance trains and buses as well as local buses.

Skånetrafiken runs the local and regional bus and train system, and if you intend on spending some time in the Skåne-region it is highly recommended that you get the so-called Jojo-card which is a prepay card that gives you 20% off any ticket. Additionally a duo/family ticket will give you another 10% off (for up to 2 adults and 3 children).

By public transport

Bus is the main means of transport in town. Buses run from early morning till around midnight and a little later on Fridays and Saturdays. The city bus system (Green buses) connects most of the city and all but one (#2) stay within one fare zone. Single trip costs 19 kr, but it's not feasible to pay with cash on the buses. Regional buses (Yellow buses) connect to nearby towns.

There are two further stations beyond Helsingborg C, but these are unlikely to be useful to tourists travelling within the city.

Best way to travel in Helsingborg by a Taxi

Taxi rides are rather expensive in Helsingborg and there is little competition. They can be found right outside Helsingborg C main entrance, next to the Marina Plaza hotel.

What to see in Helsingborg

Beredskapsmuseet - Djuramossavägen 160 56.129390, 12.639773 ☎ +46 42-22 40 39 - A museum of Sweden's preparation for defense during World War II.

Fredriksdal - Gisela Trapps väg 1 56.057427, 12.710774 ☎ +46 42-10 45 00 - An ambitious open-air museum with gardens, farm animals, old houses, museums and a theater. The printing museum and several inside exhibits are open year round. To get there, you take bus 1 or 7, both northbound.

Kärnan - Helsingborg Castle | 56.048299, 12.697472 In Slottshagen - Kärnan The castle (or what's left of it) overlooks the harbour, with archways over the steps leading down to the downtown. Kärnan and the rectangular-plan tower from the 14th century at the top of the bluff, can be climbed.
Museum of Failure - Södergatan 15 56.0405102, 12.7022048 ☎ +46 709-38 62 98 Opening Hours: Tu–Sa 12:00-18:00 Free Opened in 2017 by the Sweden-based American Samuel West, who started collecting failed products in 2016, this will showcase both "dead products" and how people react to them. Tours lasting for about 2 hours, are available to groups up to 15 people in English, Swedish and Icelandic.

- Norra Hamnen (H99) - The Northern Harbour - GPS 56.048143 ,12.686387 ☎ |fax= - . The old industrial dock remade as esplanade with plenty of restaurants, coffee bars and marina.

Ramlösa Brunnspark - Ramlösa Hälsobrunn | 56.0218539, 12.7473678 Bus #2 or #5 southbound - The famous mineral water spring in south Helsingborg, with a beautiful park founded in the 18th century.

Raus Kyrka | 56.0003592, 12.7652984 Bus #1 southbound to Mickelsgården and then 500m walk - One of Sweden's oldest churches built in mid-12th century.

- Rådhuset - Town Hall Drottninggatan 2 GPS 56.046678 ,12.692879 ☎ |fax= - . Built in the New Gothic style. - Sankta Maria kyrka Mariatorget GPS 56.046346 ,12.696427 ☎ +46 42-18 90 02 - . The city's church, built in the 14th century.

Sofiero Castle - Sofierovägen 131 56.0839025, 12.659887 Take bus 219 towards Höganäs. ☎ +46 42 10 25 00 - Sofiero Castle This is a 19th-century ocean-side royal castle and gardens located 5 km from the downtown. The gardens display local and foreign plants. It's famous for its plantations of Rhododendron, blossoming in early summer. The castle has a restaurant and a modern art gallery. The garden was named Sweden's most beautiful in 2009 and Europe's Best Park in 2010.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Helsingborg

Dunkers Kulturhus - Dunker's Culture House | Kungsgatan 11 56.047658, 12.688817 ☎ +46 42-10 74 00 price= iMuch more than a museum. Here you can listen to various concerts and experience art, history and crafts. You can also have lunch at the restaurant on site.

Tropikariet - Hävertgatan 21 56.058941, 12.706012 close to Fredriksdal ☎ +46 42-13 00 35 price= A small but interesting zoo. Some of the animals are not enclosed in cages but live among the visitors, creating an intimate feeling. The little bird that walks slowly but intently, step by step, in the same lane where the clients are supposed to walk is a little scary, though.

The Dance School - Västra Fridhemsgatan 65 56.025967, 12.707332 price= A venue where you can go and watch professional dancers perform in different set-ups. If you get bored watching you can join one of the many dance classes.

The Tivoli - Köpenhamnskajen 1 56.045462, 12.690483 ☎ +46 42-18 71 71 price= By the sea, it offers good concerts with internationally and nationally known bands.

"Tura" is a Swedish expression for the local tradition of having dinner on the ferries (Scandlines). During summer and the weeks leading up to Christmas you should make reservations in advance. Quite possibly the most classic of Helsingborgian experiences.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Helsingborg

The main shopping areas are the pedestrian streets Kullagatan, Bruksgatan and Södra Storgatan, as well as the main streets surrounding them in downtown Helsingborg.

Just outside the city there is Väla, one of Scandinavia's largest shopping centers.

Peter Beier Chokolade - Södra Storgatan 5 56.046785, 12.696668 The great Danish chocolaterie has a store in Helsingborg.

Getting online

Free public Wi-Fi offered by the City of Helsingborg at several places in the downtown.
Sidewalk Express, Knutpunkten (Railway Station). 29 kr for 90 minutes (you can't get a ticket for less than 90 minutes).
MAX, Swedish fast food chain offers free WiFi (WLAN) on all its locations. In Helsingborg they can be found downtown on Södergatan 15 and at Väla Centrum.

Halal Food & Restaurants

Helsingborg is known as somewhat the gastronomical center of Sweden, having some of the greatest chefs in the nation.

Big Buddha - Ålgränden 1 56.048826, 12.691342 ☎ +46 42-12 81 28 Mains 75-135 kr - Serves (Thai) and Chinese food.

Brock's Subs - Ålgränden 6 56.048805, 12.691673 ☎ +46 42-12 50 59 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-18:00, Saturday 09:00-15:00 1/2 foot (15 cm) for ~30 kr, and 1 foot for ~50-60 kr Great New York-style subs

Brooklyn - Södra Kyrkogatan 12 56.045870, 12.696232 ☎ +46 42-12 84 09 Cafe menu 69-129 kr, à la carte 169-349 kr Serves great Meat in a distinguished atmosphere, all in dark-brown and white.

Haket Kök & Cafe - Kullagatan 55 56.049595, 12.690585 ☎ +46 42-12 45 46 Mains 50-140 kr Serves Greek, Italian and American food in a cozy environment. They have somewhat slow service though with limited Swedish skills.

Inom mat & bar - Sundstorget 7 56.048710, 12.690165 ☎ +46 42-212521 Opening from Monday to Saturday 12:00-23:00 Serves lunch and à la carte. Popular among both business and local guests. White Guide listed.

Mezo - Södra Storgatan 3 56.046851, 12.696657 ☎ +46 42-14 33 40 60-100 kr Serves lighter food - meze, Pasta sandwiches, etc. - in a dark, mysterious environment.

Restaurang Papadam - Bruksgatan 10 56.045398, 12.695944 ☎ +46 42-12 16 00 Mains 80-150 kr Has great Indian food in a modern environment.

Restaurang (Thai) Corner - Bruksgatan 32-34 56.044032, 12.696953 ☎ +46 42-18 59 65 Mains 110-200 kr

Yazhou - Gasverksgatan 15 56.04107, 12.70081 ☎ +46 42 12 12 45 Opening Hours: 11:00-21:00 mostly 150 kr A nice Asian cuisine restaurant in the centre of Helsingborg. Serves a buffet of various Asian cuisines including sushi, Chinese food and Mongolian barbecue. Drinks (water, juice and lemonade but no alcohol) and dessert (ice cream and pastries) are included.

Österns Pärla - Järnvägsgatan 17 56.044219, 12.695372 near Knutpunkten harbor ☎ +46 42-14 57 10 Opening Hours: 11:00-22:00 75-130 kr Chinese restaurant: buffet lunch and Chinese specialties.

Like so many other Swedish towns there's a great foreign influence which means there's an abundance of foreign fast food and take out places serving Pizzas, Kebab, falafel, Chinese, (Thai), Middle Eastern and so on. A lot of cafes can be found downtown, inside or near Knutpunkten (Train station/Ferry terminal).

During Summer and the neighborhood Norra Hamnen (North Harbour) with its marina is highly recommended.

Koppi Cafe and Roaster in the core of Helsingborg are places where you drink fancy Coffee.

Club Sirocco - Södra Kyrkogatan 7 56.045906, 12.695314 ☎ +46 42-13 07 11 - A night club with a age limit of 25 years old.

NattKatten - Kungsgatan 22 56.050147, 12.688441 attached to the Stads (City) Theater ☎ +46 42-12 38 00 Opening Hours: Friday and Saturday 22:00 – 03:00 One of the largest night clubs in the city. Has an age limit of 22 on Saturdays while the Friday night club "39 PLUS" is reserved for a more mature audience.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Helsingborg

Helsingborg - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Helsingborg, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Helsingborg. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Helsingborg and its surrounding regions.

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Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Helsingborg, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

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Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Helsingborg, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Helsingborg, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Helsingborg without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Helsingborg is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Helsingborg.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

Cityvandrarhemmet - Järnvägsgatan 39 56.041125, 12.698351 ☎ +46 42-14 58 50 Offers singles/doubles for ~€40/50 - Youth hostel in the downtown. With TV, shared bathroom, showers, kitchen and free Wi-Fi in lobby.

Helsingborgs Vandrarhem - Hantverkaregatan 2 56.040073, 12.703511 10-15 min. on foot, or two stops with most southbound buses, from Helsingborg C. ☎ +46 42-14 15 65 offers singles/doubles/triples/quads ~€20/30/40/50 With shared bathroom, showers and kitchen.

Villa Talassa - Dag Hammarskjölds väg 117 56.070477, 12.675447 about 4–5 km from the central station (Knutpunkten) ☎ +46 42-610 14 00 - Youth hostel in the northern parts of Helsingborg.

Swedish hostels in general do not include free linen and towels, but they will be supplied at an extra charge.

Hotel Maria - Mariagatan 8A 56.046102, 12.695670 ☎ +46 42-24 99 40
Hotell Viking - Fågelsångsgatan 1 56.048791, 12.693383 ☎ +46 42-14 44 20
Elite Hotel Marina Plaza - Kungstorget 6 56.044347, 12.692604 A high class hotel located right on the water. Great views out over the sound, and of the ferries coming and going from Helsingör. Very convenient if arriving by train or other public transportation.

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