The Southeast & Gotland - Sweden - page 555

church is one of the most impressive in Gotland; the nave is decorated with friezes dating
from 1300. Torsburgen , 9km north of Ljugarn, is a partly walled hill fort (the largest in
Scandinavia) measuring 5km around its irregular perimeter.
Ljugarn is a small seaside resort. There are impressive raukar formations at Folham-
mar Nature Reserve , 2km north. Southwest of Ljugarn and the village of Alskog, the im-
posing Garde church has four extraordinary medieval lich gates and an upside-down me-
dieval key in the door; the original 12th-century roof is still visible.
Around 20km north of Ljugarn, in the hamlet of Kräklingbo, Leonettes Konst &
Keramik ( 0498-533 40; www.leonette.com ; Hajdeby) is home to Californian expat Dan
Leonette and his highly regarded, idiosyncratic ceramics and art, created using techniques
like Japanese raku and sawdust firing. In summer you can watch the master fire his wares
(call ahead for times). Workshops are also held according to demand.
Truffle-hunting safaris ( www.tryffelsafari.se ; Oct & Nov) in the area are a unique way
for foodies to discover more about this delicacy and local produce in general. Check the
website for package prices, which include a five-star dinner (featuring truffles, of course)
and an accommodation option.

Sleeping & Eating

There's a Konsum supermarket in Ljugarn, and some fine-dining options in the area.

TF Hostel Ljugarn HOSTEL
( 0498-49 31 84; [e-mail] ; dm from Skr200; mid-May-Aug)
This place has a fine spot down by the water at the eastern end of Ljugarn village.

Bruna Dörren

PIZZA

( 0498-49 32 89; www.brunadorren.nu ; Strandvägen 5, Ljugarn; pizzas from Skr70, mains
Skr95-189; noon-10pm May-Aug; )
A casual restaurant and pizzeria, with a spacious outdoor courtyard and beachside loca-
tion.

Krakas Krog SWEDISH