Geological History
Follow the story of how Kinnekulle was formed and became a table mountain. Discover the sequence of different rock layers that began forming 520 million years ago.
Nature and Landscape
The different rock types found on Kinnekulle have created the conditions for the valuable natural environments and varied landscapes that continue to characterise the mountain today.
The First Traces of Humans
Discover the earliest traces of human activity on Kinnekulle and how stone was used from an early stage for settlements as well as cultural expressions.
The Art of Stone Building
Explore the use of stone as a building material throughout history. Discover how stone has been used and the different structures it has contributed to over the centuries.
The Development of the Stone Industry
The easily quarried stone found on Kinnekulle gave rise to industrial development, from small scale stoneworking to more modern manufacturing.
Travel and Tourism
The distinctive qualities of Kinnekulle have attracted travellers for centuries. Discover how this began and explore the similarities and differences between what visitors sought to experience in the past and what they seek today.
Traces of the Present Day
A thousand years of human creativity, combined with the area's beautiful natural environment, have given rise to a creative cluster on Kinnekulle that continues to manifest itself in many different ways across the mountain.
Download the App
Are you ready to follow Kinnekulle's journey, from its geological beginnings to the creative and flourishing mountain it is today?
Under one umbrella, the app brings together Kinnekulle's attractions, making it easy to navigate between the places that interest you most. Download the Läckö Kinnekulle app and start the guided tour The Journey Through the Ages to experience a journey through Kinnekulle's geological history.
Platåbergens Geopark
A geopark is a geological area of international significance, representing geological heritage of global importance. Today, there is a large global network of geoparks under the auspices of UNESCO. A geopark is a mark of quality, recognising natural environments that are considered worthy of international attention.
A geopark highlights the connections between geology, biology and cultural history, while also providing knowledge about how we can manage our natural resources and our planet sustainably. The table mountains have created the conditions for a rich cultural heritage and valuable natural environments – a landscape to be proud of!