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After you've hung out in Amal, take the time to check out Vastra Gotaland's other cultural and scenic delights. Nature lovers will appreciate Vastra Gotaland's forests, lakes and rolling hills. You should also head to a selection of the area's art museums. More active types may also try horse riding here.

Stromstad is 85 kilometres to the west of Amal and is home to the Stromstad Museum, Salto Nature Reserve and Blomsholms Stone Ship. If you'd like to spend a night or two in Stromstad, check out the Scandic Partner Laholmen Hotel and Strömstad Spa. Or, you could consider staying in Trollhattan, 90 kilometres to the south of Amal, where you can pick from the Best Western Hotel Trollhattan and Hotell Bele. If you stay in Trollhattan, don't miss the Saab Museum, Innovatum Science Center and Horlycke Golf Club.

Karlstad Airport is the most frequently used airport for arriving in Amal and is 60 kilometres from the CBD. If you plan to stay nearby, try the Solsta Hotell or the Good Morning Karlstad City.