Among the cities of Halland County, Kungsbacka stands out for its compact historic centre along the Kungsbackaån. The river runs through the town before reaching Kungsbackafjorden, a long inlet of the Kattegat, placing urban streets close to Halland’s low-lying coast. Kungsbacka developed when Halland belonged to Denmark. The Treaty of Brömsebro brought the province under Swedish rule in 1645, and the transfer became permanent in 1658. That former borderland setting remains an important part of the town’s context, while its centre now serves as a lively place for shops, cafés and local life. Browse additional webcams from the surrounding area to extend your view of Kungsbacka and Halland County.
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