Askersund Attractions
Askersund (pop. 12,000) is the most northerly of the towns on Lake Vättern. There are about 50 islands accessible by boat as well as a nature reserve and large forest. Around the market square are a number of old wooden houses and a beautiful little Baroque building. In the Municipal Park is an interesting local museum.
Tiveden National Park
Road 49, running along the west side of Lake Vättern, is one of the most beautiful roads in Sweden. Tiveden National Park (28km/17mi) is a hilly and well wooded area with a number of lakes (good walking).
