„Do you have a motto or something that inspires you? If you could do anything in the future- what would that be? If you were an animal – which one would you be and why?“ These questions we discussed on Tuesday morning in a kind of speed dating between Swedish and German students. The purpose was to get to know each other better and took place in Söderslättsgymnasium. The school is located in an impressive old building in the middle of Trelleborg.

In mixed groups we had to identify typical German and Swedish dishes, actors, politicians and so on.

Afterwards we played a kahoot quiz and had to find out which company out of four is German, the correct definition of the Erasmus program and many more questions.

After lunch in the school canteen we had a rally through Trelleborg, saw the town hall, a famous sculpture and discovered the nice parts in the city center.

Exchange Trelleborg 2025, Wednesday Smygehuk:

Wednesday started at 8:45 am with a bus trip to the southest point of Sweden. The place is named „Smygehuk“ and it is part of the city „Trelleborg“ where the school is located.

A jetty led to the sea and the end of it was regulary washed over by waves.

On the floor there were arrows pointing in the directions of different large cities. They also marked the distances to these. We noticed that Berlin was closer than Stockholm which fascinated us a lot.

There was also a lime kiln a little away from the shore, which was partially overgrown with grass and blended in well with the landscape. Also a large white light house was located between a few small fishermen’s houses.

What we liked the most was the landscape there, which was very natural and beautifully blooming.

Ales Stenar – Stonehenge in Sweden

At 67 meters long and 19 meters wide, Ales Stenar is one of the largest ship foundations in Scandinavia. The ship consists of 59 stones and lies 37 meters high on a hill on the Baltic coast with a steep slope in the village of Kåseberga. The stones at the bow and stern are the largest and get smaller towards the middle, and the material of the stones also varies.

Some are sandstones taken locally, others come from over 20 km away and are made of Hardeberg sandstone. After the beautiful view of the Baltic Sea, we walked down the slope and hiked along the rocky coast to the next village. Once there, we had ice cream and visited Kåseberga for a while.

The ice cream was really good and the village was beautifully decorated with lots of details. At the end of our hike, we reached the bus that took us to Ystad. We thought that the trip to Ales Stenar was just okay, because the stones themselves were not that interesting to look at, due to them being just stones arranged in the shape of a ship. However, the walk on the beach was quite nice, and the ice cream at the end was very tasty, but also very expensive.

by Colin and Leon

A Short Visit to Ystad

During our exchange trip, we made a short stop in the town of Ystad, in the south of Sweden. We only stayed for about two hours, so there wasn’t enough time to explore the city properly. Our main goal during the visit was to get something to eat. We chose a restaurant called Rosegarden, which offers an Asian buffet. At first, we didn’t expect much, but the food turned out to be really tasty. There was a big selection of different dishes like noodles, rice, chicken, sushi, and vegetables. Everything was fresh and had good flavor. The biggest surprise was the price: only 15 euros per person for the whole buffet. That’s very affordable, especially for Sweden. After the meal, we all agreed it was more than worth it.

Although we didn’t visit any sights, Ystad is known for its medieval town center and historical buildings. One of the most famous is St. Mary’s Church (Sankta Maria kyrka). It was built in the 13th century and is one of the oldest brick churches in the region. The church is also known for a special tradition where a night watchman blows a horn from the tower every evening – something that has been done for hundreds of years.

Even if our time in Ystad was short, it was a nice break on our journey. We had a good meal and learned a few interesting things about the town. Maybe one day we’ll return and take a closer look.Written by Jonathan, Nino and Julius

Lund, the City with the oldest University in Sweden

An Afternoon in Malmö and a Fun Night of Bowling

Malmö, located in southern Sweden and connected to Copenhagen by the impressive Öresund Bridge, is a vibrant city that blends modern design with historical charm. Highlights include the futuristic Turning Torso, cozy cafés around Lilla Torg, and scenic waterfront walks. While visiting Malmö, we saw Swedish students celebrating their graduation. They wore white hats, blew whistles, and were full of energy and joy. Many stood on decorated trucks with loud music, dancing and waving at us.

Some had flowers around their necks, and families held signs with baby photos. After exploring the city, a great way to unwind is with a game of bowling. We went to O’Learys, a popular bowling venue in Sweden, and had one hour of playing time. After that, we ate there—burgers, fish and chips, and other delicious food. Bowling with friends is the perfect way to wrap up a day in Malmö with some lighthearted fun.

Written by Linus and Alex

Besondere persönliche Erlebnisse:

Mich hat besonders beeindruckt, wie offen und freundlich die Kultur in Schweden ist. (Oskar)

Ich fand es spannend, wie freundschaftlich die schwedischen Lehrer:innen sowohl mit ihren Schüler:innen als auch mit uns umgegangen sind. (Ella)

Ich war sehr positiv davon überrascht, wie herzlich und liebevoll mich meine schwedische Gastfamilie aufgenommen hat. (Charlotte)

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