Trelleborg Municipality

Location and settlements

The municipality lies in Skåne County on the southern tip of the Scandinavian peninsula in southern Sweden. Its administrative centre and largest population centre is the town of Trelleborg, a coastal town with a busy harbour. The territory includes agricultural plains, small villages and recreational shoreline used for tourism and local leisure.

History and identity

Trelleborg has roots stretching back to the Viking Age; archaeological sites and reconstructions recall that past. Over centuries the settlement developed as a maritime trading place and later expanded with modern industry and transport. The present municipal structure reflects 20th-century municipal reforms which combined urban and neighbouring rural areas into a single local authority (municipality).

Economy, transport and services

The local economy mixes port operations, manufacturing, logistics, agriculture and services. A ferry terminal provides regular international connections and the municipality is linked by rail and road to regional centres, facilitating commuting and freight traffic. Municipal responsibilities include education, social care, local planning and environmental management.

Culture and attractions

• Historical sites and museums highlighting Viking-era fortifications and local maritime history
• Beaches, cycling routes and nature reserves along the coast
• Local festivals, cultural venues and community activities that contribute to civic life

Trelleborg Municipality combines a coastal gateway role with agricultural hinterland and local services, making it a regional hub at Sweden's southern edge.