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ERIKSBERG HOTEL & NATURE RESERVE

Commitment to nature
and the region

Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve is a unique conference and outdoor
experience facility in the Blekinge archipelago that puts nature and animals
at the heart of its operations. Through new initiatives and strong commitment,

2025 turned out to be a year of development and increased attractiveness.

When Malin Franck took over as CEO of Eriksberg in March, Another priority was sustainability – for example, new procedures
she found a place where nature makes a difference. were put in place to reduce vehicle traffic on the site, the aim being to
“It sounds like a cliché, but it really is like entering an- protect animals and nature.
other world,” says Malin Franck, CEO of Eriksberg Hotel & Nature
Reserve. Eriksberg may be a small estate, but it holds a special place in the
Mellby Gård family’s heart. And it is closer than you might think – just
The business took several important steps during the year, 25 minutes from Ronneby and two hours from Copenhagen.
with the opening of the Arken hotel building in April 2024 almost
doubling guest capacity. The hotel building was also the winner of “It’s nice to know that Eriksberg is so important to the owners. It’s a
the Karlshamn Urban Design Award in 2024. In addition, there was fantastic place in a region that offers great opportunities and is really
the opening of the Eriksbergsleden trail, with its spectacular bridges worth a visit,” concludes Malin Franck.
between the islands of the archipelago – a collaborative project to
attract hiking tourists and boost Blekinge’s attractiveness. Strong
cooperation in the region is key.

“This isn’t something you can do by yourself,” says Malin Franck.
“Many people here are helping each other.”

NEW INITIATIVES AND FUTURE OBJECTIVES
Eriksberg broadened its offering during the year and is now more
actively targeting companies looking for unique environments for
meetings, events and conferences, especially during quieter periods.
They are also witnessing a growing interest in exclusive outdoor
experiences, such as outdoor cooking and activities in the open air.

It’s nice to know that Eriksberg is
so important to the owners. It’s a

fantastic place

Eriksberg Hotel & Nature Reserve IN THE GROUP SINCE 2008

KEY EVENTS IN 2025 NET SALES EMPLOYEES MALIN FRANCK,
SEK 67.2 M 51 CEO
• Receiving the Karlshamn Urban Design Award
for the Arken hotel building HEAD OFFICE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Trensum, Karlshamn Erik Andersson
• Opening of the Eriksbergsleden trail for hiking municipality
tourism

• Focus on the corporate segment and renting
out the entire facility

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