Barsebäck facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barsebäck, Sweden
|
|
|---|---|
Barsebäck Nuclear Power Plant seen from Bjärred
|
|
 Barsebäck
Location in Skåne
Barsebäck
Location in Sweden
|
|
| Country | Sweden |
| Province | Skåne |
| County | Skåne County |
| Municipality | Kävlinge Municipality |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.44 km2 (0.17 sq mi) |
| Population
(31 December 2010)
|
|
| • Total | 524 |
| • Density | 1,185/km2 (3,070/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Barsebäck is a small town in Skåne County, Sweden. It is part of Kävlinge Municipality. In 2010, about 524 people lived there.
Barsebäck is located about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) east of a harbor village called Barsebäckshamn. This area is well-known for a few interesting things.
Discovering Barsebäck
Barsebäck is famous for two main reasons. One is a former nuclear power plant. The other is a very well-known golf course.
The Barsebäck Nuclear Power Plant
Barsebäck was home to the Barsebäck Nuclear Power Plant. This plant used to produce electricity for the region. It was a big part of the town's history.
The power plant is now closed. It stopped operating a while ago. Even though it's closed, it remains a notable landmark.
Barsebäck Golf & Country Club
Another big attraction in Barsebäck is its famous golf course. It is called the Barsebäck Golf & Country Club. This club is known all over the world.
Many important golf tournaments have been held here. Top golfers from around the globe come to play on its courses. It's a very popular spot for golf fans.
